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About this property
Set in an 18th-century coaching inn, The Anchor Inn offers free Wi-Fi, home-cooked food and luxury rooms with scenic views. The inn is situated in Whittonstall, on the border of Northumberland and Durham. The elegant bedrooms each have a marble bathroom with fluffy robes, a power shower and hair straighteners. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee facilities with mineral water. The Anchor Inn restaurant serves classic British cuisine using locally sourced ingredients. There are 2 cosy bars with exposed beams and stone walls, and hearty cooked breakfasts are available daily. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, The Anchor is a 30-minute drive from Newcastle Upon Tyne. There is free on-site parking, and Northumberland National Park is within a 25-minute drive.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Robin
United Kingdom
“Excellent in every respect - lots of little touches further enhanced the experience.” - Rachael
United Kingdom
“Great location lovely food plenty of choices and they are big meals great value for money” - Richard
United Kingdom
“The location is great. For us it was on our route.” - Marcia
United Kingdom
“Wonderful pub for our,stay, set in a beautiful location. Room was perfect with the comfiest bed we have ever slept in, staff were very friendly and helpful and the food was outstanding. A very enjoyable stay and we will definitely return again soon 😊” - Marybernadette
United Kingdom
“The room was very nice, and the bed was very comfortable, the view was to die for , the food was excellent and staff too, we asked for extra pillows and it was no problem” - Hadyn
United Kingdom
“It's the third time we have stayed at the Anchor, this time taking 2 class-mates from the 60's and their wives for a small reunion. Along with us, they were very happy with the Anchor. The food is exceptional, the staff friendly and welcoming,...” - Ronald
Germany
“The room had lots of space ,we slept sound in the King size bed,the fryed breackfast was good and the evening meal was super , A great view in to the valley” - Julie
United Kingdom
“Last minute booking and what an amazing place. Excellent from booking in to leaving. All staff brilliant and a credit to the place. Evening meal was exceptional and great portion sizes.. Breakfast was first class also.. Thank you to you all. We...” - Caroline
United Kingdom
“Staff were amazing really helpful Dan helped my husband with his tie and looked after him.would definitely recommend.” - Joanne
United Kingdom
“We booked 2 nights as we were going to healey barn for a wedding (which was fab by the way) the room was super comfortable which all usual facilities provided including a dressing gown each although didn't use. Only had breakfast one of the days...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineAmerican • British • Italian • Pizza
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




