WHAT is your favourite place in Cumbria for a cuppa or a spot of tea?

Here are some of county's favourite cafes and coffee shops.

The next time you're about town why not try one out?

1) The Coffee Bean

Dalton Road's highly rated coffee house is part of a chain that serves a variety of beverages including its signature ice-blended options. The popular business has gathered a strong following in the community and as well as being picked by our readers it has also collected many five-star ratings online.

Hannah Gatsby said: "The Coffee Bean is my favourite."

2) The Last Resort Coffee Shop

A popular place for coffee, the Last Resort Coffee Shop located on Cavendish Street is one to try to get your day started.

With a history dating back over 30 years, the business has been trading in the town since it first opened its doors to customers in 1990.

James Crosthwaite said: “The Last Resort is where I went last. Think it deserves a mention."

3) Costa Coffee

The popular chain shop located in Barrow; Costa Coffee will never struggle for business among the Cumbria community. Their Barrow outlet, located on Hindpool Retail Park has been a popular destination for morning caffeine.

Costa has a good offering of hot drinks, iced coolers, sweet snacks, and sandwiches.

Matt Blanks said: "Can't beat a Costa."

4) The Hideaway Tearooms

Stephen Street's Tearooms is one of the community's most popular places for a morning drink.

It also offers a takeaway or dine in option.

Francis Problares said: "The Hideaway is a good one."

5) The Fourpence Cafe & Shop

King Street's Fourpence Cafe is a highly rated business in Ulverston and has been praised by the public for its consistent high standard of service.

Scott Flowers said: "The Fourpence Cafe is my local."