The Elks Head Inn - Whitfield (Northumberland)
Overview
5-star countryside inn set on the River West Allen in Northumberland, welcoming dogs in guest rooms and dining areas
Accommodation & Amenities
The Elks Head Inn Whitfield offers rooms with private bathrooms that include walk-in showers, hairdryers, and minibars. The inn provides a garden, sun terrace, and picnic area for outdoor use. On-site free private parking and accessible parking are available, along with facilities for disabled guests such as emergency cord in bathroom, lower sink, raised toilet, and grab rails.
Dining
At The Elks Head Inn, the family-friendly riverside restaurant serves a continental and full English/Irish breakfast with local ingredients. Evening meals feature dishes using venison from the nearby Whitfield estate and oxtail suet pudding. Special diet menus and packed lunches are available upon request.
Location & Activities
Elks Head Whitfield sits within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 18 km from Housesteads Roman Fort on Hadrian's Wall. Guests can walk directly from the inn to local trails and nature reserves. The property is also 20 km from Hexham Cathedral and 54 km from Newcastle International Airport.
Pet-Friendly Stays
The Elks Head Inn permits dogs in guest rooms and in the bar and dining areas, with a designated entrance for pets. The inn provides a pet basket and pet bowls. Dogs are welcome to use the garden and sun terrace.
Awards & Services
The Elks Head Inn holds the David Bellamy Gold Medal for Conservation. The inn offers luggage storage, daily housekeeping, and a shared lounge/TV area. Business facilities include meeting/banquet services, and security is provided by CCTV in common areas, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers.
- Location: Set on the River West Allen, 18 km from Hadrian's Wall and within North Pennines AONB
- Rooms: Ensuite rooms with walk-in showers, minibars, and garden or river views
- Dining: Riverside restaurant serving local venison, oxtail suet pudding, and full English breakfast
- Pet-Friendly: Dogs allowed in guest rooms, bar, and dining areas with pet basket and bowls
- Awards: David Bellamy Gold Medal for Conservation
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible rooms with grab rails, lower sink, and raised toilet
Rooms and availability
-
Max:2 persons
-
Bed options:1 Double bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Picnic area/ Tables
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Darts
Hiking
Cycling
Horseback riding
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Darts
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Elks Head Inn
| 💵 Lowest room price | 93 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 900 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 40.6 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Carlisle Lake District, CAX |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
Reviews of The Elks Head Inn
We read 344 guest reviews so you don’t have to
One honest summary, pulled from every verified stay – no scrolling through hundreds of reviews.
FAQ about The Elks Head Inn
Compare our rates with top travel sites in 10 seconds