THIS week we’ve asked readers: where the best place to go for a latte in the Whitehaven area?

The lockdown has affected many things not least a casual cuppa, cake for a friendly catch-up.

There’s many great cafes in the vicinity where people could meet up – and with things slowly getting back to normal we know there are many readers who are keen to help local businesses get back on their feet when they re-open.

So here, in no particular order, are some of the best places in the county to get a coffee.

LA VENUE, LOWTHER STREET, WHITEHAVEN

This cafe is well missed by readers.

Bethany Curwen posted: “Comfortable and friendly environment, a home from home.

“Can’t wait to try the new milkshakes.”

Andrea Bell said: “Love it. Gorgeous decor, friendly staff, value for money, dog friendly, delicious cakes and I recommend the hot chocolate with toasted marshmallow syrup.”

THE STRAND, LOWTHER STREET, WHITEHAVEN

Karen Scott said: “Spotlessly clean. Beautiful decor friendly staff.. . and lovely coffee.

“Gorgeous coffee and cakes, nice and chilled. Perfect for revising/studying or if you need some quiet time.”

Martin Pattinson said: “Amazing modern clean space to chill with coffee, a cake and a catch-up through the day and brilliant entertainment, music and mixture of alcoholic beverages for the evening, plus brilliant staff.”

CROSS’S CAFE, ROPER STREET, WHITEHAVEN

This cafe has been recommended for its warm welcome.

Andrea Wilkinson said: “Definitely Crosse’s cafe, best coffee in town.”

Christine Crewdson said: “Cross’s Cafe – it’s a brilliant cup of coffee and great food as well. It’s more like meeting your family when you go in.”

CAFE WEST, KING STREET, WHITEHAVEN

The cafe is popular with readers Jane Parker, Beryl Tremble and Jennifer Andrews.

Candice Regan said: “A fabulous cafe. My children always love a trip there.”

ROOFTOP CAFE, DIXONS DEPARTMENT STORE, LOWTHER STREET, WHITEHAVEN

A popular and much missed choice among readers.

Pauline Bellini said: “I can’t wait for the Dixon’s rooftop cafe opening again so I can meet up with my friends and family as we usually have a catch up while in town shopping.”

Donna Simpson posted: “Dixons rooftop cafe the best with a lovely atmosphere.”

“Plenty of space and lovely food. Staff are always welcoming and accommodating, especially with my friends big double pram.”

David Benjamin said: “Got to be Dixons for coffee and a bacon sandwich.”

Gemma Turner added: They accommodate all our kids and prams.”