Appleby Castle Hotel - Appleby-in-Westmorland

3-star historic castle hotel in Cumbria with one of the few intact Norman keeps in Britain

Accommodations

Appleby Castle offers 12 bedrooms and three holiday cottages, each with different layouts and antique furnishings. Room types include Norman chambers, four-poster rooms like The Clifford, and the Atkinson Super King in the turret. The cottages provide separate living spaces and are located across the courtyard from the main castle building.

Dining

The hotel has a 15th-century dining room where guests eat by candlelight. The menu includes starters like fresh garlic mushrooms decorated with flowers and pea shoots, and mains such as local lamb. A pianist plays during dinner, and the owner visits each table to speak with diners.

Activities & Grounds

Appleby Castle sits on 27 acres of grounds next to the River Eden. Guests have access to fishing, walking tours, and a games room with billiards and darts. The hotel also offers themed dinner nights and a picnic area on the property.

History & Tours

The castle has one of the few intact Norman keeps in Britain, dating back to the 12th century. Complimentary guided tours are available for guests, and the keep houses a museum with storyboards and artifacts. The hotel also offers a £10 self-guided tour of the keep for visitors.

Location & Nearby

Appleby Castle sits next to the River Eden in the Eden Valley, at the edge of the Lake District. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Appleby Rail Station and less than a 20-minute drive from Penrith town center. Nearby attractions include the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Lake District National Park, and Appleby Golf Club, which is 5 minutes away.

• Accommodations: 12 bedrooms and 3 holiday cottages with antique furnishings
• Dining: Candlelit meals in a 15th-century dining room with live piano
• History: One of the few intact Norman keeps in Britain with guided tours
• Grounds: 27 acres next to the River Eden with fishing and walking trails
• Location: 5 min walk from Appleby Rail Station, 20 min drive to Penrith