The Black Swan
Ravenstonedale CA17 4NG England
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Gorgeous, Award Winning, 16 bedroom, family owned, country Inn. Conservation Village, beautiful gardens, dog and disabled friendly. Luxury, stylish rooms, great food served in relaxed lounge/bars or formal restaurant. Exclusive use available. AA Pub of the Year for England 2013/14, Good a Hotel Guide, Sawdays Special Places, Good Pub Guide, Michelin Guide, CAMRA
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Darts
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Baggage storage
Gift shop
Laundry service
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
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Non-smoking hotel
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Flatscreen TV
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Historic Hotel
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Ravenstonedale CA17 4NG England
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The staff here are very helpful but the food disappointing. Very expensive and the vegetarian options were inadequate and overpriced for small portions. The food was extremely salty and almost inedible, we did pass this on to the waitress, it felt very unhealthy.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip: Avoid food with sauces if you don’t like salty food!
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This is our third visit but not for some time and we were keen to return. Booked a table for lunch and the service was wonderful - very attentive and warm and was especially child friendly. The food was standout - smoked trout, crayfish & scallop rissotto, cod with mussels, sea bream with shellfish sauce and a dhal. Good portion sizes and expert cooking. Highly recommend a visit here.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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We booked this hotel last minute to break a journey up and see a bit of the Lune Valley and were not disappointed. It’s in a lovely peaceful and calm location, oozing tradition and history with helpful and hospitable staff. There is an excellent dinner menu as well as a hearty breakfast to be had. The bar, lounge and dining areas exude Victorian charm and character including some examples of Hybrid Taxidemy.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Arriving on a late afternoon when it was absolutely throwing it down, we were soon put at ease and led to our spacious room with our two pooches (miniature dachshunds), where we were able to relax for an hour or two before going for dinner. The room was easy access to the outside and provided with poo bags, dog biscuits, dog bowl and a dog towel - how dog-friendly is that?! Also, there was a fridge with fresh milk for that much needed cuppa on arrival! The meal area set up for dog accompanied visitors is in the bar area, which was very comfortable and there were five tables set up with couples and a family and some seven, very well behaved dogs all laying down under the table with not one bark amongst them! Both of us chose fish for the main course. Mine was the cod with a mussel sauce, which was absolutely delicious and my wife chose the sea bream with a curry type sauce, which was excellent. On the following morning I had a good cooked breakfast and my wife chose smoked salmon with scrambled egg, the egg cooked to perfection and served with oodles of smoked salmon. This report sounds very biased towards dog owners but I can assure non dog-owners that the dining facilities are at the other side of the hotel and there is no need to be in proximity of out canine friends if you don’t wish to be! This was our fourth visit to the Black Swan, usually calling in for lunch on the way up to Scotland and it was the first time we have stayed overnight but it won’t be the last! A very enjoyable affordable stay on the last evening of our Scottish holiday. Thank you! …
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: A great stop off when travelling from England to Scotland or vice versa!
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This is the most overpriced, low quality over hyped hotel we’ve ever stayed in. The food is very expensive and the rooms are 1970’s with paper thin walls. It needs a complete makeover and £180 a night is far too expensive. The staff weren’t the friendliest with poor customer service. We’re very disappointed.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: Don’t stay here
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Staying at a family house locally we went for dinner at the Black Swan. What a find , excellent food friendly staff and good ambiance. Menus size not to large but with lovely options to chose from. I had the duck followed by lemon tart and my partner had the chicken schnitzel and strawberry pana cotta .
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This was a lovely country hotel; the staff were friendly, the food was excellent and the room was well-equipped, with a good shower and bath, separate sitting room and comfortable bed. The housekeeper who looked after us at breakfast deserves a special mention for her kindness. We would have given given the Black Swan a 5 star rating, but... if you are on a walking holiday and need an early night and a good sleep, don't book room six! It is directly above the kitchen and was very noisy indeed till 11.30 on Sunday and midnight on Monday (thank goodness the kitchen was closed on Tuesday!). The noise of clearing-up would have been fine (within reason), but playing loud music with a heavy drum beat, talking and smoking under our window was definitely not fine. This had a negative impact on what would have been a very good stay.…
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I think I've perhaps had the best roast beef Sunday lunch of my life today. Thank you Black Swan. Horseradish cream. Super crunchy roast potatoes. Cauliflower cheese. Amazing beef. Oh, and beautifully kept Black Sheep beer, and lovely staff - thanks guys!
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Excellent food and brilliant service .Absolutely devine and the area is quaint , loved the scenery .Would love to come back again and stay over for the weekend and explore the area. The pub was rustic , loved it.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Our party of six from various parts of Northern England, spent a wonderful 24 hours at The Black Swan. Amazing food, both at lunchtime and evening and staff were attentive, smiling and very professional. We did have a couple of problems which were attended to, to our satisfaction, immediately. In the words of Michael Winner, breakfast "was historic". We will be back. The Harrisons, Gilligans and Andersons.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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PRICE RANGE
US$198 - US$220 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
United KingdomEnglandCumbriaLake DistrictEden DistrictRavenstonedale
NUMBER OF ROOMS
16
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Black Swan
Which popular attractions are close to The Black Swan?
Nearby attractions include Stainmore Railway Company (3.6 miles), The Taggy Man (4.3 miles), and Cautley Spout Waterfall (4.8 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Black Swan?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at The Black Swan?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to The Black Swan?
Conveniently located restaurants include The White Hare Cafe, THE BLACK BULL AT NATEBY, and The Black Swan.
Is The Black Swan located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the centre of Ravenstonedale.
Are pets allowed at The Black Swan?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to The Black Swan?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Pendragon Castle (3.7 miles), Eden Viaducts (3.7 miles), and St Oswalds Church (1.1 miles).
Is The Black Swan accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.