The Inn At Whitewell

First visit won’t be out last. Rooms are exceptional, spacious, loads of character, high quality furniture and fittings and very comfortable. Service was 5 star from most staff just a couple of lapses particularly at breakfast, clearing tables etc. Location stunning but maybe too remote for some. Delicious food and excellent good value wine list. Overall excellent.

Every time we eat at the restaurant we say it's the best place we come to. Everything about it is magical, set in a stunning area, the old hunting lodge has such a wonderful atmosphere, both day and night. The food is amazing without being overpriced. The service as soon as you walk up to the bar is outstanding. If I could go every week I would

We visited today for Sunday lunch. Let’s just say it was absolutely sublime. Despite being very busy, we were seated promptly (booking advised!). The starter of game terrine and then the lamb were absolutely great quality. It’s so refreshing to find a pub with great food and a wine menu which any wine lover could spend days looking over. Would highly recommend. You won’t be disappointed.

We were so looking forward to our Christmas day lunch. It was rushed,dried and if iam very honest extremely poor. The best part of the lunch was the soup. When you spend near to 1k with drinks for lunch on Christmas day,forgive me but I do expect more for three people. We did email. However, we were brushed off and told However spikey a private email I may add was,that he accepted it. My Christmas lunch was inedible but the soup was wonderful. Maybe ,perhaps reimburse us for the main courses and starters instead of an email apologising saying we will try to do better. How very rude.

Met with friends for lunch. Being a true Yorkshire man I felt the menu looked a tad pricey, however the portions were more than ample and the food was exceptional. All the staff were extremely friendly and very professional. The restaurant and bar with flagstone floor have an original coaching inn ambiance and the most rural setting is stunning with panoramic views across the river and up the fell. If it’s good enough for the King then it’s good enough for me!

We loved our stay in this beautiful Inn in the middle of the gorgeous Lancashire countryside. We started our stay off with a long walk, first crossing the river on rocks (carefully) and heading through the pasture above. We even made our way through local cattle being moved into their enclosures. It was the perfect tonic for our car travel. The dinner that night in the Inn was delicious and our room had an old-fashioned, welcoming comfort that made for an excellent night's sleep. I highly recommend this stop for any traveler who wants to step back in time and enjoy some charming country life!

Somewhat overwhelmed when we arrived on a Sunday afternoon, to see the hotel extremely busy, however we were swiftly and pleasantly checked into room 7 overlooking the river. The room was beautiful, clean, comfortable, an oasis of calm at a very busy time. We were advised this was a usual Sunday! Fortunately we didn’t see as many people again during our stay. The location and the staff are what sets this place out on its own. The decor, cleanliness food and grounds did not disappoint. If you want to step back in time, with all the modern comforts, this is the place to stay.

Just returned from a wonderful stay. Of course the setting is spectacular and the inn sits beautifully in the landscape. The staff made our visit special from the moment we arrived. Friendly helpful efficient, we wanted for nothing. We found the inn and our room to be spotlessly clean, yet full of character. We were in room 11 and loved the expansive river view. The bedding was fantastic, and lovely toiletries and bathrobes provided. We enjoyed all our meals and the wine list is amazingly good and we thought well priced. Little things like the homemade jams, marmalade and chutney made it extra special. The tea and scones delivered to our room a nice touch. The food offerings matched the traditional nature of the inn. It does get extremely busy, especially at lunchtime. The bar area in particular can get noisy with lively conversation and larger parties. The staff willingly moved us into the restaurant when it became a little too much!|Can highly recommend the spa service within the hotel. We both thought we had the best facial we have ever had.|You have good young servers who may benefit from experiencing the menu items themselves. It would enhance their ability to converse with guests. |It is an inn in the best comfortable British tradition. We loved it and we'll be back!

Gorgeous little place, hidden away in the Lancashire countryside. They only do lunch between 12pm and 2pm and despite the remote location it gets busy. Parking can be tough too, so arrive early. The Inn itself is a quintessential English inn with roaring fires. Dogs are welcome, so expect to see a few nestled at the feet of their owners. Also expect to see a stack of wellington boots and walking shoes in the hall, and probably a crowd of wedding guests since it's a popular spot for weddings. The bar food is great - well cooked and tasty traditional and local. I had the fish pie, Sparky had the "bangers and champ" which was definitely the starring dish. This place featured in the first episode of "The Trip" featuring Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon, but don't let that make you think it's stupendously expensive. At lunch time, main courses are between £10 and £15. Meals in the restaurant are more expensive than the bar (say £20 - £30 per main) but it's still not ridiculously expensive. The only thing stopping this place from getting 5 stars is that I'm not a fan of the ordering system. You have to help yourself to a menu and then tell the bar your table number. This is a place with some serious class, and given how busy the bar gets it would really benefit from table service.

We stayed at this Inn, as we were visitng family close-by (not too close mind you, there really is nothing in Whitewell, except a church, and well this place!). I think there are 20+ rooms here and the bedroom pleasant, with modern but traditional furnishings. A old-fashioned dial telephone, and bookshelf of authentic old books sat alongside my bose radio. Anyway the views from the outside patio and restaurant are breathtaking, especially at sunset, overlooking the river Hodder and hills of farmland. I think you can fish here for a small fee if staying in the hotel. We ate in the restaurant and the food was great, I had chicken pate, followed by melt in your mouth fillet of beef. There is a wide range of drinks on offer, and the shop Vintners sells plenty of wine, alongside Molton Brown products, which are also used in the rooms. Lovely little place, worth the trek.

Stayed for three days due to business, great facilities, lovely rooms, and a very warm welcome. Rooms have everything you could need from peet fires, to Bose music systems, fantastic views over the river. Bar and restaurant are fantastic, cant say anything negative.

Inn at Whitewell is situated on the River Hodder. It offers seven miles of salmon, trout and sea trout fishing and 6 acres of views down the valley. It is astonishing. The wine list is exceptionally good as is the food quality and the staff are very friendly and courtious.

This is a true English country inn and has traditional accommodation to a very high standard. I have stayed in the coach house and it has an original Victorian Shower and bath which are just beautiful. The food is an excellent standard and this is a very popular place to eat for 'ladies who lunch', though it is a casual place with stone floors and open fires. Many sports cars and expensive 44's are often parked outside and many people inside are wearing their designer wellies!! there are nice walks in the area and visiting here can make a great day out. walk down to the river and walk accross the stepping stones.

Excellent setting for this pub, inn, restaurant, wedding venue or whatever it chooses to be to be quite honest. A huge building situated in one of the most picturesque parts of the surrounding area. Recommended beers, ales and great food!

Sitauted in lovely surroundings. We went to a wedding here and it was amazing. The food was great, the views were great and the rooms brill

Great authentic country Inn,in stunning countryside. Outstanding food in a rustic setting. The fish pie is a signature dish and to be reccommended. The chapel next door makes it a popular wedding venue in summer. The rooms are very difficult to get, as they are booked months in advance.