Augill Castle

9.5Nr Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, England

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You can have the venue to yourself, sleeps 33 guests in 13 rooms.

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Augill Castle is set against a backdrop of trees, complete with tall crenellated turrets, clinging vines and 148 windows. It sits in a private estate in Cumbria’s glorious Eden Valley, itself cushioned by the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District; both of national park status and equally famed for their spectacular landscapes.

The owners of 24 years are dedicated to offering guests the live-in castle feel and this charming property will have you feeling at home from the moment you step through its delightful wooden-arched castle door. Once inside, the old-world charm of the interiors will cocoon you whilst Augill’s character will stay with you long after you leave the comfort of these ancient walls.

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Augill’s easy blend of historic elegance and modern amenities make for a memorable, comfortable stay. Bold, rich colours and eclectic design are running themes throughout the castle and its quirky style – think modern lighting above old rocking chairs, pattern-infused cosy nooks and a four-poster bath – invites you to relax ‘in a place where you can be your best self’.

Focussed more on the home-from-home feel rather than the luxuries of a castle hotel, Augill’s unique atmosphere provides an ideal retreat for families looking for quality time together appreciating the simple things or those wanting to enjoy the ad hoc company of like-minded guests.

Bedrooms

Relax amongst luxurious fabrics, admire the antique furnishings and absorb views of the majestic Pennines through ornate lattice windows. Individually decorated to offer personality and warmth many of the bedrooms feature four-poster beds and en suites with deep baths.

Further accommodation is available in one of three Garden Suites:

  • The Coach House offers spacious family accommodation (sleeps 8).
  • The ground floor Orangery to the side of the main castle features huge arched gothic windows opening onto your own secluded garden and the castle gardens beyond (sleeps 4).
  • The split-level Gate House (sleeps 2) and the Little Castle (a mini castle all of its own sleeping 2 plus 1 child) comprise the remaining accommodation.

After a day’s adventuring, return to Augill and embrace the sanctuary of your bedroom or suite; take a power shower or hot bath, wrap yourself in large fluffy towels and settle down in crisp sheets on comfortable beds.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome into the garden suites and estate houses by prior arrangement, but the restaurant and castle public rooms are reserved for two-legged guests!

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Dining

Breakfast at Augill is a leisurely affair, offering both hot and cold options with an ever-changing seasonal selection, from farm-fresh eggs to locally-sourced meats and artisanal breads.

Experience contemporary dining in the relaxed setting of the Music Room Restaurant, which was once the sitting room. In line with the castle’s creative flair, stylishly designed dishes are served with attention to detail and combine the best local ingredients inspired by foods from around the world.

The restaurant is open Wednesday to Sunday. For guests staying on days when the restaurant is closed, the owners will always do their best to offer alternatives such as a late tea, a starter and dessert or fabulous cheese board.

The castle also features The Great British Bar showcasing the best of small British distillers and Afternoon Tea can be served each day to make your day that little bit sweeter.

Gardens & Estate

From the castle door, descend ancient stone steps into a charming space where seasonal colours and wild floral displays dress the serene and lovingly-kept gardens. Sit back in relaxed seating areas and let the nostalgic ambience take you back to a slower, simpler time.

The informal castle grounds also offer a fabulous space for family stays, where children and dogs can play, wander and explore.

Activities/Leisure

If breathtaking scenery and breathing in the great outdoors is your thing then the location of Augill Castle is for you. Then an hour west or south brings you to the delights of Cumbria’s Lake District (the adventure capital of Britain!) and The Yorkshire Dales respectively where the plethora of outdoor activities are endless and as varied as your imaginations.

Water adventures

Kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, kite surfing, sailing

Land adventures

Horse riding, fell walking, mountain biking, adventure cycling, quad biking, Go Ape! shooting, archery

In the air

Paragliding, abseiling

Cultural delights

Galleries, museums, railways, historic houses and gardens

History

Augill Castle was built in the 1830s by John Bagot Pearson, a solicitor from Kirkby Lonsdale. In a bid to outdo his younger sibling, his intention was to create folly castle (a building constructed primarily for decoration) as a weekend fantasy retreat in which to entertain his friends.

Location

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Where Yorkshire and Cumbria meet, and four miles from the delightful market town of Kirkby Stephen, Augill Castle has culture, history and spectacular scenery on its doorstep. At the geographical centre of the British Isles, it’s a two hour drive from Manchester and Leeds, and an hour from Lancaster, York and Newcastle.

Ideally placed for memorable visits and family days out to the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales, Augill Castle gives you the best from both sides of the Pennines.

Reviews

9.5

Private GuestFriendly, personable, excellent food and environment
John, United KingdomA lovely and charming hotel, with a very nice relaxing family atmosphere. Perfect venue for the Christmas get away we wanted. The food and service were first class. I would recommend this as a holiday destination.
Andy, United KingdomWonderfully unique experience We were made to feel more than welcome from the moment we arrived to the moment we left Beautiful rural location with stunning views
Private GuestMy wife and I rented Augill Castle as part of our honeymoon tour through the UK, inviting nerdy friends from all over the world to join us in this stay of 3 days/2 nights and play Dungeons and Dragons with us while sleeping in an actual castle. Mid-August, about 20 of us, honeymoon couple and all, descended upon Augill Castle to dress in character garb, wield pen, paper and dice and spend the time being nerdy together. First of all, our warmest most heart-felt thanks to Wendy, the owner of the castle, and her willingness to meet us above and beyond in all of our requests for accommodation. She was wonderfully easy to communicate with, inquired about and met every dietary restriction, adjusted the bedding in one room to allow for a feather allergy and was very much on the ball when it came to getting back to us in a timely fashion. Sadly, Wendy never came and introduced herself to us directly so that we aren't fully certain if we even got to meet her in person or if all of our interaction was purely done through email. We would have loved to have sung her praises to her directly as well. Upon our arrival, we were met by Jude who immediately took care of all our needs and made sure we were shown the room and the premises plus introduced to the bar. The rooms all were breathtakingly beautiful, many/most of them with canopied fourposter beds and inviting sitting areas. We all felt like royalty during the course of our stay. Any minor little mishaps (such as a toilet seat lose in one room) were immediately taken care of and resolved without much ado. The kitchen and all its staff deserve the highest praise for the fabulous 3- and 4-course meals they cooked up for us, and our guest with coeliacs was SO pleased to be the only one who was served garlic bread the one night — turns out, the rest of the garlic bread had been forgotten to be served which we never even noticed but just to see this smile of pleased contentment on his face would have been absolutely worth going without. Breakfast, cooked to order with a small side buffet of cereal to choose from, was equally as scrumptious as the dinners were. We had complete run of the place, allowed to frequent the bar even after the staff had gone home on an honor system, and using two of the large side-area 'sitting rooms' (library and den) as our game rooms for our pen and paper roleplaying sessions. Staff were always present but never intrusive, always keeping to the background, and we enjoyed walks across the beautifully landscaped grounds surrounding the castle. All in all, the experience was the highlight of our honeymoon travels and was enjoyed by us as well as our international guests who are still gushing about the wonderful time they had at Augill Castle. Thank you for making this experience one to never forget!

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