Hotel

Our Inspector Loved

The delicious dinner at this informal relaxing hotel set in a picturesque valley in beautiful Cumbria with the pretty market town of Alston nearby.

You Loved

It was 20-years since our last visit to Lovelady Shields,Cumbria. We were really pleased that the quality and service is even better ! The staff are exceptional. B.Dodson

Price

• (Including 4-course dinner)
• single £100–£180
• double/twin £200–£360

Calling from the UK

0845 365 2042

Calling from overseas

+44 (0)1434 381203

Description

It's not often we recommend a driving route as well as hotel, but the A686 which leads to Lovelady Shield is officially one of the world's 10 best drives. Bright log fires welcome you on cooler days and owners Peter and Marie Haynes take care to create a relaxed atmosphere in this riverside haven. 4-course dinners prepared by master chef Barrie Garton and rounded off by homemade puddings and a selection of English farmhouse cheeses, have consistently been awarded AA Rosettes for the past 15 years. Many people discover this place en route to Scotland then return to explore the beautiful, unspoilt area properly. For equestrian lovers, pony-trekking and riding can be arranged. The Pennine Way, Hadrian's Wall and the Lake District are within easy reach. Lovelady Shield Country House Hotel, Nenthead Road, Alston, Cumbria CA9 3LF, England.

Location

A689, 0.3 mile; Alston, 2 miles; M6 jct 40, 22 miles

Attractions

High Force - Englands highest waterfall; Hadrians Wall; Penine Way; North Lakes