The Railway Inn, Acklington Nr Morpeth in Northumberland

Stayed here for two nights with my friend in our camper van… Upon arrival we were greeted by the lovely Saffy, who was extremely friendly and informative.. Lovely clean caravan park, Cosy little pub with nice clean toilets.. Reasonably priced and friendly staff… Whilst sat at the bar we have watched Saffy check other guests in and literally couldn’t help them enough! Five stars for Saffy, 100% will return!

A last minute booking to stay with our Motorhome. Met by Saffy who showed us to our pitch, quite roomy and well kept. I did read negative reviews regarding the shower block but they were ok, certainly didn’t mind using the facilities, we stayed at much worse sites which charged megabucks because of the location. The host was a nice guy and his pub was lively that night as there was a singer performing. If you fancy a nice walk go to the Rigg and Furrow micro brewery open on Friday and Saturdays, 20 min walk away. A good stop off or a longer stay as there’s plenty of things to visit in that area of beautiful Northumberland. Will certainly be back x

Other than only ice cream as a gluten free option the meal was very enjoyable. I'm gluten intolerant and had the salmon. My friend had a very generous meat serving which he enjoyed very much. Have included the regular menu too; they also do a sandwich selection at other. lunchtimes. Dogs welcome.

Stayed here for a weekend camping with my three boys and a friend and his family. Thought the site was really well looked after and peacefull. Peacefull is not something my boys find easy to achieve but staff and fellow campers were more than accommodating and friendly at all times. Would absolutely recommend this site to family's and will be back for sure. Had a meal and drinks in the bar again staff were very friendly met the owner Henry who was also very welcoming. Shower facility's on site were a good standard. Thanks again for a good weekend.

We arrived after a ten hour drive to find a Audi car parked across the two parking spaces for dove cottage I went in to pub to ask who the car belonged to to be told it’s the bosses I asked barmaid could he move it to reply was no. She says park in car park told her full car to unload. Proper crappy attitude. Start unloading car then someone who works in the kitchen then parks her car nearly blocking access to cottage. Bad thing is bed was so uncomfortable we only stayed one night even thou had booked for three bedding was dirty and smelt would not recommend to anyone attitude stinks

Camping, pub and food Absolutely fantastic campsite. Small and intimate with everything you need. The pub has a great atmosphere and the staff are extremely friendly and attentive. Henry the owner is hospitable, ensures you have a great time, and fantastic craic. The food is beautiful, I'd particularly recommend the Sunday lunch. Well worth a visit if just passing through or staying for a few nights. Amble and druridge bay are and the doorstop and a great place to make camp.

Back again, but this time in our MoHo Absolutely fantastic, took our grandchildren, they loved it . Owners and staff are brilliant and so is the food . Can recommend the steak pie and the Fish and Chips . It was busy but we expected that during the holidays and nice to see British leisure industry doing well in these hard times , Toilets and showers are basic but they were clean and that’s all that matters. Booked up again and can’t wait to return

Very nice campsite the Railway inn is really friendly Saffi looked after us the minute we arrived food in restaurant is very nice singer was a bonus also looking forward to returning with family shower block is basic but clean and checked regularly beautiful part of Northumberland we'll be back soon Little hidden gem

We love this site, the owners are so friendly, the pub and food in the restaurant is lovely and the pitches are fantastic. However, the only thing that lets the site down is the shower block, it is in desperate need of modernisation, please please do this and we’d never be away!

Spent 2 nights here as a stopover to Scotland. Saffy met us on arrival and offered us a hardstanding pitch instead of grass as one had become available. Really friendly and went out of her way to help us. The pitch was fully serviced so win win! The pub on site is great, stafd very friendly and food was excellent. Used the bathroom facilities once and although dated were very clean. There was a lot of people on site due to school holidays but no rowdy ones and all appeared to be well supervised. Owner was friendly and wanted to ensure we'd had a good stay. Will certainly be back and thank you for your hospitality!

This place is truly a gem - clean, tidy camp site, level pitches, nicely spaced, and a great base from which to explore the area. But the icing on the cake is the food served in the old, traditional pub - absolutely superb! And friendly staff who really make you feel welcome

Stayed for 3 night we personally found the site ok after reading some reviews that were not kind I worried but I make my own decisions Friendly staff, Enjoyed the food and a pint or two the site filled up on Saturday all respeçtful people around us not any noise apart from the odd dog including mine. Yes the toilet/shower block could do with a refresh but not a concern. I will return.

We stayed with a group of friends for a few days. Great spot and lovely caravan site. Electric and water hookup included. Really friendly staff and lovely pub serving fab food and local beers.

I visited here with family and my dog on a Friday evening. The food was reasonable and the service was efficient and helpful

Staying here at the moment on the campsite, lovely site, great location, fantastic staff amazing food highly recommended dog friendly pub and kids play area, all clean & tidy can't wait to come back, Henry and his team are so helpful & friendly thank you 😀😀😀

Lovely teatime meals , served very quickly . Winter warmers to the core , Homemade Vegetable soup with Artisan bread and butter and local Northumbrian Sausages and creamy Mash . So tasty , so filling and oozing favour.

Fabulous Sunday dinner. Freshly cooked so be prepared to wait when busy. All local ingredients ...delicious. Desserts were a highlight ...toffee sauce amazing. Staff friendly and professional...a warm welcome by all.

Stayed here in our caravan and what an amazing place it is. Food is unreal the pub is so cosy the atmosphere is lovley We loved everything about it. The owner Henry is spot on lovley bloke has time for all his customers. Carnt wait to return 🥰

Food and service very good. Staff friendly and helpful. Apparently they have changed hands in last few years and are recovering from lockdown and the previous people who ran it letting stands fall. It’s quiet at lunch time but busy in the evening.

Called in on the off chance of a table for Sunday lunch for two people, dining area was super busy and told could fit us in but maybe a slight wait for food. Sat beside the wood burner, and thoroughly enjoyed our drinks. Food arrived piping hot and plentiful, delicious melt in the mouth pork and equally divine beef. We were so pleased with our spur of the moment decision to dine there. Great service and great “tunes”, will be back but best to book in advance.

Fab Sunday lunch, warm and cosy atmosphere, lovely fire on as it was miserable day, Sunday lunch was absolutely gorgeous, all fresh homemade products,highly recommend

Popped in for Saturday lunch. It was fairly quiet so got seated no problem. Menu was OK. Small or large portions on most mains available. We both went for something off the sandwich menu, fish finger with chips and ham and chutney with fries. Both were excellent and very filling. The fish was perfect and the ham was obviously good quality too, as was the chutney. There was also a small salad served with both which was exceptionally tasty too especially the pickled red onion. 1st class. Great service. Will be back soon. Thank you

A little gem of a place serving the tastiest home cooked food. LOCATION. Rural with plenty of parking plus outside seating. HOSPITALITY. A warm welcome from the owners and staff. Adults, children and dogs all made to feel comfortable. DINING. My review is based on Sunday lunch as we return week after week because it’s special. Choice of meats, roast potatoes, mash, an abundance of veg. The legendary huge Yorkshire pudding and gravy boat. A really generous portion too. All homemade by chef as are the equally delicious desserts. Is it busy? Yer it’s very busy which is the sign of a good pub with a cracking pint. Be sure to book in advance would be my tip.

Lovely Sunday lunch we opted for the Turkey and Well done Roast Beef . The Beef was perfect melt in the mouth, Turkey was moist and buttery with Bacon wrapped Chipolata sausage . Can’t wait for Christmas Day now ! Vegetables were so tasty Rosemary and Thyme Roast Potatoes, Beautiful creamed mash potato and purée Turnip , Seasonal Vegetables of Parsnips, Broccoli, Carrots and Cauliflower. Lashings of tasty Gravy , a huge homemade Yorkshire Pudding . Staff were all lovely and friendly .

Fabulous Sunday lunch menu, the meals were outstanding and the staff were a pleasure. Definitely a 10+ from us and the family, we’ll definitely be back soon. Well done

Fabulous tea on Saturday then even better Sunday lunch can’t fault this place at all , owners and staff are first class , if you haven’t tried it you must caravan site and country cottages both amazing

Absolutely Awful Experience! We arrived for Sunday lunch to be greeted by Mrs Bucket & Rab C Nesbitt very rude and obnoxious type's with “Rab” being very obviously intoxicated, a rather poor start to lunch but we pressed on! The menu appeared impressive and we ordered!! The hygiene wasn’t exactly impressive the tables were very sticky and the coaster could not be moved appeared to be welded to the table! The food arrived well we were aghast at the slop being served to us and can assure you was Definately more Al a Fart than Al a carte. Frozen vegetables, canned marrow fat peas that had a strange hue of green/grey colour! The meat was of very poor quality, overcooked very tough and inedible accompanied by a frozen Yorkshire pudding! We were dumbfounded and very embarrassed as we had invited some friends to join us! This made McDonald’s look luxurious by comparison! Not sure I buy into these reviews posted on various websites! In our experience it’s not worth your time money or compromising your health for! Overall a very disappointing experience and the rudest people we have ever had the misfortune to encounter! Enter at your own risk stings to mind!! You have been warned!!

Food was fantastic and so tasty. Very reasonably priced and huge portions. Staff were lovely also. We had the lamb, mixed grill and cheesecake. Amazing.

Visited the pub today. We were squeezed in without a booking for Sunday dinner. Staff were lovely and very efficient. Food was absolutely yummy. Delicious! Thank you.

The best Sunday lunch that I have had , excellent service and food, make sure you book a table as the restaurant gets very busy, dogs welcome too.

The food was amazing best steak iv ever had beautiful place too very friendly had the best time ever 😊😊

Great campsite and Henry the owner couldn’t be more welcoming Food is excellent It was bank holiday so there was entertainment on 2 nights Couldn’t have enjoyed our selves any better. Recommend to all its a little gem of a site

Best Sunday lunch we have ever had. The staff were so welcoming and very attentive will deffo be back

We were recommended to try the Railway Inn by a friend and are so glad we did. There were 10 of us, adults and children, and nothing was too much trouble for the 2 lovely ladies who served us. The food was freshly prepared and...

What an amazing place to stay! Pleasant site, good facilities but the Inn itself is worth the trip - good, old fashioned pub atmosphere, friendly staff who can’t do enough to make your stay enjoyable. And the food! Out of this world - traditional dishes...

Had a great week at this lovely little site everything we wanted and the food was 5* Henry and his team made us feel very welcome and we will definitely be back, great little find! Thank you

We stopped of here for two nights on our way south from Scotland. We have been before under the previous owners and it was then ok but now it is an amazing place to stay. The pitches are large and have mains water and electricity....

Stayed on the campsite in our tourer for the first time this weekend & all I can say is WOW!! Absolutely fantastic place, food amazing, facilities excellent & Henry (owner) is so friendly & a fabulous singer!! Pub had a singer on Saturday- excellent! Have...

Great caravan/ motor home and camp site . Very friendly owners Helen and Henry and first class staff , bar and restaurant on site serving fabulous food , excellent Sunday lunch 10 out of 10

Fantastic family run campsite and bar/restaurant.i been a very fussy eater usually struggle when going out ,but nothing a trouble at the railway inn , fantastic food especially Sunday lunches .campsite well maintained and family friendly ideal location to visit nearby beaches and towns Well...

We had a great time at the railway as always it is a well maintained friendly site clean facilities with good sized pitches with electric and water , the staff are extremely helpful, the food in the restaurant is a must when staying here the...

Fantastic little caravan park excellent staff nothing a bother beautiful country inn the food is amazing one of the best Sunday lunch I've had clean facilities throughout is a nice family run place will be back again and again

Smashing camping site - tidy, well maintained and spotless facilities, some nice walks nearby too. But the thing that makes it stand out is the fabulous Inn itself! Traditional Inn, interesting historic building, friendly and welcoming, homely and cosy, fab local brewed beers and truly...

This is a review of the caravan and camping site. As we pulled into the site the fist thing we saw was a huge skip overflowing with rubbish. Nobody there to meet us. Therefore no information where to pitch up. We set up on a...

I'm sorry but I think your attitude is appalling (owner), we had read things regarding people's stays with you before we came. I'm sorry but we were there this weekend from 3rd to 8th June and it did seem everybody was paying different prices, the...

Well well well what can I say about this fantastic little site, it is absolutely amazing! Please don’t be fooled by the recent reviews we recently stayed here with our motor home, and the weekend was electric! We watched the band Copperhead play there who...

Been to the railway in for a few days, first time being there for us and I’m sorry to say but will NOT be returning. Firstly was treat like a piece of crap when first arrived( don’t know whether staff member was just having a...

Made a quick stop for tea , we opted for a tasty smoked pulled pork and burger bun with sauce and relish , lovely homemade chips which are so nice and creamy Coleslaw topped with some crunchy onion shreds that were divine

Just returned from a weekend there , lovely clean site , friendly staff , food was very good and so was the entertainment, great weekend .

Called for lunch with another couple. As it was midweek, it was quiet so were the only ones in for lunch. Waited about half an hour although had drinks first. I ordered Black pudding, bacon and poached eggs with home cooked chips. Absolutely delicious and...

Came for Sunday lunch on Mother’s Day. Was a last minute booking on the day and they managed to get us in. The food was delicious couldn’t fault it. Pork was lovely. Plate was full, good value for money. The staff were amazing and the...

Just stayed here for 3 nights in our motorhome and thoroughly enjoyed it. Henry has an excellent team around him and the food and service were second to none. Have to agree with a previous review which said the Sunday lunch was the best ever!...

Lovely Sunday lunch in a relaxed atmosphere with a real log fire . The lamb Sunday lunch was so tasty with all the vegetables perfectly seasoned with herbs, a huge Yorkshire Pudding and succulent roast lamb slices . Even though I was full from the...

Dined at the Railway Inn for last Sundays lunch with wife. Received a friendly and genuine welcome from the owner and staff, drinks order taken and swiftly seated in the arttactive dining area. I had the lamb dinner and wife had the roast pork and...

We visited for Sunday lunch and weren't disappointed. The atmosphere was relaxed and we didn't feel rushed. We all opted for different meats - well done beef, medium rare beef and braised lamb all served with a generous portion of tasty vegetables, homemade Yorkshire pudding...

What an exceptional find, stayed in our van for 5 nights, wouldn’t normally eat out every day but the food was so good we did just that. The owner and staff are really lovely people. The food is outstanding.

We visited on a Wednesday lunchtime to a warm welcome by the owner and barmaid and also to a roaring fire. We ordered scampi and mince and dumplings all of which were delicious. Very reasonably priced too. We will definitely be returning . The new...

The new Sunday Lunch menu did not disappoint, We opted for the Medium Rare Beef Sirloin it was melt in the mouth , served with a generous portion of creamy mash ,swede and seasonal vegetables, roast potatoes, a perfect Yorkshire pudding with lashings of gravy...

Visited here with friends in our touring caravans. We've all been here a few times in the past but haven't got round to reviewing. The Railway Inn has it all! Perfect touring pitches,they're level & spacious,a fabulous bar & restaurant which serves excellent fresh cooked...

Amazing hospitality from host and hostess. If you want a warm welcome and feel like part of a family business, this is the place for you. Nigel and Diane

Just had a fabulous lunch at the Railway Inn. First time in a long time will definitely go back and highly recommend. Pan Haggerty was wonderful and the burger & chips was special in a good way.

Stayed at this site for Christmas, the site pitches are good, all pitches are in distance of amenities, also the bar, we had Christmas Dinner in the Railway bar and the food was perfect, Kim is an Excellent chef and a great asset to this...

Stayed here over Christmas. The pitches are good, close to shower block and toilets, which although clean really need to be updated soon. Ramp outside the shower block can be a safety issue when wet or frosty and could so with an anti slip covering....

We visited the Railway in for Sunday lunch in December as a friends and family visit. The meat eaters had pork and as a vegetarian I had the nut loaf. All of us were delighted by the meal and I would recommend to anyone wanting...

We stayed at a nearby rental THE HANOVERIAN, for three nights and visited the railway inn on two occasions for a meal. Very impressed on both occasions, and the CHRISTMAS Fayre was both ample and delicious. Staff very helpful and friendly.

We stayed in the Stable Cottage with our Whippets for a long weekend and absolutely loved it. Very quiet and peaceful just what we wanted. Perfect base for taking our dogs on long walk along Druridge Bay Beach which was absolutely stunning. Also wandering about...

Having passed The Railway many times when out in the countryside near home and always saying we’d call in, we decided to try their Sunday lunch. We both ordered the 3 meats (beef, lamb & ham) with veg/trimmings. There was no scrimping on the portions,...

Stayed here for a week and found it to be extremely well located for visiting key places on the Northumberland coast. Pitches are generous in size and secluded from the road. Henry, the owner, and his staff are friendly and helpful and the food in...

Ideal site great pitches, facilities were immaculate and Good base for local sightseeing and beaches. Definitely one of our family favourite site this year and will return.

We done camping on this site a couple of weeks ago and booked straight back up and have just got home from our second visit. Beautiful site lovely pub with nice food, shower/toilet block is immaculate and nice little play park for the little ones....

We are here for the weekend, lovely site,lovely staff and Henry can't do enough for you it's only our 3rd time here and already feeling part of the family. Not be long till am back. 5 star 🌟 . Thank you so much for the...

Arrived 7.30 after long drive to be met with stony faced silence. No welcome, no smile, no sound at all! We were given a pitch in the centre of Bedlam. Went off to visit family and when we returned at 10 it was a mad...

v.g. service and good choice for vegetarians, with very tasty meal and fresh salad and lovely deserts

Delightful but fairly small site which we enjoyed for our two night stay! We had electric hook up and water was not far away. Decent facilities with everything you need easily available. Showers and toilet facilities were clean and worked well. I suspect some repair...

Don't know what the previous review was on about but it was a perfect time for us the food wad kire then edible it was lovely , the steak and ale pie was to die for , the cleanliness of the table and surrounding areas...

Ate there on Thursday food edible but we shouldn’t have stayed as the table we sat at was sticky as though it needed a good clean couldn’t move the coasters it was that sticky definetly won’t be visiting again

My husband and I popped into to “check out” the site. I read reviews and as we do t live too far away, decided to have a Sunday afternoon run out. We came in for lunch — absolutely delicious, and while I would have liked...

Going back in tourer for 3rd time since February. Cracking site. Toilets/showers fine. Little bit dated but extremely clean. Pub staff are so friendly. Food lovely. Our wee dog goes with us, so nice she can sit with us as we have our meal. See...

very crowded site. was more like backgarden camping. wouldn’t return ! don’t pick if you want a quiet holiday.

A warm welcoming experience was to be had in this traditional pub steeped with history of the local railway and once active airfield. A roaring log fire made us feel right at home on this cold evening . The staff were fun and friendly and...

The staff were warm, welcoming and absolutely lovely, unfortunately, the food was a great disappointment: Stringy beef Lumpy mashed potatoes Poor selection of vegetables Over done Yorkshire pudding which left a bitter aftertaste Watery gravy Roast potatoes were hard in the middle and overcooked on...

I wanted a Burns supper and the Railway in was recommended. I had a lovely meal and found a warm and friendly welcome from the team there. The Burns supper was delicious and beautifully presented. I chatted with the staff and will definitely return for...

This was our second visit to the campsite in our motorhome but this time we brought my mum and dad. My parents stayed in Stable cottage and were very cosy and comfortable. We had a Saturday evening meal in the pub and then Sunday lunch....

We have just had the best new year for a long time Met loads of lovely people (friends for ever) Entertainment was great Tommy the "turn" and what could I add about Anth as Elvis the most brilliant show night ever. Kim the chef is...

Myself and my husband have just returned home having spent our first, and definitely not our last, weekend at this absolutely gem of a little site. The facilities are spot on, well maintained site which was spotlessly clean. EHU with own water point, plenty of...

Railway inn is perfect for a holiday in Northumberland. Henry the owner goes out of his way to make you feel welcome but it's not just him his wife and all.the staff do the same . I'm back up there for New Year can't wait...

Since our last review of this little hidden gem, we have been back several times, each visit better than the last! Henry, Helen, Elizabeth & Bill make sure everyone who stays with them or just visits for a meal or drink feels like they are...

We've just arrived back from our sixth outing this year to the Railway Inn. It's been another great weekend meeting up with friends. As usual Henry and his team have made our stay perfect. The caravan pitches are nice and big, surrounded by hedges and...

We love visiting the site , always happy to accommodate our big group of friends , friendly staff , lovely food and great size pitches , we always have an enjoyable stay , can’t comment on toilet block facilities as we always just use our...

I should have read the reviews before booking, Not the most friendly of greetings, and bit awkward about the pitch considering Id booked a month and a half in advance. No big deal but it did set the tone. Ordered food from the bar. Steak...

Just returned home from another excellent time at the railway , food was tasty as always and although it was rather busy we still got served at the bar well We were told there would be a birthday celebration going on at our time of...

Although we were told there was a live band on Friday and Saturday night, they did not tell us that the music and noise would go on til 4-5am! Could not get any sleep! So many drunk people. We ate in the restaurant on the...

RELAXING ENTERTAINMENT FOOD DRINK the railway inn has it all! Toilet shower blocks kept nice clean and tidy All staff very friendly and helpful. I have already booked to come back in October cannot wait!

What a wonderful 3 night stay we had the owner Henry and his team always do the best for you thats why we always enjoy the Railway good music food excellent time once again till next time

I had booked to stay for 2 nights based on a recommendation from a friend. My friend had also booked for the time amount of time. She has a camper van and I have a 2 man tent. I was charged the same amount (£27.50)...

Lovely cottage spoiled by it's shabbiness. Dripping tap. Missing lightbulb. Worn headrest on leatherette chair. Broken shower door. Missing fridge shelf. Chipped crockery and glass. Curtains not hung correctly. Poor mattresses could feel springs. Laminate floor grubby. Kitchen worktop full of pan burn rings. Dingy...

We have visited the Railway Inn for meals a few times and can honestly say Henry and his team go to great lengths to provide a first-class experience & meal. We have also stayed at the park in our caravan, at £30 a night for...

Just finished a lovely week. 2nd visit and Henry,his family and the staff are brilliant. We were made very welcome and met some lovely friends and had some great nights We were leaving on Saturday when Henry has his entertainment on but I asked if...

Second visit with our family, staff goes above and beyond for you . The site has gotten better and the facilities are kept clean and tidy at all times We had dinner on Friday evening and steak night was fantastic! Nothing is too much trouble...

A small but perfectly formed site for touring caravan base with hard standing pitches and on pitch water and electricity. The site is immaculate with free, hot showers with no queues! The staff that run this site can’t do enough for you, very polite and...