The Cricketers only has two rooms and we booked both as a family of 2 adults and two teenage boys as we were attending a wedding nearby. Due to the way the third party booking app worked it would only let us book two twin rooms. When the Cricketers contacted us they were very accommodating and changed the set up to a double and a twin. The rooms were tastefully decorated, clean and cosy. The beds were comfortable. Being in the centre of Barnard Castle it is an old and characterful building, and it is right in the middle of Main Street. The Cricketers Arms is a pub and so there was some noise until closing time at midnight. It wasn't that bad though and we had expected that this would be the case especially as we were staying on a Saturday night. But after this time the noise dropped off quickly and we had a peaceful nights sleep. Overall we were very happy and would definitely stay again.

If I was being picky the bathrooms are probably due a bit of a refresh, but they were clean and had everything you could need. As said above, there is noise from the pub downstairs, but that really should be expected when booking a room in a pub!

Location was excellent and a short walk to town centre. The room was very clean with plenty of space. Furnished tastefully with comfortable beds.

I gather that since the pandemic no breakfast is offered. However the town is well supplied with cafes and takeaways. It is a lovely busy pub so there is a fair amount of noise drifting up to the room. A pair of earplugs is a good idea if you are sensitive to this.

Great location in pretty much in the centre of Barnard Castle. Saturday night stay, checked in about 3pm and the place was already busy, seems to be a popular watering hole with the locals. Room immaculately clean and well presented all the usual stuff present and correct. Free parking right outside, always a bonus. Room was directly over the bar, noise levels quite high as the evening progressed but not really a problem, to be expected when staying in pub. All round good experience and would visit again,

Even though the place is on the main thoroughfare, the room was quiet and clean with water and coffee making facilities, which was ideal after a walk around the market place. The bed was comfortable and the shower facility was perfect after a good wander around Barnard Castle.

Couldn't really fault the room apart from the television not working! Also maybe less pillows is more as I had to get rid of 3/4 to get comfortable. Apart from those, great stay!

So much to like! It was quiet, nicely decorated, the bed was super comfy. Great location to get to Runa Farm for a wedding. Staff were really helpful.

Not much to not like, however we struggled to get into the property via the side door as we were returning after operating hours. Luckily someone was there to help us in and it was definitely more our issue than theirs.

Enjoyed being in the pub which served good beer and had a friendly atmosphere.The towels and linen were excellent and the bed comfortable. Location was very good and we found parking outside. The chip shop close by was excellent as was Valentines restaurant across the road .

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Brilliant location, on the high street, near to independent shops and other pubs. Although street facing had no issue with noise due to double glazing. v friendly staff and spacious room v clean, only 2 rooms - would highly recommend v good VFM. Hope to be back soon.

Nothing to dislike

Lovely room, absolutely spotless. the room is above a busy pub, but no noise was heard. Easy, free parking right outside the property. Can also be accessed via a garage, so if going through a busy pub isn't your thing, no need to worry. Comfortable bed and everything you would need for a short break.

We couldn't fault anything at all.

Brilliant stay! Only five minutes away from where we were attending a wedding- location is perfect with lots of nice shops and restaurants. Owners were so welcoming and let us get changed in the room even though we arrived earlier for check in. Room was beautiful and bed so comfy!!!

Very cosy, well thought out room, excellent that the dog could stay & friendly staff - would definitely stay again

The toiletries needed re-filling, no shower gel or hand soap, the hairdryer should be in the room not have yo go and ask for it xx