Kings Head - Riverside Ravenstonedale
Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen · Hotel
View on Google MapsSmall riverside pub-hotel in the village of Ravenstonedale, deep in Cumbria's Upper Eden Valley, with just six rooms and a garden by the water.
What's nearby
- Riverside Golf Club 200m away
- Dinky Dales Nursery Ltd 250m away
- The Black Swan 400m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Debit cards
Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.
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About Kings Head - Riverside Ravenstonedale
Ravenstonedale sits among the fells and pastures of the Upper Eden Valley, and the Kings Head - Riverside Ravenstonedale makes the most of that setting with a garden running down towards the water and open countryside all around. This is a small, six-room hotel built into a traditional village pub, close to Kirkby Stephen and well placed for walking straight out into the surrounding hills.
Rooms are en-suite, with a couple adapted for accessibility, and guests can expect the practical extras of a proper local inn: breakfast, packed lunches and kids' meals on request, drinks brought to the room, and room service if you'd rather not move. Downstairs there's a bar and a games room, plus a spa and sauna for anyone easing off a day's walk, and free WiFi throughout. Free on-site parking is provided across the property's two floors.
Outside, the garden and outdoor seating look over the river, and fishing can be arranged nearby for those who want to try the water itself. The village has its own pub, bar and restaurant options within easy reach, and the wider Upper Eden Valley offers walking country in every direction. Pets are welcome, making it a straightforward base for exploring on foot with a dog in tow.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Tuesday
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Wednesday
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Thursday
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Friday
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
People say this pub offers delicious food, with highlights including the steak pie, Sunday roast, and fish and chips, all served in generous portions. They also mention the warm, welcoming, and cozy atmosphere, often enhanced by open fires and dog-friendly policies. Guests consistently praise the friendly, helpful, and attentive staff, noting their excellent service and accommodating nature.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen
- Good for children
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Destination
- Kirkby Stephen