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The Fleece at Ruleholme
Irthington, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 4NF
About
The Fleece at Ruleholme is a traditional country inn which marries rural charm and comfort with luxury, decadence, and unrivalled quality.
Whether you’re joining us to dine, drink, celebrate, or to relax for a few nights away – we guarantee that The Fleece at Ruleholme experience will be an unforgettable one that you’ll want to relive time and again.
The Fleece is located in the stunning countryside of North Cumbria, and features a range of amenities including skylit balcony lounges, Lakeland stone, open fire places and 2 oak-framed AA-rosette winning restaurants.
When designing the rooms of The Fleece at Ruleholme, we worked hard to ensure that each had its own unique feel. From handpicked artwork and bespoke furnishings to layouts, styles and colour schemes, all 23 rooms have been beautifully designed to deliver comfort, luxury and character.
Each room features a large, luxurious bed; soft, fresh linens; fluffy bathrobes; high-quality, locally sourced toiletries; and comfortable seating areas.
The Fleece’s Oak Room bar and restaurant, serves a hearty menu of favourites for the entire family.
Complimented by local ales and an extensive drinks and wine list, diners are invited to enjoy a range of classic and contemporary AA Rosette-awarded dishes created by our expert chef team.
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If you’re looking for a dining experience that’s a little more exclusive, our Bridge Restaurant is our flagship fine dining restaurant. With Steakhouse Nights and Sharing Sunday Roasts to name just a few of the offerings, you’ll be guaranteed an unrivalled fare.
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Combining rural charm with contemporary luxury, The Fleece at Ruleholme provides a stylish, idyllic setting for your wedding celebrations.
You and your guests will have exclusive access to our beautiful, open-plan Hadrian’s Suite, featuring modern, comfortable furnishings, breath-taking design concepts, and uninterrupted views of the rolling countryside surrounding us.
With an array of delicious food, a refined selection of drinks, and an abundance of dancing opportunities, we guarantee that you and your guests will create cherished memories to last a lifetime.
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Guide Prices
- Number of Rooms / Units
- 23
| Room / Unit Type | Room / Unit Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Junior Suite | £220.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast |
| King or Twin Room | £180.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast |
| Superior Twin or King Room | £200.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast |
*As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Opening Times
| Open Christmas |
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| Open New Year |
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| Season (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) |
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* Open 365 days a year.
Food served from 7am until 9pm everyday*
*No breakfast or dinner service for non-residents on Christmas day
Facilities
Other
- Electric car charging point
Accessibility
- Accessible Rooms
- Disabled facilities
- Facilities for hearing impaired
- Level Access
- Wet rooms
Booking & Payment Details
- American Express accepted
- Christmas special programme
- Online Booking Possible
- Travel agent bookings
- Visa/Mastercard/Switch accepted
Catering
- Cooked Breakfast
- Evening meals
- Licenced (table or bar)
- Packed lunches provided
- Restaurant open to non-residents
- Snacks/afternoon tea
- Special diets available
- Vegetarian diet available
Children
- Children welcome
- Cots available
- High chairs available
Heating Facilities
- Central heating
- Real log/coal fires
Laundry Facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Laundry facilities
Leisure Facilities
- Free WIFI
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Conference facilities
Parking
- EV Charging
- Free Parking
- Free Parking on Site
- Private parking
Property Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Designated smoking area
- Dogs/pets accepted by arrangement
- Lounge for residents' use
- Night porter
- Passenger lift
- Pet Friendly
- Telephone (public)
- Television available
- Totally non-smoking
- WiFi or internet access
- Wood Burner
Room/Unit Facilities
- Bath
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hairdryer
- King-sized bed
- Minibar in bedrooms
- Private facilities
- Radio
- Scenic view
- Shower
- Tea/coffee making in bedrooms
- Telephone
- Television
Site Features
- Public house/Inn
Tripadvisor
- Service
- Value
- Cleanliness
- Location
- Excellent174
- Very Good28
- Average21
- Poor32
- Terrible15
Gradings
- 1 AA Rosettes Restaurant with Rooms
Awards
- The AA
AA Breakfast Award 2021 - Cumbria Awards
Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
From M6 Junction 44 take the A689 and follow the signs for Hexham. We are located 1 mile past Carlsile Airport.
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