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Black Labrador Dylan lying proudly on the bed in a bedroom at The Lord Crewe Arms, looking like he owns the place.
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Lord Crewe Arms – A Dog-Friendly Hotel Stay in Northumbria

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The Bedroom: Cosy, comfortable and full of character

Black Labrador Dylan lying on the bed in a bedroom at The Lord Crewe Arms during a dog-friendly stay
Dylan sneaking a quick test of the bed before being politely reminded it wasn’t his & he’s not allowed on the furniture!

This time last month I went on my first jollies to the Lord Crewe Arms in Blanchland set within the picturesque North Pennine moors of Northumbria. What a place. It was like a home from home. Dogs are allowed just about everywhere. I even discovered the luxuries of a bed. I often wondered where my pawrents went at night time to sleep. I’m not allowed upstairs at home but it turns out there are no rules on your holidays, well not as many. Sneaky buggers hiding such comfort from me but I got my own back. I jumped into bed for a cuddle at 4am – wakey wakey room for a small one!

Black Labrador Dylan sleeping peacefully in his bed in the corner of a room at The Lord Crewe Arms
Dylan enjoying a cosy nap in his bed
Black Labrador Dylan relaxing beside a warm stove fire in his room at The Lord Crewe Arms.
Dylan relaxing by the in-room cosy stove fire

Dining at The Lord Crewe Arms

The food smelt amazing. I had a cheeky sausage from breakfast, very tasty. Absolutely approve of the organic 90-98% pork butes from Franconian Sausage Company, they’re banging. Top choice well-done chef! Full English next time and maybe a Lord Crew Brew?

Black Labrador Dylan sitting at a table inside the Lord Crewe, enjoying a dog-friendly pub visit.
Dylan waiting patiently for what he thinks will be his dinner

My favourite moments from our stay

I’m not sure if my favourite part of my weekend away was hanging out with the other doggies in the very cool crypt bar; the abundance of affection I got from the staff and other guests – lapped that up; or if it was my adventures along the river. I’m a little obsessed by water as you can see from my video on my instagram. There’s nothing like a dip in the Derwent – no bath in the boot room needed!

Black Labrador swimming in the River Derwent near the Lord Crewe Arms Hotel, with the dog enjoying the calm countryside waters.
Dylan having a dunk in the Derwent

Described by the Sunday Telegraph as one of the fifty most romantic hotels in Europe. I certainly I fell in love. I’d definitely recommend a visit and I can’t wait to return.  See you soon lovely people at The Lord Crewe Arms.

Doggy tips for staying at the Lord Crewe Arms … woof! Listen up, fellow sniffers:

  • Dogs are welcome in nearly every part of the hotel – including the cosy crypt bar, where we made plenty of new furry friends over a well-earned pint (for the hoomans, obviously).
  • Our room came with its own in-room stove fire – proper Northumbrian luxury, and a serious contender for best nap spot of the whole trip.
  • A heads-up from us: dog bowls and a bed/mat weren’t provided in the room on our stay, so worth packing your own so you’re set up from the moment you arrive. They do have a doggy sink/bath in the boot room, though – handy for smaller breeds who can fit in, less so for a full-sized Lab like me (I stuck to the river!).
  • The River Derwent is a short wander away and perfect for a paddle (or in my case, a full dunk) after a day of exploring.

(A little disclaimer: this was our stay back in 2017 – the fireside charm won’t have gone anywhere, but details like the dog package may have changed since. Worth double-checking when you book, and we’re well overdue a return visit to see what’s new!)

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Woofability: 4.5/ 5 tails

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