breakfast was served in nearby pub bar staff friendly food good

it was a little inconvenient the bar being closed on sunday 8th september

needed somewhere close to leeming bar and found the 3 coopers a warm welcome on my arrival, a clean bedroom with everything i needed

landlords and their two beautiful (one more excitable than the other) staffies who live in the bar (if you're not a dog person this place is not for you)

to the rooms when the bar was closed was up a very steep set of stairs

the bar was extremely busy and noisy

location in village centre free parking with disc ( available free at the bar) really good room overlooking the main street great facilities - comfy bed, fluffy towels, tea

the bar area had a nice atmosphere, a good choice of drinks

i was pushed for an answer it might be that because our room was above the bar and front door there was the faintest smell of cigarette smoke lingering in the curtains from

great friendly staff. great bar atmosphere.

immaculately presented, friendly and helpful staff, nice relaxed bar area and atmosphere

property, decent size room, opened with a card, clean bathroom with all it was needed, bar with very nice staff, considerable size car park

the staff are so friendly and so accomodating, nice bar with food available and we had a lovely breakfast

40 and bar customers quite audible

no complaints, maybe the bar could have stayed open later. but thats all.

rooms we had no issues with any noises from downstairs despite being directly above the main bar area & entrance

lovely rooms, cozy bar area and restaurant

first impressions really do count and the lady working behind the bar when we arrived was so so friendly and welcoming

fabulous food and great local ales at the bar - great atmosphere - a rare find

great food - bar food and breakfast family room - large bathroom, cosy room location - great location with

we had a very pleasant meal in the restaurant one evening and a delicious snack in the bar the following evening

fridge so that we could have fresh milk for drinks/breakfast, which we could access more from the bar when needed

evening meal was really good,had pre drinks in bar with log fire

the lady behind the bar was so lovely and helpful

eat in bar with dog so although dogs allowed on property this meant travelling elsewhere to eat as

the black horse has an excellent bar with bar seating (rare again these days) a real fire, and a local clientele as well as the

menu; our meal choices during our stay were all delicious; which goes show why the restaurant and bar were fully booked and busy during our stay

even though room was above the bar it was quiet

we ate in the bar area for dinner and the food was absolutely delicious

lovely bar and restaurant very friendly

cosy bar environment with good real ales

bar staff were friendly and chatty, especially for

would have been better if there was a separate area in the bar where we could have sat without dogs and their owners

lovely comfort rooms with en-suite tv and drink facilities breakfast was very nice food in the bar

the bar was fine

restaurant food is good but it would have been nice to have had the option of smaller, cheaper bar meals in the evening

the bar was well stocked with well kept theakston's ales and the evening meal in the restaurant was

presented accommodation with a great bar and restaurant, oh, the welcome was warm and friendly

lovely four poster bed and lovely bar and restaurant

had to go through the side of the bar area to reach stairs to our rooms but this was unavoidable and not a real problem

the food was excellent and the bar was great

the meals in the bar and restaurant were great, lots of choice and well presented

the food in the bar was fresh, well cooked and generous in portion size

bar closed a little to early at night, but i do understand that if no one else is in it’s not

the bar area has a cosy wood burner with an excellent menu to hand - could not ask for

lovely warm welcome, lovely staff, amazing food. comfy, warm and clean rooms, bar and restaurant

restaurant quality food at bar prices friendly staff

were brilliant, food at breakfast and evening was excellent, rooms was spacious, clean and the bar had 5 real ales to choose from, perfect

the bar had plenty of choice and local hand pulled beers, the dining area is very clean and comfortable

atmosphere in the bar fabulous

food and ambiance in the dog friendly bar was perfect

bar meal was lovely

the bar is card only and i prefer to have the choice of paying by card or cash.

having to pay by card in the bar for drinks, no cash accepted at all.

rooms well presented, food in the bar is good and dog friendly

down in the bar the menu was varied and the service excellent and friendly

lovely atmosphere in bar and nice food

bar serves was again excellent friendly staff again

we will certainly be back to stay ,such a friendly atmosphere in the bar with visitors from throughout the uk

on arrival scott was serving in the busy bar area

the main bar in the house could do with re-stocking - no amaretto or drambuie

we had a drink in the terrace bar which was lovely - we just wish it had been warm enough to sit outside as it was a beautiful

to walk round the hotel to find someone to order a drink, bar sometimes not attended resulting in pressing a button and waiting and on occasion waiting long

the new terrace bar provided a lovely way to unwind and excellent food

it is the guests discretion to tip or not, and to describe it as terrace bar is misleading as we hadn t even drink at the bar

evening meals in bar were great

at the bar for drinks seemed a little expensive compared with other establishments in the area, but all in

room was very comfortable and quiet despite the bar being very busy

staff behind the bar in the evening

friendly staff who coped well when the bar & restaurant were very busy

the bar was really nice with a great atmosphere

the hotel bar is cosy and you also have the option of sitting outside

the hotel was in a great location, the restaurant was and bar was very quirky with nice interior

we enjoyed a drink in the bar area whilst our room was ready

drinks at the bar are quite pricey, but it is such a homely atmosphere it ends up being worth it

the bar staff were very friendly, as were the locals

dog bobbie says she didn't like that i wouldn't let her say hallo to every single person in the bar / breakfast room on our way

the bar staff,the food

and friendly, a good atmosphere throughout our stay cracking food and a good menu, beers at the bar were good condition and very tasteful

nice comfy bed, crisp sheets, nice bar and good food

friendly welcome, quirky room names, lively bar with live music and great breakfast

some reason there was only one cup in the room but we were above the bar so could of got another one if we asked i m sure

lovely friendly bar with excellent real ale - best pint of landlord i've had in ages

we had drinks in the bar every evening and there were live bands and karaoke on

little place, very nice room, heard music and noise from the bar below but 11pm everything was quiet

we even had an impromptu magic act at the bar from one of the regulars

cosy bar downstairs and plenty of parking in the market square opposite

the food was amazing and the staff very welcoming, the bar was buzzing with people which made for a lovely, cosy atmosphere, it is obviously popular with

we ate in the bar both nights fish and chips the first night steak and pie the second, we also had breakfast both

bar and restaurant area also well laid out and food was excellent quality, i had the homemade pie

great room great food and bar excellent stay

of coffee in the room

the welcome was very warm, the bed was comfortable and the meal in the bar was excellent

lovely old bar area

right near everything and the rooms were perfect danny the bar manager was great with

eat water pressure) great bar and very friendly staff!

staff in reception , the bar and restaurant all so helpful and friendly

lovely room and bathroom

2 night stay at the fleece hotel, room really comfortable, fantastic breakfast, lots of choice, bar is lovely for a beverage or 2

for the fleece hotel guests a nearby bar plays loud music outside until closing time which could put guests off a possible return visit

the bar and restaurant are also great--nice variety of breakfast dishes in particular

the hotel was new and very nice, the bar was very well stocked, food was amazing rooms were beyond what we expected

place to stay nice bar area/restaurant nice and central to all the shops and bars would definitely recommend it to all

the building exterior is lovely and the interior bar and dining areas are stylish and very comfortable

no baileys behind the bar so limited cocktail availability

good bar and evening food

beer at the bar was in a good price, good temperature

the bar was really comfortable, well stocked and the staff were really accommodating and friendly

clean comfortable hotel with a great restaurant and good bar central in the main street so convenient

a little more up to date music in the bar area

lovely bar and friendly staff

great access and through side entrance so no need to go through bar or restaurant when coming and going

they have a lovely lounge bar to sit in, very comfortable

is noise from bar below but they provide ear plugs and it did not bother us but might not be suitable for small

excellent fish and chips from the bar restaurant, crisp chips and a light batter on the fish, not at all greasy, so compliments to

service,fantastic food ,very clean rooms excellent bar staff

bar staff friendly and welcoming on check in

the staff were all very welcoming, especially the girls working in the bar and restaurant who were incredibly friendly and attentive throughout our stay

friendly and welcoming owners and staff

very well stocked bar for a small pub

excellent value , lovely bar area and first class food

the bar area is lovely and spacious with everything you need for the meals etc

breakfast, comfy room with lovely shower, we had a meal in the bar in the evening and it was fantastic, staff were professional and polite at all times

bar has a good choice of beer and the staff were both friendly and helpful

nice ambiance, cosy armchairs in the bar area

the bar ladies and waiting staff were friendly and

good and well stocked lounge bar services

staff were fantastic, we had table service in the bar and the evening food was tasty, filling and reasonably priced, breakfast was amazing and on

while dripping wet you have to walk into the carpeted bar and ask someone to fill your bottle up

service by all staff, reception, bar staff and restaurant staff

stayed monday night and the bar was closed

bar and dining area closed at 9pm on saturday night and didn’t seem to be open at all on

and all their staff were friendly and professional, the rooms were immaculate, the restaurant and bar area was warm, cosy and very comfy

decor is modern but inviting and at this time of year they light the fire in the bar making it a place to relax and enjoy

food was excellent and enjoyed in a lively bar area

( i m fussy about my pillows) there was a great ambiance in the bar and (+) lady behind the bar and serving meals was polite and friendly (+)a really nice place lovely room , the barman was very pleasant and helpful i also liked the wood burner in bar nice and cosy (+) we arrived met by a lovely lady on the bar who showed us to our room (+) all the staff i met were also lovely, including the staff in the bar the night i arrived and in the morning with breakfast (+)staff, great room, lovely bar and restaurant (+) the bar staff were lovely, our room was clean, modern & just beautiful (+)clean and cosy and good power shower and quiet and very warm at night :-) the gentleman behind bar was really kind and helpful & the dinner was brilliant

location for our trip to a wedding very comfortable bed, great breakfast and alex was great host

the owner also was helpful direct to what we needed to do transport car parking he was very helpful

easy parking

wifi was a bit dodgy.

a good meal started the day, and when we returned after exploring, a couple of drinks at the bar meeting the locals and an excellent supper, finished the day off perfectly

lovely warm (from wood fire) bar with all ales well kept, music not too loud

keith and lesley (and barney the dog) were fantastic hosts who went above and beyond

ambience in the restaurant is nice and romantic, very good food then in the winter sit in the bar in front of the open fire, fabulous breakfast

very hospitable bar and very friendly locals too

bar was tiny and had people eating in there, might be nice if this area was for drinks only

comfortable bar and lounge area, and great and ‘quirky’ rooms

disappeared and bar closed before midnight without any notice

excellent food in restaurant for evening meal and breakfast was delicious with good choices

breakfast is far the most outstanding of breakfast we have had in any hotels we have stayed at in

owner and staff friendly and helpful and nice bar and food was excellent

very enjoyable food in the bar downstairs both in the evening ( yes currently they do evening meals on mondays unlike some

we were warmly welcomed by the bar staff

the room was quiet with easy access to the carpark and the bar etc

but they opened the bar early which was appreciated

very helpful bar staff. pleasant chap serving lovely breakfast

the bar staff were so welcoming

excellent pub,good beer, tremendous bar food, need a wi-fi extender

landlord has been there years, they all work hard and are so friendly too, good grolsch in the bar

and flexible host, great breakfast and most important good beer at bar

cant think of anything that would improve - except maybe something to cool down the bar area of an evening when it is

it would be good to have a hand rail/grab bar by the door, for anyone with poor mobility

food and drink in the inn were excellent and on a busy evening joe in the bar seemed to be everywhere at once seeing to the needs of the clientele always with courtesy and a

nice little room, lovely bar at the b&b and great staff.

from the bar staff to the waiting team it was like being in a michelin restaurant

excellent breakfast and good bar prices.

very few minutes walk from ripon square, where there are lots of restaurants, cafes, and a tapas bar (which is really excellent)

you were always welcome to sit in the bar and use wifi there, even when it was closed to the public

hot summer evening the evening with the other residents we all got a few drinks from the bar and sat down and chatted won't forget this place i highly recommend it

it has been taken over by a new manager who is excellent. bar staff are excellent.

the breakfast was as lovely as ever and the drinks in the bar the day before relaxed and well presented with great choice

in the evening there is also a cocktail bar open to guests even if they are not dining at the restaurant

harry and james in the clubhouse provided exceptional dinner/ bar service

neve in the cocktail bar awesome she was funny and can make any cocktails you want even if it s not on the menu we

ridiculous drinks prices which seemed to varey depending on which bar you were in and the lack of brands from bar to bar, but were still charged top price for the

slow service at check in, the bar and restaurant

a lovely hotel, good food and bar very comfortable room

bar was lovely and really good food

beautifully decorated for christmas inside and lovely bar area

it has a really good bar area with plenty of seats available for food & drinks

lovely setting and beautiful inside. particularly the bar and restaurant area

the bar and communal areas where very comfortable and well kept

staff from bar to cleaners were exceptionally polite and eager to help in any way

i stood at the bar 45 minutes waiting to be served

nice wedding venue. comfortable bar area. nice breakfast

the bar area is comfortable and friendly with an excellent selection of drinks, teas, coffees and

did not book breakfast as too pricey, should be included in the price of this room drinks in bar very expensive

excellent location. really well kept, clean and great bar and restaurant

great, no in fact fabulous food - we had a bar meal and breakfast

the walls of the bar and restaurant display historic photos of the hotel and staff over the past century, and a

the bar is so cosy, with a roaring fire

ed by the locals) and a lovely warm room with a hot shower in the accommodation area

there is a great selection of drinks from the bar including real ale which i love

bar area was quaint and oldie world with a good range of drinks

we ate in the bar two nights, food was really good, can especially recommend the belly pork

excellent friendly bar staff really helpful guide for getting around. breakfast 10 out of 10

the bar is cosy and comfortable whilst the restaurant food is excellent

location and premisis were just right. bar and resturant very good

left on, i must have been in too much of a rush to get showered, changed and down to the bar which is very well stocked

breakfast hampers were great, and the bar is lovely + super friendly staff

we went downstairs to the pub bar and had drinks and food

the staff serving us at dinner and behind the bar were lovely, really friendly and so helpful with directions to ripon racecourse where we needed

hosts,fabulous breakfast and when we ate in the bar evening the food was some of the best we've had anywhere

lovely well decorated room, nice bar and restaurant area. food was amazing.

wifi not always available

the new owners have done an excellent job in refreshing and remodelling parts of the hotel, bar and restuarant

the atmosphere was fantastic and we loved the relaxed and cosy atmosphere in the bar on an evening

drive and despite being very busy we had a wonderful welcome - quick check-in and taken to the bar to order our food

was gorgeous had the vegetarian, loved the bar area ,food smelt lovely when we arrived ,would have eaten there but we had already eaten ,would

toooooo many dogs in the bar area.

my only complaint would be that there should have been more staff and the bar area wasn t very welcoming, the table and chairs out of place in such an old building, also

there is a bar menu now but that is more sandwiches and nibbles than meals

decorated very modern with a lovely contemporary bar area

no bar in the hotel

we ate in the bar in the evening and the food was excellent and then enjoyed a delicious english breakfast the

we were able to put the children to bed before heading to the bar in the main building for a quick pint

the bar was very friendly at night

be more friendly staff behind the bar didn’t speak much kept them self to local people shame really as pat was really

the bar was friendly and welcoming

wifi signal did not reach my room, and only seemed available inside the bar and dining room

the evening bar meals and breakfast were delicious

friendly staff - bar food and cleaning staff were very easy to speak with

was so busy and where unable to get in for an evening meal on 2nd night and bar staff was run of their

the bar food and breakfast were spot on

great breakfast as always and lovely bar meals available in both hotels

extended bar hours for considerate guests

pecially the tomatoes ud83dude02) evening meal was good and the bar had a great selection of drinks

fantastic food both in evening at the bar & wonderful breakfast

the food is great, the staff in the bar & restaurant are so friendly and welcoming and the location is

we ate in the bar for our evening meal it was very good

comfortable and welcoming bar area with attentive, friendly staff

once you have finished your evening meal there are plenty of areas to retreat to, a lovely pub bar or quiet areas with books and beautiful fires to warm yourself on

it was served in the bar which is a bright airy, convivial space

staff were all friendly and efficient through bars and restaurant

very comfortable and well maintained. great bar and restaurant. very good food and service.

although dogs are not allowed in the restaurant section they are welcome in the hotel and in the bar where they can serve breakfast and meals

spacious room with lounge area, restaurant, bar area and outside seating area.

centre, we had a few drinks back at the hotel as was some guests finishes drinks off in the bar and we was made feel welcome for a drink

everything together and making sure everyone is happy including running the reception, the bar and cooking and serving meals

the receptionist, lesley, was very hardworking, manning reception, the bar and cooking the evening meal

nice bar with good choice of beers and wines

bar toilet hand dryer wasn't working during our stay

a nice mixture of old style bar and restaurant, but with enough modern feel to please all comers

the staff couldn't have been more friendly

ross the board from bar staff to waiters to management to cleaners), going out of their way to help us and make us feel

staff were great, especially the bar staff . food was lovely. gorgeous breakfast .

staff were great. breakfast was fab. very cozy bar and restraunt. rooms perfect

very nice bar area

the room was great and bar area was really nice to sit and chill

deserve a big mention every single member of staff we came into contact with from spa to all bar staff were so happy and helpful they are a credit

good food and fairly priced for bar meals

bar prices

all of it food amazing bar fab happy hour even better 1pint if lager 4 or 2 -4- 5 fab

t everyone eats crisps) and more reasonable pricing of the snack options provided on

friendly staff & nice surroundings good location for travel great bar lovely breakfast

favourite hotel in darlington, upgraded lovely meal in the restaurant drinks in the bar excellent service fantastic friendly

if there had been a bar menu, we would have dined at the hotel

couldn't sample the bar food because of dietary problems, but menu sounded great

lovely bar downstairs

fantastic bar downstairs, no noise from it

only thing i would suggest is to change the bar that holds the shower curtain as it falls down.

above a pub but once checked in there's a separate front door so you don't need to go into bar unless you want to

breakfast included but due to work commitments & the comfiest bed i think i have ever stayed in bar my own- i kept having that extra 15 minutes until i'd those 5 minutes

noise from the bar below - can’t be avoided, but it’s the sign of a good pub!

the bar served a very good range of products including a very well kept 'landlord' bitter

the rooms, food, and the bar is first class.

the bar was very welcoming and all the staff were very friendly and accommodating

after a visit to the now very famous barnard castle which is only a short drive away it was back to the hotel for dinner

nice bar to sit and relax in

just needed an overnight stop. clean room, good bar and great breakfast! ,

he came in the bar and into the breakfast room

a very limited, mostly no signal, for my mobile and i couldn t connect to the wifi at any time, bar staff said it was poor weather conditions in the area

bed was great. bar looks cool. nice vibe

very helpful staff, great restaurant and bar on the ground floor

a gem of a hotel , fabulous location quirky bar area , staff were amazing very friendly and welcoming and the food was fab , bathroom and

nice rooms. good bar and restaurant. very friendly staff. great location so close to the centre.

the food is excellent,wonderful bar where you feel quite comfortable as a woman travelling alone

lovely room, cozy bar and restaurant in a great location

on a number of occasions, staff always friendly & helpful, rooms recently modernised, excellent bar meals & breakfast

little find, stunning rooms, bar and restaurant

refurbished to a very high standard - excellent bar and restaurant food menu is great and all very reasonably priced - will definately stay here

nice ambience in the bar and dining area

good location and nice lounge bar area

kyle was the bar tender and recommended bars to go to as we were there to celebrate a big birthday and wanted a

staff and bar was lovely

spacious room, blackout curtains, nice bar downstaires

and all nearby restaurants bars and shops

really nice people ud83dudc4d neil on the bar was a legend ud83dudc4d

friendly staff in bar area. great food and beers

room and bar was warm and friendly

and there is a happy atmosphere around the bar also

nice quiet bar to sit it

breakfast snack of juice muffin and granola bar and of course coffee

nice touch with the breakfast boards in our room, muffin, apple, breakfast bar and bottle fresh orange

there's tea & coffee making facilities in the room and breakfast provided was muffin, a cereal bar and an apple, with bottles of juice and water, which was very much appreciated

spotless rooms, great facilities and a lovely bar downstairs

little bit noisy until bar closed

social distant markings for the bar etc

having a restaurant and bar onsite was ideal for a solo traveller, especially those in search of a good yorkshire pudding

both the bar and restaurant areas are lovely to relax in

i cant put in a dislike comment box that the bar is only open thursday to sunday as that would be a preference to eat there and not a dislike,

the bar is shut when not serving food

staff were great, really made us feel welcome food in the bar was varied and great quality

nothing around so very good if you want peace and quiet , but busy enough with lovely bar attached to hotel

staff were very nice the bar and the restaurant were very cozy lovely place to have a drink or something to eat will go

very freindly staff had lovely evening meal in bar room very clean and tidy

friendly professional welcome, excellent dinner in the bar and a good breakfast

iversity student) behind the bar and at breakfast was extremely helpful

wifi in the bar only? surely it could extend to the rooms.. but thats only nitpicking!

spotlessly clean, lovely bar and restaurant, helpful staff and the breakfast was fabulous

young gent

we were welcomed into a clean and vibrant bar area, then assisted to our room with genuine enthusiasm

clean tidy new bar manager

the receptionist/ bar staff member was super friendly and even though there was something not working in the room and

time in the bar the singer was excellent halfway through we got free shots, nice gesture

the bar staff were very helpful in organising us a taxi

location, staff, room, bar and value for money

spacious comfortable room. good staff. nice bar and restaurant.

room we had was in a purpose built annexe away from main bar and restaurant which was really good

dogs are allowed in the bar and bedrooms

beautiful restaurant and bar and a lovely comfortable bedroom.

everyone here is warm and friendly from the manager the bar staff the waitress and even the gardener this really was a fabulous place to stay , sadly we

bar and restaurant staff were also very friendly, got the impression that nothing was too much

warm welcoming staff, nice cosy bar and restaurant

the food i had. the best fish n chips bar none !! thanks

dinner in the bar was fabulous and service was excellent

service both in the bar & resturant

we had a lovely dinner in the bar - fish and chips highly recommended

few miles outside of barnard castle

hotel was very dog friendly with the exception of the restaurant however the bar also serves food

loved the dickens bar and gardens too

if travelling with a dog, the bar is ideal for dinner, and the staff there were also excellent

dinner was divine and the bar is relaxing and the background music helps you unwind

bar staff and restaurant staff are fantastic, the reception staff could not be more accommodating

all good. bar prices could have been a bit more reasonable

a very pleasant bar with lots of nice nooks

comfortable bar and public spaces

we ate in the bar every night

informal atmosphere, lively bar area, softly lit with candles

and comfortable room friendly staff great bar log fire choice of local ale

lovely and warm with log fire in the bar making it cosy, just perfect after waking to a heavy snowfall

the room was spacious and quiet and the bar and dining area was great, food particularly

property has had a revamp in their reception area and downstairs bar area which is an improvement

nice bar/restaurant and food was very nice

i can't praise the staff highly enough they were all amazing especially ashley in the bar and

bar only had two choices of lager, fosters and birra moretti

drink prices in the bar were a little on the expensive side, some of the drinks cost nearly 10

bar and a really good restaurant for dinner and breakfast staff were exceptional, would definitely

situated for the dale's,great food the breakfast certainly set us up for the day,the large bar area had plenty of beer choices

the location in the center of the village. parking in back and a remodeled bar and dining area.

room was lovely, such a nice place to relax. the bar and restaurant were great too.

the bar is obviously popular with locals and this is an indication of its friendly atmosphere

we had dinner in the bar - a delicious beef and ale pie washed down with a pint of black sheep bitter

bar and lounge areas have had a lovely refurbishment since our last visit

food in the bar which was a little noisy and crowded

loved the extremely high standards and quality of the hotel, as well as the bar and restaurant and free entry to the castle grounds

the food served in the bar and for breakfast was absolutely delicious and exquisitely presented and very reasonably priced