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Northumberland has plenty of pretty towns and villages to take a look around if you need an escape from daily life.
Corbridge is a "quiet little" town with a "vast history" that is worth exploring.
The village is known for its array of independent shops and museum where you can learn more about Roman life.
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What is Corbridge in Northumberland like?
One of the main attractions in Corbridge is the Corbridge Roman Town that is looked after by English Heritage .
The museum has a collection of items from the old town such as weapons, personal possessions, and jewellery to help you learn more about Roman times.
You will also want to see the Corbridge Hoard, a Roman time capsule that was buried in the 2nd century and featured well-preserved objects from a Roman workshop.
You are spoilt for choice when it comes to shopping in Corbridge, with the village featuring everything from delicatessens to clothes shops.
You might want to stop off at the award-winning bookshop Forum Books where you can find a range of hand-picked books and chat to the staff about your next read.
If you are looking for something unique to add to your wardrobe, you can try Vintage At The Tower where you can find lots of vintage fashion and homeware from the Edwardian era through to the 1960s.
The Corbridge Larder is a delicatessen and coffee shop that has been providing the village with fine foods for over 30 years.
You can pick up a range of locally produced goods from jams and honey to biscuits, cakes, and cheeses or even create your own hamper to take home with you.
After exploring the village, you might need to take a break with Massey's Tea Room being a popular spot.
The traditional tea room offers a range of lunch dishes using locally sourced ingredients and afternoon teas.
Reviewers on Tripadvisor have said the homemade cakes are "delicious" and the atmosphere in the tea room is "very homely".
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If you are looking for some authentic Italian food, you can try Il Piccolo for some pasta or pizzas or try the Stuzzico bar.
For a quick drink, you might want to visit The Pele, which used to be an old vicarage but has been transformed into a unique venue with local ales, wines, and live music.
Have you ever been to Corbridge before? Let us know in the comments.