With a central location 4 minutes’ drive from the train station, Kirkby Stephen Hostel lies between Cumbria’s Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales.
Joanna
United Kingdom
Booking a room in a dorm is always a risk, but I was fortunate to be the only one in the room so could make myself very much at home. It's a beautiful unique place with lots of character. The ensuite shower room was a big surprise - modern, clean and far better than you can sometimes get in a regular B&B!
I only wish I could have stayed a bit longer to make the most of the facilities and the local area. It would also be fun to come in a group.
I did not meet Denise but all the communication both online and on arrival (plus instructions in the hostel) was easy to follow and I felt safe as a solo female traveller.
Located 1 mile from Kirkby Stephen on the edge of the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales by the Cumbrian Mountains, The Black Bull at Nateby offers a bar, beer garden, tea room and a restaurant.
Stephanie
United Kingdom
Lovely building, very friendly and helpful staff and delicious food!
Black Bull Hotel has a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Kirkby Stephen. Located around 6.8 km from Brough Castle, the inn with free WiFi is also 32 km away from Whinfell Forest.
Located in Warcop, in a historic building, 29 km from Askham Hall, The Cosy Nook Cottage Company - Cosy Cottage is a holiday home with a garden and terrace.
Located in Warcop, within 29 km of Askham Hall and 6 km of Brough Castle, Brookfield House Warcop provides accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive.
Situated between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks, The Fat Lamb Country Inn and Nature Reserve boasts a fine dining restaurant.
Sara
United Kingdom
Idyllic spot. The pub is also a wonderful mini motor museum so there's lots to see and look at. Fabulous walking on the doorstep. A friendly welcome and nice evening meal. Proper pub grub. Our room was a little tired and dated but spotlessly clean. Thank you 😊
On the edge of the Lake District, Shap Wells offers spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi, many with countryside views. The games room has a small gym and snooker table.
Rose
United Kingdom
A gem. The setting amazing. Staff without exception were very very helpful and friendly.
SHAME THANKS TO BOKING.COM NOT TELLING NEW OWNERS OF...
SHAME THANKS TO BOKING.COM NOT TELLING NEW OWNERS OF BOOKINGS THE HOTEL WAS FULL WHEN WE ARRIVED AND WE HAD TO SPEND 2 HOURS OF THE WEDING TRYING TO FIND SOMEWHERE TO STAY, BIG WEDDING FOR SMALL VILLAGE,FINALLY A KIND LADY OPENED GUEST HOUSE A WEEK EARLY FOR US AT A PRICE AND NO BREAKFAST
DAVID
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Walks and cycle rides in every direction (roads not too...
Walks and cycle rides in every direction (roads not too frightening); both sides of Mallerstang worth walking as well as the valley (Garsdale rail station at far end); near Pennine Bridleway, on C2C I think; historic with the viaducts, Settle and Carlisle Railway
Roger
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Kirkby Stephen is a friendly Dales Town.
Kirkby Stephen is a friendly Dales Town. Lots of old buildings to admire, and a nice open aspect to the town. there is one large Co-op supermarket, plus two Spar supermarkets. Lots of places to eat including Take Aways ,fish & chips, chinese, and Indian. Lots of gift shops, and a bric a brac shop. There is a good chemists and a chiropodists shops as well.
John Malcolm
United Kingdom
2.0
Scored 2.0
*as I have already stated this accomadation does not reflect...
*as I have already stated this accomadation does not reflect any ratings you show and the room we were offered is not on any photo we have seen.please ask the owner about the scrap car outside the property and the general untidiness of the place.
Anne
8.0
Scored 8.0
Didn't really stay long enough to explore Kirkby Stephen,...
Didn't really stay long enough to explore Kirkby Stephen, just two days to do two hill walks, but it seems to have a lot of potential for me to return and explore its history etc. Disappointed that information at bus stop was poor - one timetable was too high to see, and the route of another service wasn't obvious to the visitor. Also, some public footpaths in the surrounding countryside were very difficult to follow because of poor signage - some is very old and confusing.
Robert
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Kirkby Stephen is a great location to base a walking holiday...
Kirkby Stephen is a great location to base a walking holiday, being surrounded by moors and valleys to explore. There's also a preserved railway to visit too. There's also a wide selection of of cafes, restaurants and pubs serving good quality food with friendly service.
This is an excellent farmstay, beautiful location, close to local village and pubs. The views are idyllic. The room and facilities were exceptional, we stay in alot of b&bs and hotels, and would highly recommend this farmstay. The breakfast was varied, lots of cereals, fruit, juices and the full English breakfast was exceptional - proper high quality bacon and sausages - thank you very much. Angela and her team looked after us very well. Very warm and welcoming after a long drive.
Nice room (with a fan) and view over market sq. The lady who checked us in I think her name was Jules deserves a pay rise…she has all the customer service skills required to encourage return visit. The young lady at breakfast was also nice.I would recommend the Pennine hotel and would rebook.
I loved Kirkby Stephen Hostel for the drying room. It was such a welcomed facility on a very wet weekend. Denise is a lovely host, very welcoming. The kitchen and communal room were well equipped and in such a lovely setting of the old church.
Perfect spot for multi-generational get togethers. Very spacious accommodation to meet everyone’s needs.
Kirkby Stephen provides everything you could and there are a range of excellent walks in the area.
Had a nice 2 night stay at the Black Bull
Friendly staff & lovely accommodation
Good selection of food but also a good selection of restaurants in nearby Kirkby Stephen if you fancy a change
Location perfect for walking and cafes, pubs etc in Kirkby Stephen. House very comfortable and clean. Garden terrace pleasant for afternoon sun. Easy parking. Easy key collection on arrival.
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