Charming Darlington inn on the River Tees

A traditional country inn in the historic village of Piercebridge, with a fantastic riverside location - includes breakfast, optional dinner, and a welcome drink

• Traditional digs: A former 16th-century coaching inn, The George Piercebridge’s traditional country vibe comes from a rich history that seeps through its quirky walls. Expect spacious living areas with an ultra-cosy feel, and a home-away-from-home that will leave you feeling well-rested and rejuvenated. What’s more, this inn’s idyllic riverside location means that every morning is accompanied by lovely country views.

• Riverside restaurant: The inn’s restaurant sits on the charming River Tees, pairing hearty pub classics with cosy riverside dining. Start with a hummus and pitta dish, and then dig into a mouth-watering steak and ale pie whilst overlooking the fabulous British countryside. Why not try a hanging kebab or, feast on a scrumptious baked camembert for two (or one)? If you’re feeling extra-traditional, treat yourself to the inn’s elegant afternoon tea.

• Roman holiday: History fanatics will be happy here, as behind this historic inn are the fascinating ruins of a Roman bridge that would’ve previously graced the River Tee’s banks. Wanting more? Scattered along Dere Street - one of Roman Britain’s most important roads - are the ruins of a Roman fort. Why not grab a coffee (or your furry friend), and become immersed in history with a leisurely stroll through the ruins on this inn’s doorstep?   

How to get there
The closest train station to the hotel is Darlington Railway Station, which is around a 14-minute drive away. Alternatively, Durham Train Station is roughly 40 minutes by car from the inn.

To reach Pierceborough from London, guests can get a train from London Kings Cross direct to nearby Darlington, which would take around two and a half hours. By car, it would take roughly five hours to travel from central London to Piercebridge.

The nearest airport to the inn is Teesside International Airport, which is a 20-minute drive from the hotel.  

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.