Reviews of Bank House B&B
Bank House 4 High Street, Bishops Castle, SY9 5BQ, United Kingdom
#1 of 18 hotels in Bishops Castle
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 39 B&B reviews
9.4Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
10.0
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Comfort
9.8
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Location
10.0
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Facilities
9.7
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Staff
10.0
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Value for money
9.2
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Free Wifi
10.0
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Reviewed: September 12, 2025
Vanessa
United Kingdom10 Reviews8.0“Very nice host, bed very comfy.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing.
Very warm, friendly welcome from the host. Only stayed 1 quick night but the breakfast was awesome. Nice to have other guests to chat to for a change.
Stayed in September 2025
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Reviewed: August 26, 2025
Nicola
United Kingdom41 Reviews5 helpful votes10“A wonderful short stay in a beautiful, old property with a warm welcome and delicious breakfasts.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
We can't think of anything!
Everything! This is an old house and has beautiful decoration and furnishings to match the period, which really appealed to me. The room and the bed were very comfortable. We particularly enjoyed the delicious breakfasts, probably the best we have ever had! We also appreciated the home made cake, apple juice and our friendly, welcoming host. It is also an excellent location in the centre of Bishop's Castle.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 25, 2025
Harris
United Kingdom1 review10“Beautiful b and b and hostess was lovely.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing.
Beautiful room and bathroom. Cake waiting for me which I've never had before. Everything was amazing and just what I needed after a week working on a kids camp.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: July 31, 2025
Hugh
United Kingdom4 Reviews8.0“A personable, caring host, in a delightful Bankside house.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Well, ideally, the top halves of some at least of the sash windows should have been lowerable, to allow for ventilation even during periods of rain.
Good lounge, with encouragement to use it. A number of small ‘extras’ which cumulatively added greatly to comfort and the feeling of being valued as a guest - e.g. a bar of soap in addition to the array of liquid cleansers; the variety of cereals and jams, the ready willingness to procure some full-fat milk. And overall a generous spirit.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: May 15, 2025
Brenda
United Kingdom18 Reviews9.0“An extremely comfortable one night stay in a house full of history, run by a charming host.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
I thought it would be nice to have included a flat sceeen television in our bedroom, but my husband disagreed with me, saying it’s far more relaxing without a telly blaring out in the background.
Gerry welcomed us with open arms and served us tea on the veranda which overlooked a charming ‘secret type garden’. Our bedroom in this wonderful Edwardian house was so full of charm and the bed was so comfortable with the white sheets laundered to perfection. Our en-suite was perfect with a huge shower. Then the breakfast was cooked perfectly with locally sauced produce. We asked Gerry about the history of her amazing house and it was so interesting to hear.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: October 12, 2024
Jean
United Kingdom22 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Great location for walkers. Right in the middle of the charming high street.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Great full English breakfast, excellent home-made marmalade!
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: September 10, 2024
Karin
3 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very cozy, beautiful and authentic B&B with the loveliest host who went out of her way to make everything perfect and easy for us. We had the biggest bedroom with the wonderful bath tub. Jerry even took on our laundry for us which was really appreciated. our very first B&B experience in the UK and definitely one to remember. :)
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: September 1, 2024
Claire
United Kingdom6 Reviews9.0“Excellent”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Lovely period property and decorated accordingly, the bed was extremely comfy and plenty of choice for breakfast. the location is perfect for exploring Bishops Castle and surrounding areas.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: August 29, 2024
Alex
United Kingdom131 Reviews4 helpful votes8.0“A quiet and enjoyable few days.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
A small parking area which can get full up, and not very easy to turn or back out. However, parking on the street is not difficult: not much traffic about.
Excellent (full English) breakfast with home-made preserves. Good location in the middle of this small town. The house was of Georgian origin with large and attractively furnished bedroom and parlour.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: December 3, 2023
Sarah
United Kingdom4 Reviews10“Wonderful, relaxing, beautiful, place to stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Cannot think of a thing.
Gerry was very welcoming, as was her lovely cat. Barn House was a lovely place to stay, plenty of space, very clean. Breakfast was very good food; it included wonderful homemade bread, jam, marmalade and apple juice. One of those memorable places to stay, in a very good way. We are very keen to return.
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: November 28, 2023
Madeleine
United Kingdom71 Reviews6 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Large Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing!
An excellent stay in a beautiful house, very relaxing and host could not have been more helpful.
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: September 14, 2023
Mike
United Kingdom1 review9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The long walk up the Hill at night to eat out shame Gerry doesn't do eveving meals...
Gerry was a marvellous host who couldn't do enough for us. Breakfast was excellent ...
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 12, 2023
Rebecca
United Kingdom9 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Excellent B&B”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Beautiful room and building. Lots of space. Lots of lovely added touches such as robes and even a rubber duck! Friendly and helpful. Lovely breakfast. Great location.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: September 6, 2023
Karen
United Kingdom6 Reviews9.0“We stayed for one night and Bank House was the perfect place for our visit to Bishops Castle.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The room and en-suite were lovely, with high quality toiletries and good quality drinks including real milk. The breakfast was cooked to order with delicious ingredients and homemade marmalade. Gerry was welcoming and a great host.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: August 31, 2023
Barbara
United Kingdom25 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Excellent location, super comfortable bed and charming hostess”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Excellent bed, slept like a log. Charming owner. It is very quiet at night which we really appreciated.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: August 29, 2023
Louise
United Kingdom16 Reviews10“11 out of 10 !”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Lovely house, very comfortable room and bed. Delicious breakfast. Gerry was very welcoming.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: August 29, 2023
Clive
United Kingdom9 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Although the room we booked wasn’t the one we ended up in, due to a reallocation of rooms to accommodate a family, Gerry”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A character property in a central location in town, with the added benefit of off street parking.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: August 25, 2023
Julie
United Kingdom9 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A beautiful place with homely touches and a very hospitable host.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: August 16, 2023
Tracey
United Kingdom11 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great small touches. Lovely atmosphere
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: July 31, 2023
Kim
United Kingdom17 Reviews2 helpful votes9.0“A relaxing break, felt very spoilt by all the extras which was lovely.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
The shops were shut most of the time we were there (beginning of the week).
Great breakfast. Lovely cake & biscuits & fresh milk for tea. Generous towels and dressing gowns. The room was a really good size. Helpful, friendly host.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: July 24, 2023
Helen
Australia17 Reviews10“Womderful”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Breakfast wonderful. Bed and duvet comfy and warm. Was greeted warmly and made to feel at home
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: July 23, 2023
Leanne
United Kingdom4 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Large Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing. All good!
The showers and the cat! The beautiful and the friendly lady
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: June 9, 2023
Greg
United Kingdom5 Reviews10“If you like walking in a beautiful area, this is an excellent place to stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
As I’ve indicated the Bank House exceeded our expectations. The owner Gerry had lots of local knowledge which enhanced our visit. Lots of home made food which was presented well and enjoyed by us both. This recommendation from us both is well deserved, we will return in the future.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: June 2, 2023
Emily
United Kingdom6 Reviews10“Beautiful B&B, Fantastic Host, Highly recommend!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing!
The building is beautiful and the host Gerry is lovely, really welcoming and friendly. The breakfast is delicious and the overall location was perfect for our needs.
Stayed in June 2023
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