String Of Horses

Dating from around 1659, this traditional coaching inn is set in a quiet country village only 10 minutes from Carlisle and junction 43 of the M6 motorway.

String of Horses lies in the middle of one of the most beautiful and historic areas of Britain: near Hadrian's Wall, the Lake District and the Scottish borders.

With its oak beams and panelling, open fires and gleaming brassware, the String of Horses has welcomed visitors from all over the world for more than 350 years.

Though acclaimed for its ‘yesteryear’ ambience, the inn looks after you in 21st-century style, with great food. In every room is free Wi-Fi access, a digital TV and an en suite bathroom.

This is a 4 star AA inn property. The bar and restaurant are closed on Mondays.

Rooms: 11

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Hotel Facilities

General

Restaurant – Bar – Garden – Non-Smoking Rooms – Family Rooms – Express Check-In/Check-Out – Heating – All Public and Private spaces non-smoking – Designated Smoking Area

Services

Meeting/Banquet Facilities – Business Centre – Bridal Suite – Fax/Photocopying

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.

Guest Parking

Free public parking is possible on site.

Hotel information

The traditional country inn combines a traditional ambience with the best of today. Its modern conference facilities make it ideal for leisure visits or business gatherings.

Food & beverage

The restaurant serves high-quality traditional English fare, with a few Latin American dishes and a varied vegetarian menu.

Please note that the restaurant is closed on Mondays.

Area information

A gateway to the North Lakes, Southern Scotland, Carlisle and the untamed beauty of a landscape largely unchanged since Roman times, the inn is perfect for excursions by car or on foot. Nearby amenities include golf, horse riding and fishing. Please contact the hotel for further details.

Travel information

By Car
From the North, South or West:
- Take the A69 from junction 43 of the M6, in the direction of Hexham / Newcastle.
- After 5 or 6 miles, turn right at the first set of traffic lights at Corby Hill / Warwick Bridge.
- Proceed for 1 mile through the village of Heads Nook and a further mile until the road bears sharply right.
- As the road bears right, turn left into Faugh (pronounced Faff) village - you will find the String of Horses on your left as you go down the hill.

From the East:
- Turn left at the Corby Hill / Warwick Bridge traffic lights. These are the first set of traffic lights on the A69, some 3 miles after having passed Brampton.
- Proceed for 1 mile through the village of Heads Nook and a further mile until the road bears sharply right.
- As the road bears right, turn left into Faugh village. You will find the String of Horses on your left as you go down the hill.

By Train
Carlisle Citadel station is 20 minutes away.

By Air
Newcastle Airport is 50 minutes away and Manchester and Glasgow Airports are less than 2 hours away.

Important information

Please note that the restaurant and bar are closed on Mondays.

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