The Bowes Hotel, Bardon Mill
About the Hotel
Rooms at The Bowes
The Bowes Hotel offers six letting rooms, each named after the pub's various historical names from the last 200 years. The Hare and Hounds is the smallest room, featuring a kingsize bed and views of the village green and Tyne valley; its en-suite has a walk-in shower. The Station has a twin aspect with views of the village green and Tyne valley, and a walk-in shower en-suite. The Greyhound, at the back overlooking the Pottery yard, has a kingsize bed, a flat screen TV, and a walk-in en-suite shower. The Bowes is a corner room at the back, and can be combined with The Sportsman to create a two-room family suite; its en-suite has a modern rain water shower. The Bowes - King-Superior-Ensuite with Shower has an original feature fireplace and walk in en-suite shower. Each room provides free WiFi, ironing facilities, and tea and coffee facilities. Rooms are accessed by staircase. Each room includes an en suite bathroom, desk, fire alarm with light, hairdryer, non-smoking, hypoallergenic bedding, hypoallergenic pillows, Freeview TV, heating - room controlled, soundproofing, emergency card / instructions, USB plugs / charging station, TV / movie streaming service, linen provided, blackout curtains/blinds, and lock on bedroom door(s).
Dining at The Bowes
Breakfast is served between 8 AM and 9 AM, featuring a full English breakfast in the dining room, with cooked, Continental, English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Meals are served from 12 PM to 7:30 PM daily; Sunday lunch is available from 12 PM to 4 PM during the winter and includes roast chicken or venison. A traditional Sunday lunch is also on offer. The Bowes Hotel has a restaurant and bar.
Leisure and Activities
Guests can play billiards and darts. Walking and cycling can be enjoyed. The hotel is a 10-minutes' drive from the Roman forts of Vindolanda and Housesteads, and one of the most dramatic parts of Hadrian's Wall. Vindolanda and Mr George's Museum of Time are cultural highlights. Many walks are available from The Bowes or nearby locations like Allenbanks and Haltwhistle Burn. Fishing for salmon and sea trout is available along the River South Tyne. Live excavations uncover details of ancient Roman Britain. Guests can relax in the garden. Hadrian's Wall is a unique monument.
Location & Access
The Bowes Hotel & Bar is in Bardon Mill, in the heart of Northumberland National Park and the central section of Hadrian's Wall. Newcastle and Carlisle are accessible via train, bus, and road links. The property offers walks and easy access to the A69. Trains run from Newcastle about every 2 hours. The nearest airport is 41 km from the inn and 49 km from The Bowes Hotel. Free parking and electric vehicle charging are available. The property is located near Housesteads Roman Fort (4 km), Grindon Lough (4 km), Crag Lough (3.5 km), Milecastle 39 (3.5 km), Milecastle 37 (4 km), Vindolanda (3.5 km), Sycamore Gap (3.5 km), and Hadrian's Wall (4 km).
Hotel Services
The Bowes Hotel offers free WiFi, baggage store, bike lock-up, and transport service. Housekeeping is daily. The pub is privately owned with local staff. The bar welcomes dogs, but they are not allowed with overnight guests. The hotel has free WhoIs Privacy Protection for the first year. A car is recommended. The Bowes offers free parking and electric vehicle charging. A children's menu and highchairs are available.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
Sports & Fitness
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Billiard tables
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Housekeeping
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Children
- Children's menu
Room features
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Location
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