The Boatside Inn
A stone-built country pub and B&B nestled by the South Tyne River, offering delicious British fare, cozy rooms, and a warm welcome to all, including d...
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The Boatside Inn
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A stone-built country pub and B&B nestled by the South Tyne River, offering delicious British fare, cozy rooms, and a warm welcome to all, including dogs.
"A lovely welcoming traditional country pub and restaurant in a gorgeous location."
Weekday Visits Recommended
Consider visiting on weekdays or earlier hours to avoid crowds and ensure prompt service.
Dog-Friendly Amenities
Bring your dog along! They are warmly welcomed and even provided with water bowls.
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Cuisine
British Gastropub
Price
Mid-range
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Riverside Charm & Dog-Friendly Patio
Enjoy the cozy atmosphere by sitting indoors or outside near the South Tyne River, with ample space for furry friends.
Hearty British Fare
Indulge in classic British dishes like devilled kidneys and seafood pie, with Sunday roasts being a particular highlight.
Exceptional & Attentive Service
Experience service that goes above and beyond, with staff being prompt, friendly, and accommodating even during busy periods.
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Weekday Visits Recommended
Consider visiting on weekdays or earlier hours to avoid crowds and ensure prompt service.
Dog-Friendly Amenities
Bring your dog along! They are warmly welcomed and even provided with water bowls.
Book B&B Cottages Ahead
For overnight stays in the spacious and comfortable B&B cottage rooms, booking in advance is recommended.
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Weekday Visits Recommended
Consider visiting on weekdays or earlier hours to avoid crowds and ensure prompt service.
Dog-Friendly Amenities
Bring your dog along! They are warmly welcomed and even provided with water bowls.
Book B&B Cottages Ahead
For overnight stays in the spacious and comfortable B&B cottage rooms, booking in advance is recommended.
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The Boatside Inn is highly praised for its welcoming atmosphere, exceptional service, and delicious, well-presented food that offers great value. Guests consistently highlight the friendly staff and the beautiful location. While most experiences are overwhelmingly positive, a few diners noted limited vegetarian options on occasion.
"My family and I went for a meal at The Boatside Inn. We rang ahead of time to ensure our allergies could be catered for and they had a children's menu too.
We were served promptly and staff could not have done more for us.
All bar myself and the three little ones had starters. Then we all had main courses and desserts. The food was out of this world. So tasty and good portions. All was good homemade food including the condiments like the Tarte sauce.
The pub has a big outside playground for the kids to run off all that energy. Worked out at about £30 per person, which we were all impressed with.
Would recommend to anyone because it was a wonderful birthday present for me
Thank you all everyone. Keep up the good work"
Caren officially Karen pronounced car-ren Hussey
"Lovely welcoming traditional country pub and restaurant in a gorgeous location. Great service from friendly staff, and with food which is great value for money, I highly recommend a visit. I had the delicious fish and chips, so perfectly cooked with a lovely (gluten free) crispy batter, which was better than a lot of batters I’ve had before. Chips and mushy peas were cooked to perfection too. It was difficult to decide which dish to have in the first place as there was a great selection to choose from!"
Jo M
"We stayed here for 4 nights to attend a family wedding nearby. Our room (Quilter) was nicely decorated and furnished, clean, comfortable and spacious. Lots of drawers and hanging space, and an excellent shower in the en-suite.
Breakfast was really tasty (we had the small Northumberland) and there was a good choice on the dinner menu, again all well presented and tasty. My husband enjoyed the selection of real ales!
The staff, led by host Andy, were friendly, attentive and professional. Another plus is that dogs were made very welcome.
Altogether a joy to stay there and we would certainly return if we are in the area."
Vivien Farrow
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, The Boatside Inn is very dog-friendly and welcomes furry companions, even providing water bowls for them.
Yes, The Boatside Inn offers B&B accommodation in spacious and comfortable rooms located in a purpose-built annex next to the pub.
The pub is popular, especially during peak times. Consider visiting on weekdays or earlier to avoid crowds and ensure quicker service.
While the menu features many dishes, some guests have noted that the choice for non-meat eaters can be limited at times.
The pub has a substantial garden with a play area and outdoor seating, ideal for enjoying meals by the river.
Yes, guests rave about the 'out of this world' food, noting that many items, including condiments, are homemade.
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Absolutely wonderful place to stay for a weekend exploring the delights of Northumbria. A warm welcoming place to stay, we loved the atmosphere and the hospitality shown by the hosts James and Emma along with the wonderful boatside crew made it feel like a home from home. Celebrating our engagement on the ‘Wall everyone was so genuinely delighted and made it feel even more special with kind words and treats to help us both celebrate.
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A lovely inn at the end of a 2 mile walk along Tyne Green from Hexham and makes a great stop for food and drink before the walk back to Hexham. Water bowls are provided for those thirsty from the walk and a lovely wood burning stove to lie in front of to warm up on colder days. The food is excellent.
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Owner's Website The Boatside Inn - Warden, Hexham B&B 3 Rooms, 1 Double, 2 Twin, all En Suite. Purpose built stone annex with 3 apartments. Owner's Website The Grey Bull - Halwhistle B&B 4, Six different bedrooms, all with En Suite facilities.
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