Very good country pub with rooms ,food excellent .Great deal of effort made by staff to make us feel welcome

We stayed one night on return trip from Western Isles. The highlights for us were the food and service which were both excellent. We enjoyed a great dinner and breakfast - quality food which was well presented. All staff were friendly, helpful and made us feel very welcome. Whilst a great deal of effort had been made to ensure that... More

We have just got back from a two night break at the String of Horses. We had a great time. Colin his wife and staff could not be more friendly and helpful. Our room was clean and comfortable, food and drink were excellent, I recommend the Sea Bass. Breakfast was good and unhurried. We got home happy and relaxed no... More

We stayed at The String of Horses for two nights and enjoyed good food andgood service, it is a good village pub with clean rooms of a good standard. From breakfast, to the evening meal and drinks in the bar the quality of the produce served was excellent, as was the service we received throughout our stay. Our only reservation... More

We stayed last night at this great village pub the beer food and service were first class would go and stay again.

My partner and myself spent a wonderful relaxing weekend at The String Of Horses. We had the Jacuzzi room which was spacious and clean with beautiful decor. The pub has a lovely atmosphere and a wide range of reasonably priced drinks. The food was superb so much better than normal pub grub it wouldnt have been out of place in... More

Just returned today having spent two nights that were won on Ebay. Have to say that Colin and the rest of the staff just cannot do enough for their guests. The rooms and food are superb, the place is friendly and welcoming, Would not hesitate to go back. And by the way Colin, the butchers you recommended for the Cumberland... More

We recently spent a lovely break at the String of Horses. It's in an ideal location for exploring Hadrians Wall country and Carlisle,it's a little bit off the beaten track but once found it's well worth the finding. It has a very nice friendly atmosphere in the bar. The food is very tasty and well prepared but not fancy and... More

won this on ebay 2 nights b&b in a four poster roon £64 was a bit dubious at first but it was the best £64 i have ever spent the room was large with four poster bed bathroom had a corner bath i would stay again at the full rate the best nights sleep i have had in any hotel... More