The Shepherd's Rest

Never ever found thus place open, although Google gives opening time. Need to phone to check?? Tried to book Sunday lunch 2nd of August, no luck. Was told they don't do Sunday Lunch. Have tried other days but never been able to have a meal there?

Reception was fine, staff friendly and polite but this property is not good value for money. While clean enough the accommodation is very tired and is right alongside a busy road and the window wouldn't close. The bathroom is very cramped and would not suit the larger person. At the price breakfast really should be included. We've stayed at far nicer accommodation for nearly half the price and with breakfast included. Previous occupants of our room had used the kettle as a teapot and, while not the act itself is not hosts fault, we found stale tea and teabags in the kettle when we came to use it. Also, be aware that if you would like to walk into the town centre or the castle, it's a long uphill climb back to the property. This didn't worry us but wouldn't suit others. The property was a poor choice on my behalf.

No one to check me in ,waited 1 hour. room was not ready. On return hotel in darkness. lighting inside very poor. room key written not printed, was difficult to read, making room entry difficult. room door opened outward, gave cause for safety concern. slept with light on did not feel comfortable. window could not be closed. no breakfast available. poor tea and coffee facilities in room, no shower gel or shampoo, only hand wash. showerhead loose, couldn't regulate water, and awful smell from pipes.

Ideal stopover within walking distance of Alnwick. Exactly suited our purpose

Overpriced, requires a modernised refurbishment.

Ordered burger and chips should be easy enough. Chips were nice though not many of them, side of coleslaw was really unpleasant - burger bun was lovely but burger itself was undercooked, had to leave a portion on my plate. Don't think I'll return for food