North East England Tourism Awards – Pub of the Year Award
We are utterly delighted to have been shortlisted for the North East England Tourism Awards – Pub of the Year! It means so much to be recognised for the customer … Read more →
3 AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence!
The AA Hospitality Awards took place in London on Monday 22nd September 2025 and we are absolutely thrilled to announce that the Kirkstyle Inn was awarded 3 AA Rosettes! Achieving … Read more →
Restaurant Magazine – Flash Grilled : Connor Wilson
Restaurant Magazine interviewed Head Chef, Connor Wilson! Read the article to find out what Connor would choose as his last meal, his most overrated food, what dish he wishes he’d … Read more →
New Experiences and Concierge Services at The Old Rectory
Thank you Opulence Magazine for announcing our concierge service available to guests staying at The Old Rectory, and highlighting some of the amazing experiences guests can enjoy when staying with … Read more →
The Times and The Sunday Times Best Places to Stay 2025 – ‘Best Pub Stay’
We are incredibly proud to be named ‘Best Pub Stay’ and be included in the The Times and The Sunday Times 100 Best Places to Stay in the UK 2025. … Read more →
Connor claimed a ‘Rising Star’ at The National Restaurant Awards
We’re incredibly proud of our Head Chef, Connor Wilson, who was honoured with a ‘Rising Star’ award at the 2025 National Restaurant Awards in London. The ceremony, held at Borough … Read more →
Chuffed to be included in the FT’s Dozen Best British Pubs for a Winter Weekend
We are flattered and delighted to be included in the Financial Times’ Room at the Inn’ article where they reveal their twelve best British pubs for a winter weekend break. … Read more →
National Geographic Traveller – Best Pubs for Food
Great review in the The National Geographic Traveller UK and we are very proud to be in such great company once again. To take a look please click here.
In ‘The Times’ AGAIN!
We are over the moon to be included in The Times ’23 Cosy Pubs for Autumn’ line up, with such a flattering write up too. To take a look, please … Read more →
We’re in The Week’s Best New Hotels and Places to Stay in 2024!!
How chuffed are we to be amongst such great company in this wonderful article by The Week. The selection is from across the globe…. Italy, France, Menorca, Iceland, Kenya, Peru … Read more →
The Best 100 Pubs in Britain – announced in The Daily Mail
Top chefs and industry experts revealed the definitive list of cosy retreats, little-known gems and the best food and drink in every part of the UK in The Daily Mail … Read more →
In The Times….
We are very proud of our review in The Times, some great scores. A big thanks to Sean Newsom for visiting us and for such a glowing round-up. Thank you … Read more →