The Old Dairy - Northumberland

Amazing Antique shop in the village of Ford. Such a diverse range of items for sale and well worth a visit

Well, we were advised to come here and it's certainly worth popping in if you are in the village not sure I'd make a special journey to visit. The antiques/bric a brac are worth a browse with quite a few inset outlets set up in the stable loose boxes along with more (larger) items the main area. So, as for the champagne, well it is certainly available and the views from the raised wooden benches are impressive but this place is an eclectic blend of themes. Going there for champagne wouldn't have been my first thought, though I'm sure some will!

During our visit to Ford in July, we unexpectedly found this antique store. Even though we didn't have a reservation, the owner greeted us warmly and let us explore. The store is a treasure trove of unique furniture, antiques, and oddities. We've visited twice since our initial discovery and have been impressed both times. We haven't had the chance to check out the champagne bar with its stunning countryside views, but if you enjoy vintage items and beautiful settings, this is the place to visit. Cath.

Visited the old diary and immediately was made to feel unwelcome and more of a hindrance as opposed to a customer. No welcome, no smile but was instead subjected to a look of disgust. I was wearing a face covering even though the staff were not. I have purchased from here on previous visits but after today’s visit I will most definitely not be returning. I will spend my money in a place that values and acknowledges their customers in a more positive way.

This self-proclaimed 'concept store ' gave a less than friendly welcome. By appointment only apparently, although there 's no indication on the entrance. (A later look found this procedure on the website. However the owner 's manner felt very unwelcoming, despite the place being empty. My parents had visited shortly before without an appointment and been welcomed in, so his excuse about appointments clearly doesn 't extend to those he might think are more likely to spend,perhaps. A pretentious but scruffy place that we won 't be returning to, appointment or otherwise. There are plenty of other nicer antique shops in the area.