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About this property
A former coaching inn in the Forest of Bowland, The Spread Eagle in Sawley provides luxurious bed and breakfast accommodation in Lancashire’s picturesque Ribble Valley. With a cosy bar and restaurant and attractive garden, it offers free Wi-Fi and parking to guests. Each elegantly designed room at The Spread Eagle features individual furnishings, and some enjoy views of the nearby River Ribble. All have en suite or private bathroom facilities with complementary toiletries, as well as a TV, telephone and tea and coffee facilities. In addition to breakfast, the inn serves a variety of dishes for lunch and dinner. The menu includes soups and sandwiches, homemade pies, sharing platters, burgers and steaks, with a wide choice of vegetarian meals too. Five miles outside Clitheroe, The Spread Eagle is 30 minutes’ drive from Blackburn. Around 11 miles south of the Yorkshire Dales, Preston and Burnley are both 25-35 minutes’ drive.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Bar
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Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 double bed | ||
2 single beds and 1 double bed | ||
2 single beds or 1 double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 double bed and 1 sofa bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Karen
United Kingdom
“Lovely location, really nice hotel and great staff. Room overlooking the river was perfect and comfortable. Breakfast was great. Enjoyed our stay.” - Adam
United Kingdom
“The room was large and spotless, and the food was high-quality, served quickly and with great efficiency.” - Peter
United Kingdom
“Lovely spacious room (room 3) with views over the river. Evening meal was excellent and breakfast very good. We also very much appreciated the individual bicycle lockers in the car park.” - Rachel
United Kingdom
“Everything, from the building the decor the staff the food the accommodation and the sourounding scenery was just stunning. Would definitely visit again.” - Angela
United Kingdom
“This is a pretty building, nicely refurbished. Our room was really large, with a sofa space where we could sit and enjoy the view over the river. The well-stocked tea tray was a nice touch! We were delayed on our journey, yet the team stayed a...” - Nigel
United Kingdom
“Dinner was very tasty & served hot. Pump pot of warm(not hot)coffee at breakfast was unpleasant. Otherwise breakfast was good. Room(3) was large & very comfortable but lacked clothes storage & clothes hangers.” - Linda
United Kingdom
“Very friendly staff. After booking in went and had a drink, sitting outside by the river, very peaceful. Although a Tuesday night, the restaurant and bar were very busy. Food was excellent. Would definitely return.” - Craig
United Kingdom
“Wonderfully quiet location with welcoming staff and a room overlooking Sawley Abbey. Great value and had a fab breakfast. Would stay again!” - Elspeth
United Kingdom
“We loved the friendly staff. The room was spacious, clean, and comfy. They were very welcoming to George, our dog.” - Caroline
United Kingdom
“We had a lovely 1 night stay here , very nice Sunday lunch and the breakfast was delicious. Its dog friendly too 🐩😀”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Spread Eagle Inn
- CuisineBritish • Local
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

