The Howard Arms

Very welcoming from the minute we stepped into the Inn. Warm welcome both by staff and the two open fires creating a pleasing atmosphere. Rooms were more than adequate and dinner was generously portioned as was the following days breakfast. Quintessential English town with friendly faces all round. Ideally situated for walking on moors and exploring Hadrians wall

The food is outstanding. As is the atmosphere and the welcoming feel of the place. The waitresses are fabulous. I have been before with my friends Catherine and James, I then went with other friends and we’ve all enjoyed everything we had. They were also really helpful with a fussy eater in our group. That’s not easy on a busy Sunday.

Lovely spacious and comfy room with a view over the historic centre of the village. The breakfasts set us up for the day and the power shower was just what we needed after a day's walk (and there are fabulous walks from the door -- Gelt Valley, Hadrian's Wall, Talkin Fell, Geltsdale RSPB Reserve and more). Really well connected with public transport too.

Went with a friend for a meal, sadly I had the Mrs Kirkham's Cobbler which the cheese dumplings were very hard which made it difficult to eat. Otherwise everything else was lovely, the dogs are so friendly I spent most of my meal playing with them. The staff were polite, the fire was a lovely touch & it was just a nice night all around.

Very comfortable bed and room. Clean with modern bathroom and well furnished room.Central location in Brampton with parking ( disc provided ) Good atmosphere in the bar area. Fish and chips , best I’ve had in ages. Polite staff. Rates a 4.5 but I rounded up !!

Well reading the reviews I think we might have got the wrong place. After booking and past the free cancellation date we were informed 24hrs before we arrived that there will be loud live music!!! We arrived at 17:00 only to find no parking what so ever, I couldn’t even get into the place as there must have been 20 people smoking by the front door. We tried to ring and got no answer, so we had to book somewhere else. We got a phone call off them 35 mins later, I told them what had happened, was met by a VERY rude female who said it wasn’t their fault and put the phone down on me. £100+ for a room we never even stayed in and couldn’t even get into as there was no parking at all. One very annoyed, disgruntled person.

Conveniently located in the centre of this bustling Cumbrian market town the Howard Arms affords an exceptionally warm and relaxed welcome to those travelling with much loved canine companions. Comfortable rooms, cosy fires in the bar/restaurant, nothing seems to be too much trouble for the hospitable staff team who will go out of their way to make your stay as comfortable and as relaxed as they can. Short stay parking in front of the hotel or a large free public car park at the rear. Very busy with pre Christmas clients, staff still had time for this solo traveller and his Labrador who enjoyed the occasional treat from a member of Team Howard. Didn't find a residents lounge if there is one. It might have offered a relaxed spot to read after a busy day. Bedrooms are clean and comfortable and serviced daily. Excellent en-suite facilities. You couldn't really ask for more from a popular traditional Cumbrian In. The Lab and I enjoyed our stay. Thank you Team Howard.

Visited for coffee and cake which was excellent and great value. Very welcoming with lovely open fires. Very tastefully decorated for Christmas. Only criticism was the 3 resident dogs constantly begging for food at our table,found this very off putting.

Stayed for two nights at the Howard Arms. Warm welcome on arrival and the staff are friendly and attentive. We felt thorough looked after. The hotel is very popular with both guests and non residents (hardly surprising as a coffee and a cake for about £4 is fantastic value. Not to mention breakfast roll and a coffee for less than £6).😳 Rooms are nice and well maintained the public areas are very cosy and welcoming especially at this time of year with an open fire. Food menu offered a great choice with a welcome twist of pub classics done with a nice twist. The fame casserole was excellent as was the chicken cobbler. Nice selection for breakfast (juice, cereals, pastries to help yourself to) including a nice choice from full English to a bacon roll. Great location for exploring Hadrian’s Wall countryside with Hexham and Carlisle in east reach. Jedburgh and the Borders accessible too. Lovely village surprisingly a lot going for it for such a small place. Thoroughly recommend.