Nominations have opened to tell us who you think is the best coffee shop in County Durham and Darlington as we plan to crown a winner.

Maybe you are reading this right now over a cappuccino or your usual cuppa inside your favourite place, or you’re catching up with friends there later.

We’re launching the next instalment in our ‘best of’ competitions, and so far, readers have had the chance to nominate from hairdressers/barbers, bakeries and pubs to name a few.

Whether it's somewhere you drop in on your way to catch a train or bus, or a place you call a ‘home from home’ – we want to hear which is your favourite.

Nominations for the Best Coffee Shop competition open today (Monday, November 11) and close on Sunday, November 17.

To make your choice, nominate them here and show them how much they are appreciated and loved. 

We’ll share a top 10 list next week after the nominations close.

Every coffee shop that makes the shortlist will be featured online and in print.