The Cricketers Arms
48-50 Galgate, Barnard Castle · Hotel
View on Google MapsPhoto: The Cricketers Arms, Rickling Green
A traditional inn on Barnard Castle's Galgate, with a restaurant, bar and garden for exploring County Durham on foot or by bike.
What's nearby
- Coach & Horses next door
- Morrisons next door
- Andalucia next door
- Barnard Castle Cricket Club next door
- Barnard Castle 350m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.
About The Cricketers Arms
Barnard Castle is a market town in County Durham known for its walking and cycling routes, and it's here on Galgate that The Cricketers Arms makes its home. This is a traditional inn rather than a large hotel, with the pubby, sociable feel that comes with the territory, and it sits within easy reach of the town's pubs, bars and restaurants.
Rooms come with en-suite bathrooms and drinks available to bring back to your room, along with free WiFi throughout. The property has its own restaurant and bar for meals and drinks without needing to step outside, plus a garden for sitting out. A 24 hour reception covers arrivals at any time, and pets are welcome, so dogs can travel too.
There's no parking available at the property, so anyone driving will need to make separate arrangements in the town. Beyond the front door, Barnard Castle offers golf, cycling and walking country, along with entertainment and further places to eat and drink nearby, making the inn a straightforward base for getting out into County Durham.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 5:00 – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 5:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
People say this pub offers a great selection of beers, including real ale and IPA, and is an excellent spot for watching sports with multiple screens. They also highlight the friendly and welcoming staff, who are often described as going above and beyond to help guests. Visitors appreciate the fantastic atmosphere, often mentioning the friendly locals and the pub's dog-friendly policy.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- 48-50 Galgate, Barnard Castle
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Destination
- Barnard Castle