But if you still need to warm up after an outdoor walk, especially if you are walking the dog and have to go out whatever the weather, at least there are plenty of locations across the towns and villages of Northumberland where you can get a good brew.
Here are the best 10 places to get a tea or coffee in north Northumberland (as far south as Alnmouth) according to TripAdvisor reviewers.
5. Pilgrims Coffee House, Holy Island
Pilgrims Coffee House, Holy Island. 927 out of 1,384 reviewers rated it 'excellent'. Photo: supplied
6. Old Stables Tea Room
Old Stables Tea Room in the Alnwick area. 123 out of 129 reviewers rated it 'excellent'. Photo: Old Stables Tea Room Facebook page
7. One Coffee 1, Seahouses
One Coffee 1, Seahouses. 248 reviewers out of 401 rated it 'excellent' and it has a decent proportion of 'very good' ratings. Photo: Google
8. Northern Edge Coffee, Berwick
Northern Edge Coffee, Berwick. 116 out of 134 reviewers rated it 'excellent'. Photo: Ian Smith