A 400-year-old coaching inn, just 3.6 miles from Cockermouth, the Old Posting House offers traditional bed and breakfast accommodation, views of the Fells, free Wi-Fi and free on-site parking. The rooms feature flat-screen TVs and king-size beds. All rooms have an en suite bathroom with a shower. The restaurant serves traditional British dishes, including a full roast Sunday lunch. The bar serves real ales and local beers as well as wines and spirits. Period features including the old post boxes and beamed ceilings have been carefully preserved. The Old Posting House guest house is 10 minutes from Lowes Water and 25 minutes from Keswick and Derwent Water. The seaside is a 20-minute drive from the inn.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.2
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
10
High score for Cockermouth
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Phil
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were perfectly welcoming. Not too imposing which is the style I like. The rooms are comfortable and spacious, very clean too. Beds are comfortable and the bathroom was a good size. Location is great too for many things. The food is...
  • Margaret
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This pub is in a lovely quiet location. We had an excellent evening meal and superb breakfast, all from locally sourced food. The hosts were great and very hospitable and as you enter the pub the cleanliness shines through. Our room was spacious...
  • Dawn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean and comfortable room and bed, good tv, nice biscuits. Beautifully cooked breakfast with extra choices also. Really good shower with nice toiletries. Hosts Nicola and Terry were friendly and helpful.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Old Posting House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Horse riding
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Packed lunches
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Old Posting House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 21:00
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

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    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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    FAQs about Old Posting House

    • Check-in at Old Posting House is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Room options at Old Posting House include:

      • Double
      • Twin

    • Old Posting House is 3.1 miles from the centre of Cockermouth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Old Posting House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Old Posting House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Horse riding