Formally an 18th century coaching inn, The Fleece Inn includes original features such as old oak beams and fireplaces. Lancaster city center is a 15-minute drive, and the university is just 3.7 mi away. Free private parking is available on site. The award-winning restaurant at The Fleece Inn serves traditional British cuisine, with international dishes also available. The steak and ale pie is homemade with local ale. A full English breakfast is also served in the dining room. Free Wi-Fi, a TV and a private bathroom are featured in each room. A resident’s lounge including a TV and internet access is also provided. The Yorkshire Dales and The Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, are located just 30 minutes’ drive from The Fleece. The village of Dolphinholme is 10-minute walk away, and is a designated historic conservation area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.0
High score for Shireshead
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Tanya
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent spacious and immaculate rooms, newly refurbished and really comfy. The food was superb and service was friendly.
  • Colin
    United States of America United States of America
    Very charming property with a lovely outdoor space. The interior is finished to a high standard. The restaurant was excellent using local produce of high quality. The staff were helpful and very pleasant.
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic staff, spacious extremely clean rooms, great bar and restaurant. Perfect place to stay.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Fleece Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Walk-in closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Fax/Photocopying
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    General
    • Convenience store on site
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    17+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free

    The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash The Fleece Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    FAQs about The Fleece Inn

    • Yes, The Fleece Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Room options at The Fleece Inn include:

      • Double

    • The Fleece Inn has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • Check-in at The Fleece Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • The prices at The Fleece Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The Fleece Inn is 1.5 miles from the center of Shireshead. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Fleece Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):