Rooms were a bit run down especially the bathroom, the tea and coffee were sparse only three tea bags, asked for more but had to asks twice same with loo roll half a a small roll, No glasses only big work mugs

Friendly, great food, nice outdoor area

Stayed in August 2025

This place has a talented chef, the food was very good, we had an evening meal and breakfast.

Stayed in August 2025

Breakfast was a little slow in the morning, the chef both cooking and serving but made up for this by its quality. The room we had was above the fans and we had to keep the window open owing to the hot weather and so the room was a little noisy

We stayed at the Elk's Head for a night after a family party close by. It is in a nice spot, quiet and everything you would expect from pub accommodation without being exceptional. It is clear that the pub is run on very few staff. Sunday dinner was available but only until 6pm. We would certainly use again if we are in the area.

Stayed in June 2025

Just tired.

It is charming, very clean , very Well comfy, some might say a little tired we thought full of character!

Stayed in July 2025

The room was a little tired. Paintwork needed some attention. There was a terrible knocking from the water pipes when other people were using hot water.

The location was lovely. The food at this pub is exceptional, some of the best we have had. The room was a very good size. The bed was lovely and comfortable.

Stayed in July 2025

Could n't get a signal on the tv.

I had smoked salmon and scrambled egg which was very nice for breakfast and our bed was very comfortable. We were staying there because we had tickets to see a band in Allendale. We had a short walk around in the morning which was very pleasant.

Stayed in July 2025

No comment

Good location, cosy and picturesque.

Stayed in July 2025

For us the bed wasn’t comfortable but that is just our personal view .

The staff was very friendly and couldn’t do enough the evening meal and service was brilliant and the breakfast and service was brilliant as well. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Stayed in June 2025

Well placed for my interests, clean good meals

Stayed in June 2025

No one around in the morning as we were leaving. Waited for a while and called, then had to just leave the key on the table.

Good Location - very pretty spot and close to our friends who live locally. Good food in the evening. Comfortable beds. Competitively priced for the area

Stayed in June 2025

Spiders. Spiders absolutely everywhere in the room.

The location is great and the food excellent. It was a basic room but then then it wasn't expensive and on balance was about right.

Stayed in June 2025

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The breakfast was good and the evening meal was exceptional. I had a perfectly cooked steak with bits and pieces. Jen (the manager) was warm and very welcoming and the bed was deliciously comfortable. The drive to and from the location was spectacular and the place itself had a nice vibe to it.

Stayed in June 2025

Very small room in need of some modernisation

Excellent food, friendly staff, great location

Stayed in June 2025

Lovely room in an old pub. Breakfast and dinner were both excellant. We would stay here again.

Stayed in May 2025

Just a little tlc wouldn’t go amiss but in the current climate with costs etc it’s understandable that it’s a big place to run. Not that I didn’t like it but just an observation.

A nice quiet place with a warm welcome and good food on offer also. Warm,welcoming and did exactly what we needed with a bike trip and long tired days.

Stayed in June 2025

We were extremely disappointed at not being provided with Wi-Fi connection in our room.

The breakfasts were fine - although the back bacon was tough; why not mix in some streaky bacon ?

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing really, other than a king size bed would at to comfort.

Beautiful location Good food and service. Folk singer on the evening of our stay, added to the experience.

Stayed in May 2025

Quite steep stairs to room but there is a decent banister.

Friendly staff. Excellent food (had dinner and breakfast) Cosy and clean room. Lovely beer garden (although too windy to enjoy it)

Stayed in May 2025

As I have the dogs and one is not supposed to go upstairs I would have preferred a ground floor room. If I come again I will book earlier and request this. The stairs were very steep and with the arthritis in my left leg I couldn't carry her as I needed to hold the stair rail. The window was at floor level which meant I couldn't really open it in case the dogs tried to go through it.

LOcation was perfect. Being allowed to have my dogs with me. Breakfast was good although presentation of cold buffet could be improved and the weetabix jar just held crumbs when I went down.

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing really.

Location, Staff, Food, Value for money.

Stayed in May 2025

Breakfast a little late to start as we liked to go for a park run however they supplied a sandwich instead.

Food was excellent

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing at all.

This is a real, friendly, country pub/hotel situated beside the River West Allen in the wooded foothills of the North Pennines. The room was very large, and very comfortable. Before arriving, on a Sunday, we received a phone call asking if we would like a roast Sunday lunch on our arrival ( of course we did ) It was really excellent - Huge, and tasty. This pub is perfect if you love the countryside and great breakfasts.

Stayed in April 2025

I thought the service could have been more efficient at dinner time.

Great location and food

Stayed in May 2025

For the price it couldn’t be bettered

Nice people running the place very friendly and helpful

Stayed in April 2025