My wife and I stumbled onto the Golden Fleece Inn after a day touring sites along Hadrian's Wall…read more We had stopped at many other Inns and B&Bs along the way, but had found them all booked. We were very happy that the Golden Fleece still had a room. Our happiness turned to joy when we saw the lovely room. Light and airy, with a great view and huge bathroom. We were even more pleased when we went down to dinner! British cuisine has soared in the last few decades, even in out of the way Inns. The menu was varied and everything we had was exceptionally good. The wine list was small but complete. We chose a bottle of excellent Latour Pinot Noir. We were treated to a delicious starter of lamb sausage in a mustard glaze and hummus. My wife ordered a cheese soufle as well. We were impressed by the quality and subtle tastes. You couldn't get better anywhere. For our mains, I had the roast lamb and my wife had a fillet of hake with spring potatoes. Both were delicious. After dinner, we moved out to the cozy bar lounge to read and finish our wine, then I capped the evening with a dessert called "poor knight's pudding". Made using a croissant and vanilla custard, served a la mode. Lovely room, great restaurant, friendly staff. Couldn't ask formore!

Stumbled across this place as we were driving to Glasgow and it is definitely a hidden gem! We had…read morea party of 8 and were immediately seated and given some hummus and local sausage. This deliciously baked bread was also brought to our table and soon after came the food! Everything was impeccable from the burgers and fish to the soups and salads everyone was impressed and very satisfied. If I could return I most definitely would. The wait staff was friendly and efficient and lastly the desserts were perfect! Highly recommend the sticky toffee pudding and the vanilla cheesecake!!

We stayed in Oakwood Park Hotel on our 3rd night walking Hadrian's Wall west to east and it was a…read moreblessed relief after a not particularly nice night in a B&B in Carlisle which will remain nameless. Immediately on arrival we were shown to our comfortable room and then offered tea and biscuits in the sitting-room downstairs (this is a nice touch in any B&B because all provide tea/coffee supplies in the bedrooms but after a hard day of walking it's actually really nice to just be able to plop into a comfortable chair and have someone bring you a cup and a plate of cookies! For supper we had a choice of home cooked food which was both delicious and very good value. I particularly appreciated the choice of vegetarian dishes. After an excellent breakfast, our host drove us back to where we had left off the trail the day before.

The food at Crosby Lodge is divine. Eating at the Lodge is an experience in itself. You feel as if…read moreyou are having dinner at the manor house. After pre-dinner drinks in the lounge where you choose from the menu, you are invited to the dining room when your starters are ready. The decor is a sumptuous res with mahoganny tables. The staff are friendly and polite and you are often greeted if bot served at some point by the lady of the house. Good local produce is served with home made bread. I have yet to have a disappointing meal there and the dessert trolley is a highlight. The only downside is choosing what to have as it is all just so delicious. It is also a great place for afternoon tea.

After a rough day's hike, (more than a week into the Pennine Way and suffering!), Dave and Sue's…read morehospitality was remarkable. I'm reluctant to say exactly how they helped us in case everyone comes to expect the same - but suffice to say these people are wonderful. According to locals we met, they've turned around a business that was downright hostile to outsiders and made it into a haven for good food, good company, and good manners - an experience that's all too rare these days. Their balance between upmarket dining (with an excellent chef), and cosy fireside inn has been wonderfully achieved. They deserve the highest recommendation.