Northern Echo readers from across the North East have had their say on frozen treats, as they told us where the best place is to get ice cream - here's what they said.

The responses varied, with some individuals preferring the convenience and affordability of their own freezers, while others favoured local ice cream parlours and seaside establishments.

One enthusiastic ice cream lover, Sandra Simpson, expressed her fondness for Archer's Farm near Walworth.

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The Northern Echo: Minchella's in South Shields

Archers, a local ice cream brand, received numerous mentions and is evidently a popular choice among ice cream enthusiasts in the North East.

Pete Mccallum, on the other hand, humorously stated that his favourite place to get ice cream is "The freezer," highlighting the practicality of enjoying a frozen treat at home.

Many participants mentioned specific locations along the coast.

Linda Grierson, for example, enjoys taking a stroll along South Shields seafront and indulging in a Minchella's cornet.

She also mentioned the option of sitting inside Minchella's parlour and treating herself to a delicious Knickerbocker Glory.

The Northern Echo: Coxons at Seahouses.

Lilian's View Apartment recommended Harbour Bar in Scarborough, praising both the ice cream and the picturesque seaside view.

Other participants mentioned gelato establishments as their top choices.

Susie Weir enjoys the gelatos at Seaton, while Emma Jane Wiper recommended Gelato in Richmond for its amazing Italian sandwiches and sweets.

June Linton prefers Spurelli Amble, and Clair N Mark Gray chose Bridlington as their go-to location for gelato.

Several participants favoured the classic ice cream parlours.

The Northern Echo: Spurelli in Amble, Northumberland.

Sandra Pratt suggests Morwick ice cream parlour and Cresswell Ices in Northumberland, emphasizing their quality.

Louise Tweddle recommended House of Botanics at Leadgate for its lovely ice cream and unbeatable mango sorbet.

Tom Kirk, echoing Carol Latue's sentiment, also mentioned Minchellas in South Shields as a favourite spot for a frozen treat.

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Some highlights included Coxons at Seahouses, Gabrielle's Ice Cream in Redcar and Auntie Bessies at Stonehaven.

The Northern Echo: Harbour Bar in Scarborough.

Overall, this survey highlighted the diverse preferences of ice cream lovers in the North East region.

Whether it's a local farm, a gelato parlour, a classic ice cream parlour, or the comfort of one's own home, there are clearly plenty of options for people from the North East to indulge in their love for ice cream.