Formally an 18th century coaching inn, The Fleece Inn includes original features such as old oak beams and fireplaces. Lancaster city centre is a 15-minute drive, and the university is just 6km away. Free private parking is available on site. The award-winning restaurant at The Fleece Inn serves traditional British cuisine, with international dishes also available. The steak and ale pie is homemade with local ale. A full English breakfast is also served in the dining room. Free Wi-Fi, a TV and a private bathroom are featured in each room. A resident’s lounge including a TV and internet access is also provided. The Yorkshire Dales and The Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, are located just 30 minutes’ drive from The Fleece. The village of Dolphinholme is 10-minute walk away, and is a designated historic conservation area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Shireshead
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gareth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great mid point location for us on the journey home from the North of Scotland. Great reception and service booking us in and getting a table for dinner. Everyone was super helpful
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really comfortable, recently refurbished rooms. Very friendly and helpful host. Good breakfast. Very convenient location just off the M6.
  • Gregory
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great rustic rooms, really friendly and comfortable place. The staff were really great. The pub was busy when we arrived but one staff member made it clear they saw and would prioritise our check-in. A waiter was really friendly and made our...
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Exceptional hotel, with lovely friendly staff and great attention to detail
  • Janet
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good choice for breakfast and good quality. Very handy location when travelling to Scotland on M6.
  • Angela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff very helpful and friendly Beds comfortable Breakfast fantastic
  • Mike
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room characterful and comfortable. Bathroom shower location could be part of bath (doesn't work well next to bathroom door). Breakfast was good and good parking.
  • Coates
    Australia Australia
    A beautiful country pub. The bedroom and bathroom were spacious, comfortable and nicely decorated. A lovely outdoor beer garden. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Food was delicious. We stayed on a Friday night but it was not at all...
  • Tracey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location excellent , parking ok Very clean pub. Excellent food and drink Lovely rooms Staff very helpful
  • Clive
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable bedrooms and excellent food make this a great stop off point, close to the M6

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Fleece Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Dressing room
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Fax/photocopying
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    General
    • Minimarket on site
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
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    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 22:30
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    17+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Accepted payment methods
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    FAQs about The Fleece Inn

    • Check-in at The Fleece Inn is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The Fleece Inn has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • Room options at The Fleece Inn include:

      • Double
    • The Fleece Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • The Fleece Inn is 1.7 miles from the centre of Shireshead. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Yes, The Fleece Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.

      • The prices at The Fleece Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.