String Of Horses, Carlisle (Cumbria) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Faugh, Carlisle (Cumbria), United Kingdom

String Of Horses is a traditional coaching inn established around 1659, situated in the picturesque village of Faugh. It lies near the World Heritage Site of Hadrian's Wall, the scenic Lake District, and the Scottish Borders. The inn retains many historical features such as oak paneling and open fireplaces. The location makes it a gateway to explore the North Lakes and surrounding areas.

Location

The inn is situated just 10 minutes from Carlisle and junction 43 of the M6 motorway, providing easy access to the surrounding region. Newcastle International Airport lies approximately 70 km away for those traveling from further distances. Guests can explore local attractions, such as the Solway Aviation Museum and the serene Gelt Woods.

Rooms

All guest rooms at String Of Horses feature en suite bathrooms and digital TVs. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee facilities, and free toiletries. Some rooms are designed for more than two guests, accommodating up to three adults. The decor combines traditional elegance with modern comforts, like parquet flooring and spacious seating areas.

Eat & Drink

The on-site restaurant serves a variety of high-quality traditional English dishes, alongside a few Latin American specialties and a diverse vegetarian menu. The restaurant is open Monday to Saturday, with a focus on fresh, local ingredients. Guests can enjoy their meals by the warmth of the open fires.

Leisure & Business

String Of Horses offers a business centre for guests who require meeting space or office amenities. The inn provides free Wi-Fi throughout the property and is well-suited for both leisure travelers and business gatherings. Nearby activities include golf, horse riding, and fishing.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Family Room

Max:

4 persons

23 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Superior Double Room

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2 persons

16 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Double Room

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2 persons

10 m²

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Getting around

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City Centre

Carlisle (Cumbria) 10.7 km

Airports

Carlisle Lake District (CAX) 11.1 km

Newcastle (NCL) 90.1 km

Bus

Bus stop 10.1 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Really good Cuisine!

“I was truly impressed by the meal at the bar. The cod loin with cockle and leek risotto was meticulously crafted, surpassing my expectations for pub food.” view full review

Immaculate Rooms

“My room was presented flawlessly. It was not only impeccably clean but also provided unparalleled comfort, making my stay incredibly pleasant.” view full review

Comfortable Oasis

“The bedrooms were so cozy and exceeded the pictures I had seen online. I loved the serene atmosphere that allowed for a restful night’s sleep.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
No pets allowed

Sports & Fitness

Cycling
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Faugh, Carlisle (Cumbria), United Kingdom

Map view

Faugh, Carlisle (Cumbria), United Kingdom

City landmarks

Toppin Castle

2.4 km

Tarn Lodge Tower Folly

2.2 km

Church of St Mary Magdalen

2.7 km

Corby Castle

3.8 km

Church

Church of St Peter

3.6 km

Church of St Paul

3.7 km

Gelt Woods

3.8 km

Church

Church of the Holy Trinity and St Constantine

4.0 km

Church

Saint Leonard Church

4.6 km

Talkin Church

4.7 km

Wetheral Church

4.8 km

Museum

Solway Aviation Museum

6.7 km

Church

St Martin's Church

6.5 km

Restaurants

String of Horses Restaurant and Bar

30 m

Faugh Heads Nook

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

74%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Cozy Atmosphere

Exceptional Service

Poor Dining

Limited Facilities

7.4/10

Very good

Rooms

8.3

Location

8.3

Service

9.0

Dining

5.0

David

United Kingdom, December 2023

7.0/10

The hotel is situated in a very beautiful area - an ideal spot to visit Lake District. The rooms offer a view over a vegetable patch and are cozy, although the floors were a bit creaky. The service was exceptional with staff who went out of their way to give excellent service. However, the dining experience was poor, with rotten fruit served, and the waitress not being very helpful. The location, despite being in a quiet area, was marred by it being in a strange pub. Nonetheless, the value for money was reasonable given the setting.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were cozy with a view over a vegetable patch, but the floors were creaky.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional with staff who went out of their way to give excellent service.

Location

7.0

The location, in a quiet area, was marred by it being in a strange pub.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was poor, with rotten fruit served, and the waitress not being very helpful.

Facilities

Richard

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.6/10

The hotel is situated in the lovely area close to Carlisle, offering a fabulous room with a huge bed and jacuzzi bath. The service was exceptional, going out of their way to provide excellent care. The location, in a fire-warmed pub with an incredible atmosphere, was truly delightful. Unfortunately, the dining experience was poor, with rotten fruit served and a lack of interest from the waitress, leaving a lasting negative impression.

Rooms

9.0

The room was fabulous with a huge bed and jacuzzi bath, accompanied by a big bathroom with a separate shower.

Service

9.0

The staff went out of their way to give excellent service.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in a fire-warmed pub with an incredible atmosphere, making it a truly delightful spot.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was poor with rotten fruit served, and the waitress lacked interest in providing a good service, leaving a negative lasting impression.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel provided basic facilities.

Cozy Atmosphere

Poor Dining

Lauren

United Kingdom, June 2023

7.6/10

The hotel is situated in a beautiful area and offers delicious food in the restaurant at night. The rooms overlook a vegetable patch with full bathrooms, but the floors are quite creaky. Service was exceptional with staff going out of their way to provide excellent service.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms provide a lovely view over a vegetable patch and come with full bathrooms with over bath showers. The only downside is the creaky floors.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch with the staff going above and beyond to ensure excellent service.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in a very beautiful area close to the Hadrian Wall sites in the Highlands of Scotland.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing as poor quality, rotten fruit was served, and the waitstaff lacked interest in helping. Not a good lasting impression.

Facilities

Scenic location

Poor dining