Battlesteads is a country inn with excellent Tripadvisor reviews situated in the peaceful village of Wark on Tyne. Originally built as a farmstead, today it combines the character of an old Northumberland pub with 22 en-suite bedrooms, excellent food and impressive green credentials, all surrounded by the beautiful countryside of the North Tyne Valley. There is plenty of appeal, from a cosy open fire to the sunny walled garden and conservatory, but sustainability sits firmly at the heart of the Battlesteads experience. The location is made for exploring. The River North Tyne is just a short stroll away, with Hadrian’s Wall, Kielder Water & Forest Park and Northumberland National Park all within easy reach. After dark, there is another reason to stay: Battlesteads has its own Dark Sky Observatory, offering guests the chance to discover Northumberland’s famously star-filled skies.
Battlesteads Wark on Tyne, Northumberland, NE48 3LS
- 22 bedrooms
- 22 bedrooms
Sustainable stays beneath starry skies
Facilties & Amenities
- Accessible Rooms
- Beer Garden
- Breakfast
- Cask Marque Accredited
- Dog Friendly Rooms
- Family Friendly
- Log Fires
- Parking
Bedrooms
Battlesteads has 22 comfortable en-suite bedrooms, with a good choice of accommodation for couples, families, friends and guests requiring good accessibility. The pub offers double, twin, family and superior rooms, while five lodges provide a more spacious option. Dogs are welcome on request, with prior acknowledgement while dedicated family rooms can accommodate up to four guests. Breakfast is available each morning.
Food & Drink
Food is a big part of the Battlesteads experience, with the pub making the most of fresh, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Much of the fruit, vegetables, herbs and salads is grown on site in the inn’s extensive kitchen gardens and polytunnels, bringing a genuine garden-to-plate element to the guest experience. The bar follows the same local and sustainable approach. There are handful of cask ales, including beers from local microbreweries, together with a carefully chosen range of organic, Fairtrade and biodynamic wines. When the weather is good, the walled beer garden is an inviting spot for a post-walk drink in the sunshine.
