Victoria Inn, Alston, Cumbria

Victoria Inn, Alston, Cumbria

Victoria Inn
Front Street, Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3SE, GB
The Victoria Inn is a traditional town centre hostelry. Comprising of 8 rooms, offering a range of clean, comfortable, affordable bed and breakfast accommodation, from single to family rooms. Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty, directly on the Pennine Way walk, close to 'C2C' cycle route, the inn includes a bar and games area. There is also a restaurant offering a range of home cooked meals on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Both a full English or continental breakfast are offered each morning. Special dietary needs are catered for upon request. For those wishing to leave early a packed meal is available at no extra cost. With laundry facilities and a secure bicycle lock-up, the Victoria Inn is an ideal base for both walkers and cyclists, as well as bikers, tourists, contractors.

Guest Rating: 4.32/5

Rooms from: GBP25.00

Hotel Features & Facilities

• Bar
• Billiards
• Bowling
• Cycling
• Darts
• Family Rooms
• Fax/Photocopying
• Fishing
• Games Room
• Golf Course (within 3 km)
• Hiking
• Horse Riding
• Laundry
• Library
• Luggage Storage
• Meeting/Banquet Facilities
• Packed Lunches
• Restaurant

Hotel Directions

Alston town is situated right on the cross roads of the A686, A689 and B6277 roads. The Victoria Inn is easily located right in the very centre of the main Front Street (opposite the Post Office) on the B6277. By Car: From Newcastle City (A1) / Newcastle Airport: - Take the A69 west past Corbridge and Hexham. - Approximately 9.5 km (6 miles) past Hexham, take the A686 exit sign posted for Langley Castle and Alston. - Pass through Whitfield and continue on to Alston. - Upon entering Alston you pass a petrol station on your right. Take the next turn left into Alston town centre (B6277). - Traveling up the hill on to a cobbled street, bearing right, the Victoria Inn is located 50 metres on your right. From Penrith (Junction 40, M6): - From the M6 motorway island head east onto the A66 to the 1st island. - Take the 2nd exit and you are now on the A686 Penrith to Alston road. - Passing through Langwathby and Melmerby, proceed over Hartside top. - You will enter Alston over a stone bridge, passing a petrol station on your left and the Blue Bell pub on your right. Take the next right hand turn into Alston town centre (B6277). - Travelling up the hill onto a cobbled street, bearing right, the Victoria Inn is located 50 metres on your right. From the East A1 / M1 Scotch Corner: - From the A1 Scotch Corner exit, head east on the A66 towards Brough and Penrith. - Approximately 19 km (12 miles) further on, turn right onto the B6277 sign posted for Bernard Castle. - Continue on pass Bernard Castle, through Middleton-in-Teesdale over the moors and onto Alston. - Upon entering Alston down a hill you will past the Primary school on your left and shortly afterward a right hand turn towards Nenthead. - Proceeding down the hill passing the fire station on your right, The Victoria Inn is located 50 metres on your left hand side.

Room Information

All rooms are of a reasonable size, in relation to their type of occupancy. All rooms are centrally heated and include adequate storage for clothes and luggage by means of wardrobes and chest of drawers. All rooms are either fully en suite or, alternatively, have a hand basin with hot and cold running water, with mirrors and shaving points. Other facilities within the rooms include fan, bedside light and chair.

Area Information

Alston is reputed to be the highest Market town in the UK and is noted on the route of one of the 10 best scenic drives (the A686). The Victoria Inn is situated right in the centre of Alston town offering an ideal overnight stay for all. The 'C2C' cycle routes and the Pennine Way walk are right on the doorstep of Alston. Picturesque, varied and unspoilt countryside surrounds. Nearby attractions include: Seven Sisters Waterfall (500 metres) - picturesque natural water feature. South Tynedale Railway (500 metres) - this narrow-gauge steam railway offers a ride through the beautiful scenery of the South Tyne valley. Nenthead (7 km / 4.5 miles) - this 18th century purpose built industrial village was one of the earliest of its kind in Britain. Famous for its mining heritage, many miles of mines are still accessible today.

Hotel Policies

POLICIES: Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later, the first night will be charged. In case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged. Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome. All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 22.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 2. Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged. VAT and city/tourist taxes: 17.5 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable. Internet: No internet access available. Meal Plan: Full English breakfast is included in the room rate. Continental breakfast is included in the room rate. Parking: No parking available. Pets: Pets are not allowed. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

Check in: 15:30
Check out: 10:00