Fox and Pheasant Inn

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Scored 8.7
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.5

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Fox and Pheasant Inn in Armathwaite offers four-star comfort with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and wardrobe, ensuring a pleasant stay. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy European cuisine at the traditional restaurant, offering lunch and dinner with halal, kosher, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Breakfast includes a full English or Irish with warm dishes, juice, and fruits. Leisure Facilities: The inn features a garden, bar, coffee shop, outdoor seating area, picnic area, games room, and meeting rooms. Additional amenities include a fireplace, river views, and walk-in showers. Local Attractions: Located 16 mi from Brougham Castle and 27 mi from Derwentwater Lake, the inn is also close to Askham Hall (18 mi) and Newcastle International Airport (57 mi). Activities such as canoeing, hiking, and cycling are available nearby.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Taylor
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“My stay was made comfortable and easy with friendly and helpful staff. Particularly as I was a sole traveler. Thank you to all, I'll be booking another stay for sure!”
Steve
Canada Canada
“I love the fox and pheasant. Friendly staff, beautiful location. I’m travelling around the world on my motorcycle. I’ve stayed in hundreds of places this means a lot coming from me.”
Charles
United States United States
“Perfect place to base for a couple of day trips in the area such as Hadrian's Wall. Loved the small Village, country, quiet atmosphere. There's even a nice hiking trail with a trailhead adjacent to the property.”
Joey
United States United States
“Absolutely brilliant experience at the Fox and Pheasant. Gorgeous location with LOTS of beautiful walks. Staff very attentive, efficient and kind. Our room small but very, very comfortable. Food/pub gorgeous, cozy, atmospheric. What a delightful...”
Edwards
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great pub grub. Enjoyable walks on the woods on the banks of the River Eden, direct from the Inn. Our dog was made very welcome.”
Gilbert
United States United States
“Wonderful inn located in a beautiful spot. Breakfast was excellent and the pub is fun!”
Howard
United States United States
“Fantastic traditional inn. Comfortable. Personable. Kind staff. Incredible breakfast; best we had during our 2 weeks in Europe. Dinner was also terrific. Will come again!”
Melanie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very friendly staff. Both the evening meal and breakfast were plentiful and really tasty. The room was nice and clean with blackout curtains. Tea/coffee/biscuits provided. Extremely comfortable bed. Toiletries in the bathroom were also provided. ...”
Ellie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Nice location—our room had a view of the river and there was plenty of room in the car park. The staff were friendly and helpful. Very good value for money, and we weren’t treated like a necessary nuisance—something you can’t always count on.”
Pamela
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely traditional pub in beautiful location near River Eden”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    European
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Fox and Pheasant Inn

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Fox and Pheasant Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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