Welcome to the String of Horses, a traditional Coaching Inn set in one of the most beautiful and historic areas of Britain, near the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hadrian's Wall, The Lake District and the Scottish Borders. Though acclaimed for its yesteryear ambience, The String of Horses looks after its guests in 21st Century Style. A traditional Country Inn where the ambience of yesteryear combines with the very best of today. Its superb bridal suite and modern conference facilities make the String of Horses ideal for leisure visits or business gatherings.
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With its oak beams and panelling, open fires and gleaming brassware, it's no the wonder String of Horses Inn has provided a warm welcome to so many visitors from all over the world for more than 350 years. Below you can learn a little of the history of this traditional Cumbrian Inn. 1659 was perhaps not a particularly good time to establish an inn - with Cromwell only recently dead and his son Richard installed as Lord Protector.
We use the finest local suppliers to make sure our dishes are stunning in taste as well as presentation. Steven Wilson of Corby Hill for our meat and Bell's Fishmongers of Carlisle for all of our Fish, Seafood and Game. Please note that both Restaurant and Bar are open evenings only apart from Sundays when we open for lunch through the day.
Though acclaimed for its yesteryear ambience, the String of Horses looks after its guests in 21st century style. All of our rooms are en-suite, with digital TV, free Wi-fi, central heating and tea/coffee making facilities. All beds are made with luxury satin stripe bed linen. As well as Standard Twin and Double rooms we offer a Four Poster Room, decorated in a Country Style, with French Ivory Furniture. We also offer Superior rooms with Jacuzzi baths in the same style. For families, we offer Family rooms with a double and two single beds.
A welcoming haven set in tranquil countryside yet easily accessible by road, just 10 minutes from the M6 Junction 43 or 5 minutes from the A69, east-west route. From the North, South or West: take the A69 from J43 on the M6, in the direction of Hexham / Newcastle, and after 5 -6 miles turn right at the 1st set of traffic lights at Corby Hill / Warwick Bridge.
Reviews (11)
Lisa Higham
Jun 09, 2022
Trevor West
May 20, 2022
M. McMullan
May 11, 2022
Bill Langley
May 07, 2022
We were staying nearby and thought we would drop in for a local draught beer. We were welcomed by good bar staff, with two local beers hand pulled. There was a log fire on and was a traditional pub. In the best sense. Food was being served and I think your need a good appetite as the portions seemed large to me. There is no garden to sit on but a very nice wooden structure outside was in the full sun. Recommended. Oh, whilst we were there folk who had booked rooms came and said they had been a while back and loved it so thought they would come back. I think that's a good sign.
Simon Horth
May 07, 2022
Melanie Dagg
Apr 13, 2022
This was the 2nd time we have stayed here, both times we had a warm friendly greeting from all the staff, the rooms were cosy&had everything you needed, our evening meal was lovely, fresh, quick service, roaring fire was nice, breakfast was really tasty, the girls on service were really helpfull, we recommended this place to friends &I'm pleased to say they enjoyed it too, we will definitely be back- hopefully with more friends
Adam & Lorraine Rigby
Apr 07, 2022
Christopher Thompson
Mar 24, 2022
Amazing 2 night break! Upon entering the inn there was an open fire blasting out heat! Friendly staff! Amazing Sunday dinner and pudding! The room was great, very clean, all the essentials. The breakfast was superb, the lady serving us really went above and beyond! Even preparing a fruit platter the next day for my wife! She was also very helpful and knowledgeable with the surroundings and amenities! Would 100% recommend and stay here again! Thanks to all the staff! Other bonuses were free WiFi and parking.
Gilbert Wright
Feb 07, 2022
Lovely place, but it was totally lifeless on a Saturday evening. At 4.50 a pint, 8 for starters and 17 for a main course, you can see why. I wonder if they've thought that they might make more money if they reduced their prices. Some of the food reviews are good but, given some of the others, I won't be taking the risk.
Janice Williams
Nov 04, 2021
Drinks & food expensive, food was very nice cooked fresh to order. Breakfast was lovely spoilt for choice again cooked to order. Place itself is lovely, spotlessly clean, proper oldie world with lovely fires. Staff friendly, chatty, room lovely & clean. Only stayed 2 nights but we had clean towels each day. I would have given it 5 star but cost of food & drink let it down
Mike G.
Jun 22, 2012
This place is a hidden gem. Very cozy place to stay. I had the Spanish Sea Bass which was excellent. Breakfast was also made to perfection. I would definitely stay here again if I had the chance. Everyone was very nice and hospitable, especially the owner of the Inn who made us all feel comfortable. Wish I could give more stars to this place, thank you Colin.
