String of Horses Restaurant and Bar in Carlisle

Super friendly welcome, room excellent, food exceptional. And amazing staff. Random stop off on the way back to Birmingham from Northern Ireland to break the journey. Keep it going we’ll be back.

What a little gem of an inn! We arrived & were greeted by the lovely Sam. Our room was lovely, clean & spacious with everything we needed for the night. We had a delicious & quality dinner & a lovely hot breakfast. Friendly staff & locals in the bar along with their schnauzer Ginny. We only wished we had booked 2 nights! Thank you for a lovely stay….highly recommend 👍🏻

Beautiful hotel, welcoming, with lovely, friendly, helpful and cheerful staff. We stayed overnight, enjoyed dinner, beer and breakfast. Room was spotless, bathroom lovely, room delightful it is one of the best places I have stayed in. Can’t recommend it highly enough.

This is a very attractive, clean pub with a very interesting menu. When we went it was very cold (we only saw one radiator)although fires had been put on) - and it smelt faintly of sewage. Maybe that was a temporary thing. We’d definitely go again in the hope that it was.

This is the third time myself and my partner have visited String of Horses again can not fault the place We always pop in for food and drinks when visiting the huts which is just a short walk away from String of Horses The staff are always welcoming chatty and friendly The pub is soooo cosy and warm to the point you feel as though you don't ever want to leave The food is amazing it should be 5* the chef is simply amazing at his job such a top chef his food just makes your mouth water as soon as you see it Hopefully we will be popping in again next year :)

This was exactly the sort of quaint, hospitable inn we had been hoping for on our travels back down from Scotland. It was a Friday night and doing a roaring trade, both from locals and the overnight guests, which was all handled with total aplomb. Walking into the dining room to see an incredible specials board that included the likes of hare and goose, we were sold. All the food was deliciously fresh and clearly put together with genuine passion. Service was delightful and the whole pub had great ambience - what more could you want? Our room was very comfortable, and we rolled into bed very happy indeed. It really is a fantastic staging post and an atmospheric alternative to the hotel chains of Carlisle.

Questa locanda si trovava in un posto non turistico sul nostro percorso tra Scozia e Inghilterra, ma ci torneremmo anche appositamente. Pulitissimo, ben arredato e ordinato e con camera famigliare ampia e bagno confortevole. Personale gentile e colazione squisita.

Outstanding menu, we had monkfish and the lamb , just stunning , the duck for mains was divine , exquisitely cooked and the jus a beaut !!! Atmosphere lovely, decor funky , bedrooms perfect xxx well done Colin , a lovely experience complete 😀

Second time myself and the hubby have visited string of horses and again we were not disappointment Everyone is friendly welcoming and chatty The food again was mouth watering hats off to the chef we had a starter and main both were simply delicious 😋 We ended up walking it off back to the Shepard’s hut that we were staying in as we were absolutely stuffed Also a huge THANK YOU to the young blonde barmaid she is always a delight to speak to such a lovely young women When we book another break away we will definitely be popping in for a third time Thank you 😊

This was one of the best dinners I've had whilst on our UK tour, it was mouth watering. Not only is the Chef brilliant at what he does he's a really nice bloke to. We will be back. Cheers.

Me and the hubby were having a few days break away so decided to have a walk to this pub after seeing the leaflet for it which was left in the place that we were staying at Didn’t think to book a table before arriving so once in i asked if they were able to keep a table for myself and my hubby for when the kitchen is open they said yes straight away which was great The place is so cosy the staff are friendly and chatty The food was just simply gorgeous our mouths were watering We will definitely be popping in again next time we are having a break away

Travelled 40 mins for a meal with family after looking at an online post. Waitress serving was clueless and bored. When asked what the "pie of the day" was, the answer was "onion and ale", when asking somewhat bemusingly, if it was a vegetarian special, the answer, we think, was "no", but nobody knew. We later found out that is was Steak and Ale by listening to another waiter advising customers what the specials actually were. No idea what Largers were being served either, at the bar, 2 metres away. £9 for a child's meal of chicken goujons chips and peas. Arrived without peas. When asked about the missing veg, we were told they were out of stock. We knew this as they were not on the plate but were asked "do you want me to see what veg is available?" Do you not know?? The options fed back were carrots or pea puree. Really?! For a 10yr old..... chips with carrots or a pea puree!? Surely the staff do communicate here at some point? Cold veg. Concrete Risotto (more than al dente) and tasteless tartare sauce. No discount offered or discussed when mentioning the rebel AWOL peas when paying quite a substantial bill. A disappointing meal, ridiculously over priced average food served by young, uninterested staff who have no idea what is going on. Far better and cheaper available.

Fabulous stay. All the staff were welcoming and really helpful. Jodie organised late checkout for us and gave us tips on where to visit. The food at String of horses was excellent. We had a relaxing stay, felt really at home and will definitely visit again. Thanks everyone 😆

We chose this quaint little inn as a stopover on the way south from Scotland, we were highly impressed! The inn dates back to 1659 as a staging post for travellers, and there remains lots of original features to admire. The log burning stoves provide a warm cosy ambiance, residents lounge a quiet space to relax and the bar at a weekend is lively and welcoming. The food is outstanding, local fish and game feature, with daily specials all presented beautifully. The rooms are well appointed and nicely decorated. The staff are attentive and very friendly, the standard of service was excellent. We have been informed that they welcome Motorhome stopovers in their well suited carpark but please take a drink in the bar or eat in the restaurant. We will be back!!!

My wife and I had an evening meal here. The food was amazing as was the service. It is a little off the beaten track, but we would thoroughly recommend a visit.

We were originally a little sceptical about eating at The String of Horses, as we had a dog with us and thought we’d have to sit outside. However, Colin and his team were very flexible and were happy to ‘bend’ the house rules, so we could eat inside. The pub is steeped in history with the most incredible carving on the bar and surrounds dating back to 1694 (carved into the bar itself) .The food was superb, so much so, we booked to return the following night. Recommend the lamb, fish and chips, pan fried chicken risotto and Steak and ale pie. The Sticky toffee pudding is also to die for. The pub was reasonably quiet when we visited, ideal for our nervous little dog. Staff were super attentive band friendly! Will be back…

Absolutely fantastic food, very modern and such a taste experience. Also good drink selection, very friendly staff, lovely hotel, cracking vibe!

Nice place to stop for a night. Large bedroom and bathroom. Quiet and comfortable beds. We enjoyed breakfast too.

Positives - Excellent atmosphere in traditional local Pub with roaring Log Fire, friendly, professional staff who made you feel welcome from the start. Didn't experience bedrooms but had a previous tour and seemed very Cosy. Not so positive - went here with great expectations but unfortunately we were let down by the food.We were impressed by the honesty of staff when challenged about pate' which I was really looking forward to as 'home made' pate' but which was actually bought in and to be fair they gave me it on the house. Black pudding and Haggis was deep fried and full of fat. The Gammon meal was OK but overall the menu was overpriced for what was provided. Presentation was not great by the chef. I had a family meal at a Pub just around the corner from SoH and the contrast was obvious for presentation, quality and price. The new owners need to up their game if they want to attract new and consistent customers. I have been brutally honest with my review and hope the owners take on board my comments as they have the potential to be a much better Business. I wish them well and may visit in the future to hopefully provide a more positive review.

Only using the restaurant to celebrate a family birthday. We were looking forward to the visit after not being there for a number of years. We ordered our meals but were disappointed with the size of the portions. I ordered extra chips to go with my meal but they were used to top up the meals of the men folk as there wasn’t many on their plates, though there weren’t many in the extra portion either and I queried how much I was paying for them. I mentioned about the size of the chips on their plates and The waitress said she would get some more and find out how much the chips were but never came back with the answer but came back with extra chips to make up the other plates, of which we were charged for as well. The steak pie my son ordered arrived and was black burnt on the top. I told him to send it back but he said he would eat it. The Cumberland sausage ordered looked well done too with a hard skin and must be cooked by dropping it in the fryerIf you like a decent size portion of food I would suggest you maybe give it a miss. We were rather disappointed and were trying to give a local business a try but doubt we will be back for a good while. We would have been better going a bit further out and going to the Auctioneer.

We enjoyed our meal and the friendly staff !! Couldn’t fault any thing food was excellent and good vegetarian / fish options !

We have just had two days in the String of Horses coaching Inn at Faugh just 20 minute drive from Carlilse. We booked this 18months ago and due to illness have been unable to take the break until now and many thanks to Colin the proprietor who has kindly worked with us to visit. We had a standard room No. 7 which had a shower and was so warm and cozy and had everything you could want. It was spotless! We overlooked the garden at the back and it was really quiet and you could see the two pigmy pigs in their garden. We ate there both nights and the food is superb and plenty of it. The main point that makes this Inn special is the service from the friendly team and Colin is around all the time too which is great. It also has three log fires and a lovely lounge area. If you want comfort and relaxation go on treat yourself. Thanks Colin for a fab time eventually! We will be back x

Arranged a family night out and get together and picked The string of horses based on its reviews, there was six in our party and we were not disappointed. The parking is excellent, all our rooms were very well presented, we had a king sized bed that was extremely comfortable. Colin is such a hard working man and his strive to deliver excellence is obvious, it’s a beautiful quaint place with welcoming open fires, the thing that sets it apart from all the rest is definitely the food, it’s such a high standard. I had steak and followed the chef recommendation on how it should be cooked and it was devine, the staff are all attentive and eager to please, nothing was too much trouble ( 3 fussy eaters) The breakfast was of the same standard with good quality ingredients and a good choice too, this will be our first of many visits Well done String of horses for such an enjoyable visit.

Nine of us just stayed at the String of Horses for the weekend for our Alzheimers Charity Walk & it was just perfect in every way. The staff were all so friendly and looked after our every need. The hotel was clean, well equipped & the food was delicious - both breakfast and dinner! Thanks to all at the String! We will be back!

Stayed 2 nights. Rooms were clean and comfortable, bathroom large with shower and bath. Visitors lounge with television and a selection of books. Bar and restaurant were closed on the Monday night we were there but we ate in the restaurant the following night. Well stocked bar, the gin was good and the food was lovely. Staff friendly and we had a thoroughly enjoyable visit. Would definitely go again.

We stayed at the String of Horses having been given a ‘red letter day’ voucher for two nights.The accommodation is clean and the beds comfortable. Our room had only a shower an there was no heated rail to dry the towels.Our room was not cleaned nor the bed made on the second day. I believe this was an honest mistake but must say this is the first time ever that this has happened to me. The staff were apologetic.The upside to our stay was the friendly staff and excellent food. Good choice and top end quality. Breakfast also good but maybe lacking a little choice if you prefer continental.All in all had a good stay but feel the room should have been more red letter day standard and the outside areas need a little TLC

Purchased a "Buy a gift voucher" as a treat for my husband and I for Christmas and found it on the list of locations as we wanted to finish walking Hadrian's Wall. It is quite close to both Carlisle and Brampton. The String of Horses looked good on the website and was everything it said. Quirky, friendly, busy in the middle of the week and the owners very hospitable. We stayed for two nights and had a very spacious, comfy bed with the added bonus of a jacuzzi bath just what was needed after walking the wall. The food has to be the hotest and best quality using a local butcher with plenty of choice on the menu. The breakfast simple either Cumbria breakfast, vegetarian or eggs bendict which I chose - superb. We walked from Banks - Newtown then Newtown to Burgh on Sands before the final leg from Burgh on Sands to Bowness on Solway. Fab few days with achievement of finishing Hadrian's Wall with a good sleep and good food at the end of it. Would thoroughly recommend this place to stay.

We have never had a bad meal yet ,weve been going here for a few years now,food is superb,staff are lovely,i had a well done rib eye steak sometimes steak can be dry when its well done but mine was not it was juicy ,hubby tried something he had not had before which was chilli lasangne which he really enjoyed

This is an old village pub in Faugh, which is near to Hadrien's Wall. We walked from a nearby village through lovely countryside on a beautiful summer's evening.

The staff was very accommodating as we arrived late. The food was excellent. The ambiance in the restaurant/bar area was very friendly.

Enjoyed our meal. Lovely staff who were attentive. Expected menu to be a bit more exciting but we did enjoy what we had. Lovely atmosphere and plenty parking. Lovely to sit outside and enjoy the summer. A nice drive out there if you're staying around Carlisle.

We were staying local for the weekend and pre booked a table . Shared starters of Black Pudding and Battered Haggis which were tasty albeit the Black Pudding I felt overdone for my palate. Followed this with mains ...for me the Special of Haddock and Chips and for my wife Scampi and Chips ....both came with peas and tartare sauce. Portion sizes were very generous, so much so we couldn't finish either dish. Would suggest skip starters unless you have large appetites. Overall we enjoyed the ambience of the String of Horses,certainly enhanced by we guessed visitors and locals alike enjoying a drink/food in this oldie world village pub ,certainly the pint of beer went down very well.

We stayed for two nights, our room was spotlessly clean; after unpacking we went to the bar which according to the panelling on the bar has been there since 1694; the staff are friendly and helpful there is a good selection of beers and lagers and I lost count of the Gins available.

We booked the restaurant for a family birthday dinner. The tables were clean and well presented. The staff were very attentive,friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the wine was poor quality and the food was almost inedible.

First time we have stayed here lovely B and B. staff really nice room very clean breakfast was to die for as was the evening meal it was really good.

Stayed here a few times now, it is so quiet and peaceful, the locals are very nice too, the food is all fresh and made to order nothing frozen and re-heated here, the fish is amazing and you get a very large portion, i noticed the fish is delivered daily so you know it's fresh.

My husband and I came for a meal as it was close to the cottage we were staying at.

We were purchased the trip as a present and we were not disappointed. We had a detour to get there due to road works but we were pleasantly surprised. Room was great - not massive but clean and tidy. Breakfast was very good and the food in the evening was excellent. The Fish and chips were quite impressive plus all the other things we tried could not be faulted. I also had a Fillet Steak with Stilton sauce again huge portions. Staff very friendly and helpful. Old world bar area which attracted locals too. I would definitely recommend even though it is in a very small village - not far to Carlisle and surrounding attractions.

Thoroughly enjoyed the 3 courses that I chose; every course was tasty and there was plenty on the plates. I ate in the restaurant area near the bar. The service was excellent. I can't fault the whole meal or atmosphere.

Excellent facilities and food. Good service and very pleasant staff. Great location and easy to get to.

Came up for a weekend again .great food .staff very friendly clean very comfy rooms .just a great place to stay

Stayed at String of Horses when visiting Cumbria. Nice well appointed comfortable rooms and excellent breakfasts. Will definitely stay here again.

My wife and I have just enjoyed a wonderful nights stay at the String of Horses. We had no idea what to expect but we're so glad we selected this hotel. It is a 16th century building and has been well maintained. We had requested...

We called this gorgeous pub on the off-chance they could fit us in at very short notice. The call went to voicemail, but we had our message returned straight away. We were warmly welcomed on arrival. The decor and furnishings are lovely - wood panelling...

De haber estado en el hotel en el que nos volvimos para cenar otra noche. Me encantó el hecho de que es un propietario establiahment independiente con carácter. El propietario puede decirte donde toda la carne, etc. viene de (casi todas es producida en) tuve...

Este solía ser nuestro pub local pero con sus habitaciones, excelente menú y un área de bar agradable, hacen de este lugar un buen hotel, restaurante y hotel. Altamente recomendado para lo que buscas.

Gran parada si viaja desde el sur de Inglaterra a la costa oeste de Escocia. Cenamos en el pub del hotel. Gran ambiente en aquí y mi comida de pescado y patatas es conocida cariñosamente como ballenas y patatas fritas. Era grande. Nuestra habitación era...

El desayuno muy bueno, con una amplia variedad para el desayuno y el desayuno inglés muy bien preparado. Huevos escalfados muy bien hecha. Pedí Lubina, pero no era la piel crujiente y se sirve con una salsa de curry, pero el brócoli no habían sido...

Viajamos a través de los espectaculares paisajes de encontrar este año 1.913 muy acogedor justo debajo de la frontera, Colin y su equipo son un grupo muy agradable e hizo que nuestra visita más aceptable. Buena comida, buena cerveza y confortable entorno contribuyen a que el ambiente y habitaciones limpias y ordenadas para relajarse en el viaje bien.

Interesante menú con comida bien preparada y abundante! Mi marido tenía la lubina con salsa de apionabo (deliciosos) y tuve hombro lento cordero cocinado (maravilloso).

The food is great plenty of it all cooked to order and very well served and hot the restaurant is all wood panels and beams very very nice

Stayed 2 nights wished we had booked a week , amazing from start to finish, not a single complaint ..Room was excellent slept on a wonderful bed in a lovely place, staff were friendly lovely and first class ..Meals of high quality and plenty on plate lol , breakfast was outstanding service better than most hotels . The bar had atmosphere and quiet area to talk a good range of beer and cider loved the cloudy cider. Will be back as soon as we can get away ...

Stayed over whilst visiting friends, the room was very warm & comfortable everything you would require from a country hotel/pub restaurant,The staff were very friendly & helpful we also enjoyed a lovely breakfast.John & Sue

We've actually stayed here two or three times. It's not actually far from the M6/M74 and makes a nice stop. The building and bar are wonderful so long as you like old and quirky (we do!) The owner is very friendly and helpful and the pub food is good. Nothing else needed!

Booked here for three nights on a deal and it was fantastic value for money. Having said that, I would have been happy to pay the normal price as we had a lovely time. The owner, Colin, met us on arrival and although the bar didn't open until 6pm, he offered us drinks if we wanted them. We decided to wait as we had planned to eat there on the first night and we pleased we made the choice to do so. I had the black pudding starter, which is always a must when we go up north and it was one of the best I have had. We followed that with Fajitas, a fillet steak and their take on a lasagne but with chilli. All were great meals and we were well looked after by the staff. The rooms were clean and warm and the breakfasts fine. The only slight negative was the lack of somewhere hot in the bathroom so the towels could dry (room 10). A heated towel rail would solve the issue. In saying that, it didn't detract from the visit and we would not hesitate to stay again.

Well off the beaten track, yet close to Hadrian's wall and not to far from the M6, this unpretentious inn is cosy, friendly and has very good food. Traditional British dishes stand alongside some delicious Latin American menu options.I had a series of conversations with friendly locals at the bar and the relaxed landlord.For me it was an enjoyable evening and a comfortable night, not just a stop on the road south from Scotland.Rooms slightly old-fashioned but perfectly adequate.

We chose this place as a stop-over to break up a long journey. We had a lovely warm and comfortable room, an excellent meal in the restaurant and enjoyed the friendliness of the staff and locals in the bar.

Had a great night here. Food was great and the service was excellent. Will be back for sure! Really good breakfast!!

I had read that this restaurant offered Mexican food and I was not let down. My nachos were perfect and the chicken fajitas cooked to perfection. It isn't all Mexican, the fish and chips special caused an intake of breath by it's size and the Cumberland sausage went down well. Good, food, good service....good choice.

We came across this little pub on the Internet by chance and how lucky were we. It was our wedding Anniversary so both myself & my wife just wanted a nice get away somewhere quiet. The pub is located in a lovely little village aprox 10 mins outside of Carlisle. It's full of character something which appealed to us. As soon as we entered the premises you could tell the place has been lovingly looked after. Our room was immaculate with plenty of Tea & coffee supplies. The bathroom also was immaculate with plenty of towels and shampoos. The cleanliness even goes as far as the spare toilet rolls being individually wrapped. We had a few drinks before food at the bar where as the evening went on seemed to have more residents than locals which created a nice atmosphere. The food menu has a good selection of different meals from 1 to 3 courses. We both went for the special which was Fish & Chips....it was massive!...more like a shark!..lovely and tender falling apart nicely.After a good peaceful nights sleep we enjoyed a great breakfast. For us this included a big bowl of fresh melon,strawberries and grapes followed by a full English breakfast with wholemeal toast and coffee....it was lovely. All in all our stay here was lovely, absolutely nothing negative to say about the place. The landlord had time to speak to everyone just being friendly and full of helpfull advice. If it's a stay here or in Carlisle I'd deffinatly recommend here. We would definitely return to stay again truly a Hidden Gem.

This was not our first choice for dinner, but the original restaurant we were supposed to eat at was closed.More their loss and String of Horses gain! We had no expectation of what to expect; all four of our main dishes were delicious. Hot plates of food crammed with taste and flavour. Great value for money. Even the children's portions were a good size. We would recommend to anyone visiting this part of the world.

Just arrived home after spending the weeking at this fantastic hotel each time we have been ( about our 7 th visit )we have a great stay ,staff are very friendly & very welcoming as are the locals and the food is excellent

We arrived without a reservation on a Friday night but were given a nice table by the wood fire (yes - it was July but it was very cold and wet outside). The food was lovely - the steak pie was proper home made with short crust pastry and gravy. My husband had Cumberland sausage and mash which was also excellent.

We ate here in this historic pub which dates back to the 17th C. We had scampi and chips and a vegetarian curry. The curry was very tasty, full of flavour and not too hot. There was a good portion of scampi but the chips were sadly not home made. They keep some good local ales and log fires burn at each end of the bar. The staff are very pleasant and friendly.

7 out of 10 food (reasonable steak - good prawn cocktail starter) 8 out of 10 service, all at reasonable prices.

Fantastic location, in a small village on the outskirts of Carlisle. The staff are attentive and welcoming and the food is superb. Our return is guaranteed!

Stayed there on a deal that I got off the internet.It was just great in every way.Lovely staff,smashing food and a great general atmosphere. Wow what a deal!!

Really great food and service, recommended. Fish dishes were lovely especially the mughlai seabass and seafood pasta. Beef nachos and goats cheese bruschetta were great starters.

We happened to be staying there on Valentine's day and the tables were set in a fun way to reflect this without being OTT. It was a lovely relaxed meal with friendly staff.

Fantastic location and very attentive hosts if needed. Colin always makes us very welcome. The cooked breakfast is to due for, with all ingredients sourced locally.

We stayed for 2 nights, we were surprised after travelling for 4 hrs and arriving at 1 pm we couldn't check in until 4pm and that the pub was also closed..Doesn't open till 5 on Saturday either which was surprising as only pub in the village.The room(1) was a tiny double with little room for your bags, the shower was barely running and warm water, also hairs on the bathroom floor and still there on the saturday after bed being made and room needed de cob webbing.However friendly staff and food was lovely in the evening but basic 2 choice breakfast...It did lack a bit of atmosphere maybe due to appauling weather...

Stayed here a couple of nights. The rooms are basic, clean and warm with comfy beds. The food is superb, as is the beer. Three real ales on offer along with ciders as well. We look forward to visiting again

The menu in the String of horses is fantastic. A good variety of main courses and the deserts are lovely.

Great food. Lots of choice. I had the Lamb tagine and my husband had the gammon, both excellent. Some different beers which my husband thoroughly enjoyed.

Nice pub food in a cozy atmosphere. Situated in a tiny Cumbrian village this old coaching inn is very welcoming.

Comfortable country pub/hotel in a very quiet hamlet. Very convenient for the interesting city of Carlisle,well worth a day visit.

Had a one night stay in this quirky old pub. The food was good but felt the room was overpriced for an average room and stay. The staff were very helpful and friendly.

Prachtige oude inn uit 1650, gezellige authentieke inrichting. Kamers (familiekamer) zijn ruim, schoon en comfortabel. En het eten beneden in het restaurant is heerlijk! Aanrader dus!

Had a great evening in a private (or it seemed private) dining room. Food was great and service was excellent.

Terrific local atmosphere and great food. The fish and chips were huge and the local beer terrific. We felt right at home and the staff could not have been more gracious

Cosy, friendly bar with locals and visitors. Both our meals were excellent and they had a selection of 3 or 4 real ales.

Having had a disappointing Michelin restaurant meal yesterday, we were delighted to find this traditional pub.Lots of aspects were high quality and enjoyable:- Very welcoming and hospitable landlord, with a a friendly, efficient and helpful young staff- comfortable and pleasing traditional pub decor, all clean and cared for- very enjoyable and tasty traditional pub food and beer at a good pricePortions are generous!So, first rate meal, look forward to returning.

I'm lucky enough to live only a few miles from here and on my first visit was pleased by the beer selection and the fine bar menu. Old fashioned bar is a plus feature. Well worth searching the lanes to find it.

Excellent menu, service and the quality of the food was outstanding. We would highly recommend to anyone.....the crumble was memorable.

We spent our 2 night break in the hotel, the food was varied and did not break the bank, serving times were excellent, we managed to get Barefoot, white zinfandel, not available in a lot of places. Staff were good and very friendly. A part time local kept us chatting at the bar which was nice also, thanks John.

Good Service from waiters. Varied selection from Menu, from Curry to Fish and Pasta. Very quaint decor.

Lovely meal. Six of us went for a meal and glad we did. Great wine and outstanding food. Excellent vegetarian choice and fantastic service. I truly recommend as the atmosphere and service is superb.

Went here on a Thursday night with friends after reading about it in the AA pub guide. I was extremely impressed by the quality of food on offer. The menu seems to cover all tastes with a lot of vegetarian choices, Italian, Moroccan, Cuban and Caribbean (quite a wide range). The bar scene is good with a number of local real ales on offer and the service was alright, but nothing amazing. We were all fans of the food and would definitely recommend it to others to make a visit to. The Caribbean chicken with rice and spicy beans was really impressive as were the Dulce de Leche pancakes (loads of bananas, caramel and ice cream). If I lived in the area then I would definitely make regular visits to here for the food alone.....

We had a very nice meal and later were delighted to speak with the Proprietor/ chef. It is not often that you meet Costa Rican proprietor in the depths of rural England!

Cosy cute and comfortable Remarkable underestimated little gem nestled in the countryside. Catered for all dietary needs in the morning at breakfast there was fresh fruit, juice coffee tea a range of cereals and veggie options and full EnglishRooms are clean tidy and warm, cleaner Is also lovely very friendly and makes sure your well looked after during your stay. Close to all local attractions nice country lanes to drive round and enjoy the scenic views

Couldn't fault the restaurant, The food was tasty and plentiful.very large portions so pace yourself

we stayed for 1 night. The staff are friendly and helpful. We had room 5 which has a 4 poster bed.It was clean and warm and we had a bath. The bar had a lovely roaring fire. Food was excellent. Overall a great coaching Inn, and yes we would stay again. Thank you.

Food is home cooked , tastes delicious & well portioned . There is nothing to dislike every meal we've had we've enjoyed & we've had a few

Ate at the String of Horses and had a first class meal. Locally sourced top qualify food cooked to perfection. Very friendly couple and lovely young team helping. Don't come if you are not really hungry - portions very large.

My partner chose pub food (sausage and mash) and I chose the Mexican --- both were well prepared, tasty, and more generous than we could finish! Personal, kind service.

A nice welcome and a varied menu with a latin influence. Plenty of variety including veggie options and daily specials. Plenty of parking and within about 15 minutes of Carlisle.

Bought what I thought was a good Wowcher deal to stay here for two nights. Rang to book a Sunday and Monday evening. We were told the restaurant was closed on a Monday but there were restaurants nearby for a meal. Got back from nice day out on the Monday evening to find there is nowhere nearby open for a meal and the bar was closed!!! We did not stay Monday, drove home! Never Again.

Clean and comfortable rooms. Nice, friendly atmosphere and good food. Great location for exploring the local countryside and Hadrian's Wall.

The drink is reasonably priced and the menu is also a bit different, with a nod to Spanish/North African cuisine. Perhaps a little expensive for the standard (which is good but not exceptional) and presentation could be more interesting. Members of staff very pleasant.

You are rather a captive audience if staying at the Inn and sometimes as we know this can be a very bad thing......however prices were great value, food excellent, good choices and a special of the day board....very worthwhile and nice 17th century beamed pub setting too