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 Bush Nook Country Guest HouseUpper Denton, Gilsland, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 7AFTelephone: 01697 747194 Visit Britain 4 Stars AA 4 Stars |
Set in wonderful open countryside, Bush Nook offers quality accommodation for the discerning visitor. Overlooking Birdoswald Roman Fort on Hadrian's Wall. Bush Nook is close to the centre section of the Roman frontier and some of the most stunning countryside to be found in England. The house provides accommodation for up to ten guests in comfortably furnished and homely bedrooms, as well as a superbly fitted self catering cottage. Bush Nook sits in quiet, peaceful surroundings, where we like to spoil you a little as you rest, relax and recuperate and become captivated by this marvelous area. All bedrooms are en-suite and have some little extras to add to the enjoyment of your stay. Most bedrooms also have open beam lofted ceilings and other original features. We offer good food well cooked with evening dinners served in our licensed dining room after which you can sit in the conservatory lounge and enjoy the countryside. We are a totally non smoking establishment and are open all year except Christmas and New Year. We operate an eco friendly approach to our business and are part of the Green Advantage scheme practicing recycling, waste management, low energy lighting and other ways of protecting our environment. Bush Nook has been featured on the "Britain's Best Breaks" TV programme and the Cumbria Life magazine. Brampton, Lanercost Priory and Haltwhistle are a very short drive whilst Carlisle and Newcastle are both less than an hour away. But if you want open spaces and captivating views, then they are all around as far as the eye can see. If you are looking for somewhere special to stay then look no further than Bush Nook in the heart of what the locals call "God's own Country". |
| Accommodation Built in 1760 with further additions in 1811 and 1849 the house and its outbuildings are stone built in traditional farmhouse style with recently converted barns. Like most properties in the area it was built using stones "borrowed" from the nearby Hadrian's Wall Fortifications. Bush Nook has been carefully renovated to retain many features of the original property. There are two single, two double and two twin guest rooms, all of which are en-suite and comfortably furnished. All bedrooms are at first floor level and each has a view over open countryside. There are three deluxe rooms in the converted hay barn annexe which is accessed by an open stone staircase across the courtyard. These have original open beams and a bathroom with full bath and power shower. All our rooms have colour television, a hair dryer, hot drink making facilities, together with a supply of toiletries "just in case" things get forgotten and a hand made chocolate.
The guest dining room where all meals are taken is in the main house. Off this is our cosy quiet lounge where you might find a good book whilst at the end of a tiring day you may wish to unwind in the peace and quiet of the delightful conservatory where you can share the experiences of the day. We invite guests to relax in the comfort of an easy chair whilst taking in the views. |
| Self Catering The Hay Barn Cottage is the self catering apartment on the ground floor of the former hay barn attached to the house. Retaining many original features the attractive open lounge area with its oak paneled floor is spacious, light and tastefully furnished.  The modern beamed kitchen area has a dishwasher, washing machine, fridge, microwave, electric oven and hob. The dining area alongside the kitchen is equipped with a good sized table and chairs. The Cottage has one double bedroom and a bathroom with bath and overhead shower. Please ask about availability and costs if you require a second bedroom. All bedding, towels and tea towels are included as are lighting and heating. A "Welcome Pack" awaits you on your arrival containing milk, bread, butter, fruit juice and eggs. There is a small shop/post office in the village of Gilsland and the nearest supermarket shopping is about ten minutes drive away in either Haltwhistle or Brampton. The Cottage is a no smoking area and we do not allow pets - guide dogs excepted. There are views over the beautiful surrounding countryside to both the North and South. There is an off road parking area and also a lawned garden area. Guests staying in the Cottage are welcome to book for dinner in the Guest House subject to availability of a table. If you wish to eat out we are happy to provide information about local pubs and restaurants. |
| Food We Use Fresh Local Grown Produce We specialise in traditional English home cooked food and where possible use fresh local grown produce for all meals.  The inclusive breakfast provides a wide choice ranging from a full English cooked breakfast, smoked haddock or kippers in season or a continental breakfast. Home made preserves and bread are usually available. Breakfast is served in the dining room at 8:30 am on weekdays and usually at 9.00am on Sundays and some Bank Holidays. It is possible that these times may vary a little during peak periods. We have a food policy of "good food-well cooked". We believe that we were the only Guest House on Hadrian's Wall to receive the RAC Dining Award accolade for our evening dinners where Lamb and fine local cheeses are amongst our specialities, as well as local seasonal favourites such as wild salmon. Two, three or four course meals are available with a vegetarian option each evening, inclusive of fresh ground coffee or herbal or fruit tea together with a hand made chocolate. Dinner is served at 7:00pm in our licensed guest dining room where we offer a comprehensive range of wines, spirits, local ales and soft drinks. Dinners must be booked in advance. With advance notice we will do our utmost to meet any special dietary needs. |
| Open Air The Romans and Hadrian's Wall Bush Nook is set in stunning open countryside and overlooks Birdoswald Roman Fort. It is close to the most dramatic centre section of Hadrian's Wall. Built by order of Emperor Hadrian probably during his visit to Britain in AD122, professional soldiers and legionaires, spent 6 years quarrying the stone and building a defence system nearly 100 Roman miles long(140km or 83 modern miles), from coast to coast - Newcastle to Maryport. There are many theories about why the Wall was built but it is generally agreed that Hadrian wanted to mark the northern boundary of his Empire. It acted as a frontier for 300 years across the narrowest part of Britain. Today the best preserved sections of the wall are from Laercost and Banks in the East through Birdoswald fort and visitor centre, to Poltross Burn milecastle at Gilsland, and then from Greenhead onto Housesteads. Bush Nook is perfectly situated to discover how this occupied zone operated and to visit on foot or by car the numerous visitor sites along the Wall. Christian Influences By the end of the 7th century, most of the area was in Anglican hands and their Christian crosses still survive in positions they have occupied for over 1000 years. The earliest and probably finest example is at Bewcastle which is still possible to see by taking a scenic drive which might include the Kershope Forest and maybe even Kielder Water. The tranquility of the ancient priory at Lanercost belies the turbulent past that it witnessed William Wallace is believed to have raided the Priory and later Edward 1 (Longshanks) died at the Priory having brought Parliament to the Priory in 1307. This part of Northern England has a rich Christian legacy which includes the Christian "Heritage" coast of Northumberland which is about 1 ½ hours drive away. Castles and Forts William the Conqueror established his rule over the main part of Britain by putting his loyal supporters in castles across the country, in a similar process to that used by the Romans. Castle building was undertaken by the Kind and his Normal barons. Apart from the Roman Forts, there are numerous castles in the area, some still occupied; Naworth and Featherstone, but most are ruins including: Blenkinsopp, Thirlwall, Bellister and Bewcastle. Reivers Heritage Bush Nook was built at the end of the Border Reivers period when peace finally came to the area after 200 years of turmoil. The words bereaved and blackmail originated here when the locals living in the area both sides of the English/Scottish borders decided to exercise their own form of lawlessness. They became known as the "Reivers" families - and who knows you could be related to them. |
| Getting Out The surrounding area around Bush Nook is rich in 200 years of history and natural un-spoilt beauty. There are many opportunities to take in the history of the sometimes rugged, sometimes tranquil, yet constantly changing scenery. This is a great area for exploring the most Northern borders of the mighty Roman Empire along the Hadrian's Wall World Heritage site, and the historical houses and castles of the English borders area as well as the "secret" places of Cumbria, Northumberland, and the North Pennines area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Bush Nook is perfectly placed as a stop along the route of Hadrian's Wall and it's Heritage Trail or as a base to explore this magnificent area. Whether you walk, cycle or explore by car, you will be spoilt for choice. Located on the Northern slopes of the Pennines there are spectacular panoramic views in all directions. Most of our visitors are captivated by the stunning open spaces of this northern part of England and its diversity of hills, coasts, castles, abbeys, priories, gardens together with its modern and ancient industrial archaeology. Many keep returning to discover more of this fascinating area. Whatever your taste, there is sure to be something on interest nearby. Paul and Judith will be delighted to help you plan a touring itinerary to help you make the most of your stay. |
| Finding Us Bush Nook is about two minutes off the A69 halfway between the towns of Brampton and Haltwhistle. The A69 is the most northerly East/West trunk road in England and is easily accessed from the M6/A7 to the West, or from the A1 to the East. Newcastle airport is approximately 45 minutes drive. Turning off the A69, at the brown "Bush Nook" sign (sign-posted Spadeadam & Birdoswald Roman Fort & Denton) we are about half a mile (800 metres) down the hill on the right, approximately 300 yards (350 metres) past the wetlands on your left. From Birdoswald Roman Fort or Greenhead, follow the B6318 into Gilsland. Keeping the BRIDGE Inn on your left, follow the road out of Gilsland in a Southerly direction, past the village school on your left, over the railway crossing (about ½ mile/750 metres) and after the road bends left it starts going uphill. We are about 300 yards (350 metres) on the left. If you reach the A69 you've passed us! On foot we are about 20 minutes walk (1500 metres - 1 mile) following the road from Gilsland. Ordnance Survey reference OS 86 ref NY621651 Why not visit the Bush Nook home page? |
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