The Copper Kettle

Great location and very friendly hosts

The hospitality at The Copper Kettle is great, as is the breakfast. Being an 'older' building the accommodation is not for the 'feint hearted' amongst you who enjoy some luxury. The amenities are in need of some refurbishment which the owners try hard to keep up, however it is ideal for serious walkers just wanting to get their heads down after a hard days trek and after a few bevvies and food at the local pub.

I stayed here for a night on my way down to London from up north. Yes, it's best described as 'quaint' but that's a huge part of the appeal of this place. The rooms are clean and comfortable with all the facilities anybody would reasonably want. Breakfast the next morning was plentiful, tasty and cooked to order. If you want 'plastic' accommodation, go and stay in one of the hotel chains. If you want a friendly, clean, comfortable and welcoming place to stay then this fits the bill.

Came here for a midweek walking trip, B&B. Accommodation good if old fashioned & quirky, and very good value for money. The owners looked after me very well and were able to sort out any problems promptly. Fairly standard breakfast, but plenty of it, and they also do lunches and evening meals. TV in room easy to work, likewise shower, and good wifi. Only downside was the butcher opposite starting work about 6 am! (but its a very good butcher). Would book again if returning to the area.

As a group of friends we have stopped here every year, its not for everyone and some reviews o have read have been unfair. The building is around 17th century, so thats unique on its own. Perfect location, the breakfast has always been good and the lady who runs it with her husband are friendly and knowledgeable. Our room was comfortable, dont expect the Ritz, its fantastic value, more money to spend on over priced meals in the local pubs. 6 of us stopped no complaints. We all get to stop in the same place so perfect.

On arrival the lady had a very abrupt manner about her and her main concern was payment even though this had been done through other means. Appreciate the building is old and ‘quirky’ with ‘crooked walls and staircase’, I’m all for that, however the decor isn’t of a sixties theme, it’s never been changed. It’s not dusty but the neglect runs deeper. Needs re decorating throughout.

Mr and Mrs Gamble could not have been more welcoming and generous. We stayed in room 1 on our way up to Scotland and room 5 on our way home, with a very comfy bed, 3 pillowsand pristine sheets, TV, wifi, complimentary tea. coffee. hot chocolate and fresh milk, shortbread and ginger biscuits - they certainly went the extra mile! The ensuite shower room, wash basin and loo was much appreciated and convenient - altogether a warm, clean and comfortable place to stay, and very good value. Our breakfast was beautifully cooked, porridge (or grapefruit), perfect fried egg!, bacon and the rest, and as much toast as we could possibly fit in, and with excellent hot ground coffee and even hot milk! We also had a very good 3 course evening meal on our way up which was just what we needed. To cap it all we had a safe parking place at the back of this interesting old building.

Friendly, helpful owners who greeted us and showed us where to park. Very central location in a beautiful town near countryside. Super breakfast with lovely porridge, full English, and extra coffee. Dated decor but for the price and experience excellent value.

Another superb stay at The Copper Kettle, It is clean and comfy, the breakfast is better than I have had at hotels that cost more than 3 times what I paid here. Peter and Pam are lovely hosts. People who write poor reviews should look at the cost, you wont get 5 star at 2 star prices. I have stayed in many flash hotels but they cost you for nothing more than a fancy front. Try the other options in Kirkby, you can brag to your friends how much it cost, I'll keep going to the Copper Kettle.