Pub Camper & MotorHome Stopover Site:
📍 Address
The Hope & Anchor Inn
Main Street
Port Carlisle
Cumbria
CA7 5BU
🌐 Website Address
https://hopeandanchor.webador.co.uk
📞 Phone Number
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💷 Cost
Reported as Free
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🏷️ Location Type
Camper Motorhome Stopover Site + Pub/Restaurant
The Hope & Anchor Inn – Motorhome Stopover Information
🍺 About the Pub
The Hope & Anchor is a traditional country pub located on the shores of the Solway Firth, popular with walkers, cyclists, and motorhome visitors as a Motorhome Pub Stopover on the Hadrian’s Wall walk. It offers a warm welcome, a good selection of real ales, and caters for locals, tourists, and motorhome parking guests alike. The pub serves locally sourced produce and runs both lunch and evening menus from March to October, making it a suitable Motorhome Stopover destination with dining options.
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🍽️ Food
The Hope & Anchor offers freshly cooked food including a lunch and evening menu during peak season (March to October). Dishes include homemade items such as fish goujons, chilli nachos, country burgers, and chicken in creamy mustard and mushroom sauce, using locally sourced produce. Food is prepared from scratch with good portion sizes suitable after a day of walking or motorhome exploration.
🛠️ Facilities
- 🅿️ Motorhome Parking: Free parking available, suitable for Motorhome Stopover
- 📶 Wi-Fi: Yes, free Wi-Fi available
- ♿ Accessibility: Awaiting Info
- 🚻 Toilets: Yes
- 🐾 Dog Friendly: Awaiting Info
- 🌿 Beer Garden: Yes, garden and outdoor seating areas available
⭐ Reviews
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The Hope & Anchor receives positive remarks for its friendly staff, fresh food cooked to order, and welcoming atmosphere, making it a recommended stop for walkers and motorhome travellers. Some reviewers note its popularity and good location on the Hadrian’s Wall route. However, detailed star ratings and aggregated scores are currently unavailable.
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🗺️ Interesting Things To Do Nearby (Within 5 Miles)
1. Hadrian’s Wall Path
The Hope & Anchor is situated at one end of the famous Hadrian’s Wall Path, an 84-mile long-distance footpath stretching across Northern England. Walkers and Motorhome Stopover guests can explore breathtaking landscapes including rolling hills, moorlands, and historic Roman sites. This makes the pub an ideal base or rest stop for hikers and motorhome visitors undertaking part or all of the trail. Approximately 0 miles away, as the pub lies on the route.
2. Port Carlisle Village
A charming coastal village just 0.4 miles from The Hope & Anchor, offering scenic views of the Solway Firth, quaint streets, and peaceful surroundings. Visitors can enjoy walks by the sea, birdwatching, and local history before returning to the pub for a Motorhome Pub Stopover night.
3. Bowness-on-Solway
Located around 3 miles from the pub, Bowness-on-Solway is a small village known as the western end of Hadrian’s Wall and a launch point for the coastal part of the National Trail. It offers excellent opportunities for walking and exploring the Solway coastline, making it popular with tourists and motorhome travellers alike.
4. Carlisle Castle
Carlisle Castle, approximately 9 miles east of The Hope & Anchor, is a historic fortress with roots dating back to Roman times. While a little beyond 5 miles, it is a notable nearby attraction for those willing to drive a short distance for historical interest after their Motorhome Stopover.
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-The Hope & Anchor Inn is a charming and historic pub located in the quaint village of Port Carlisle, Wigton. The building dates back to the 1700s and has been lovingly restored to retain its original character and charm. The interior is cozy and inviting, with exposed brick walls, wooden beams, and a roaring fireplace. The pub serves a range of delicious food and drinks, including local ales and hearty pub classics.
Port Carlisle is a picturesque village situated on the Solway Firth, with stunning views across the water to Scotland. It is a popular spot for birdwatching, with a variety of wading birds and wildfowl to be seen. The village is also home to the Port Carlisle Canal, which was once an important transport route for goods between Carlisle and the coast. Today, the canal is a peaceful spot for a walk or cycle ride, with plenty of wildlife to spot along the way.
For those looking to explore further afield, the nearby town of Wigton is just a short drive away. Here, visitors can discover the town’s rich history, with a number of historic buildings and landmarks to explore. The town is also home to a range of shops, cafes, and restaurants, making it the perfect place to spend a day out.
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