Birdoswald Accommodation, Brampton

Holiday Cottage: 6433 Cumbria

Birdoswald Farmhouse

Brampton
Quality in Tourist (Hostel) :   4 star
Cottage's own web site
The converted 17th Century farmhouse offers excellent 4* group hostel accommodation with breathtaking views of Cumbria and Northumberland.

The farmhouse which overlooks the remains of the Roman Fort has a maximum capacity of 39 people. For those wishing to stay self catering the kitchen is well equipped with a homely feel complete with an Aga, oak units and granite worktops.

For those wishing to stay full board breakfast consists of toast, cereal, fruit juice, tea and coffee. Packed lunches contain a freshly made filled roll, fruit, home made tray bake, and fruit juice. A variety of evening meals are available and freshly prepared by our housekeepers.

The Dining Room has traditional style wooden tables and benches, a television and DVD player.

Tea and coffee making facilities are provided within the kitchen for all catered guests.

The accommodation contains 7 bedrooms sleeping 3 to 8 people, many with original features and beautiful view over the remains of the fort. They consist of bunk beds, a wash basin, and full central heating.

A disabled bedroom with en suite facilities is located on the ground floor; all others have their own individual shower room near to the bedroom. A shower room consists of a toilet, wash hand basin and shower. All bedding is included.

The location is ideal for Walking Hadrian’s Wall; there is a lot to explore in the area including many Roman sites such as Chesters Roman Fort, Housesteads Roman Fort and Corbridge Roman Town.

Set within a 61 hectare estate with views over the Irthing Valley Birdoswald is the ideal base from which to explore the Lake District and Northumberland National Parks.

Go bird watching at a nearby RSPB reserve. Visit the nearby Historic town of Hexham or the Cities of Carlisle and Newcastle for shopping and much more.




Highlights
  • The Farmhouse is set within the walls of a Roman Fort.
  • Guests receive free entry to the adjacent Visitor Centre.

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Pictures
The Farmhouse Kitchen
The Farmhouse Kitchen
The Dining Room
The Dining Room
One of the Bedrooms
One of the Bedrooms
Views from the estate
Views from the estate

Facilities
Sleeps:   39
Bedrooms:   7
Cot Available:   No
Disabled Facilities: Yes.
We have 1 ground floor en suite bedroom
Linen Provided: Yes.
Bed linen is provided, guests are required to bring their own towels.
Pets Allowed: No.

Central Heating: Yes.
Fuel type: Oil
Open Fire: No.

Smoking Allowed: No.

Outdoor Facilities: Yes.
Guests staying in the accommodation receive free admission to the adjacent Birdoswald Roman Fort Visitor Centre during normal opening hours.
Local Services: Bus Access Stagecoach in Cumbria AD122 Carlisle - Hexham railway station(Apr-Oct).
Road Access 4 miles west of Greenhead off B6318. Signposted from A69 Carlisle-Hexham road at Brampton roundabout.
Train Access Brampton 8 miles, Haltwhistle 7 miles.


Directions
Bus Access:
Stagecoach in Cumbria AD122 Carlisle - Hexham railway station(Apr-Oct).

Road Access:
4 miles west of Greenhead off B6318. Signposted from A69 Carlisle-Hexham road at Brampton roundabout.

Train Access:
Brampton 8 miles, Haltwhistle 7 miles.
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Pricing and Opening Times
Seasons Open: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter.

Current prices are:
Self catering is £375 per night for hire of the whole building which sleeps up to 39 people. Also available for Christmas and New Year bookings (minimum of 3 nights) £460 per night self catering.

£49.50 per person per night full board which includes bed, breakfast, evening meal and packed lunch. For catered options the minimum group size if 15, maximum is 39

Prices are valid until 31/03/14.


Please note arrival times are 3.00pm onwards and departure time is 10.00am.

Awards and Accolades
Awards:
We have 5 stars from Environmental Health.

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