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A former coaching inn in the Forest of Bowland, The Spread Eagle in Sawley provides luxurious bed and breakfast accommodations in Lancashire’s picturesque Ribble Valley. With a cozy bar and restaurant and attractive garden, it offers free Wi-Fi and parking to guests. Each elegantly designed room at The Spread Eagle features individual furnishings, and some enjoy views of the nearby River Ribble. All have en suite or private bathroom facilities with complementary toiletries, as well as a TV, telephone and tea and coffee facilities. In addition to breakfast, the inn serves a variety of dishes for lunch and dinner. The menu includes soups and sandwiches, homemade pies, sharing platters, burgers and steaks, with a wide choice of vegetarian meals too. Five miles outside Clitheroe, The Spread Eagle is 30 minutes’ drive from Blackburn. Around 11 miles south of the Yorkshire Dales, Preston and Burnley are both 25-35 minutes’ drive.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

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

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
2 twin beds
or
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 full bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
8.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Eastaff
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Lovely room, absolutely beautiful and the staff were very accommodating
  • Linda
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Great food, both at dinner and breakfast. Home made mini Eccles cakes instead of biscuits on the tea tray in the room made us smile, and they were yummy! Staff were great too. And a very dog-friendly place.
  • Dorry77
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Beautiful location. Stunning room. Great food. Lovely breakfast. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Couldn't fault it.
  • Matthew
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Location is picturesque, hotel and restaurant lovely, staff were more than helpful
  • Barbara
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Room and staff polite and friendly. Welcomed are dog. Doggy menu. Doggy blanket and gift box. Local friendly. Breakfast good and good choice. Pub in lovely position in village. Short walk to view Sawley Abbey. Neat A59 to go places.
  • Paul
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Great location on river, stunning views of Pendle Hill. Room spacious and clean. Food was good with choice of local beers. Staff friendly and helpful. Pretty village location.
  • Helen
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    As always, could not be any better. Everything thought of in the individually decorated rooms, the food is delicious and staff so friendly. Great walks around the pub.
  • M
    Mark
    the United States the United States
    Idyllic location, incredibly friendly staff, fabulous breakfast, clean and comfy room. Honestly, my favorite place to stay up in Lancashire.
  • Gillian
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Beautiful pub, ideal location for walking. Log fires . Really clean. Lovely staff.
  • Paula
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    The property is beautiful and spotlessly clean. Our room was stunning the nicest room we have ever stayed in

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Spread Eagle Inn
    • Cuisine
      British • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Spread Eagle
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Cycling
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Pet bowls
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

General

  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
2 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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FAQs about The Spread Eagle

  • The prices at The Spread Eagle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Spread Eagle is 3.1 miles from the center of Clitheroe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Spread Eagle offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Room options at The Spread Eagle include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
  • Check-in at The Spread Eagle is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The Spread Eagle has 1 restaurant:

    • Spread Eagle Inn