The Cumberland Inn
A Hotel in Alston, Cumbria
Heritage Rating:
Townfoot
Alston
Cumbria
England
CA9 3HX
Accommodation Description:
The Cumberland Inn is a splendid family-run nineteenth century hotel overlooking the South Tyne River in the picturesque market town of Alston, Cumbria. 18 miles from the M6 and the Lake District, it is a
The five bedroom hotel is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Situated on the A686 in the heart of the North Pennines and 18 miles from the M6 and the Lake District, it is a welcome stopping off point on the C2C cycle route and Pennine Way. It is a hospitable base from which to view the local shops, galleries and inns around the cobbled front street, the South Tynedale Railway, or nine hole golf course.
The Cumberland Inn offers a public bar with traditional cask ales, a restaurant, residents? lounge, meeting room, beer garden and bar meals. There is secured housing for cycles and dogs, drying rooms and an ample adjacent carpark. The Cumberland Inn provides ideal bed and breakfast accommodation for weekend breaks or longer holidays in Cumbria and the Lake District.
From: £30.00
Room Facilities
Non-smoking
Hairdryer
Direct dial phone
Colour television
Amenities
Lock-up facility for bicycles
Restaurant
Non-smoking (throughout)
Lounge
Ironing facilities
Bar
Baggage store
Parking
On-site parking
Free parking
Business Facilities
Photocopier
Meeting rooms
Dining Facilities
Meals
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast (Full cooked)
Child Facilities
Highchairs
Games available
Cots
Children's menu
Pet Policy
Other small pets
Dogs
Cats
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