Having visited before, we were hopeful our stay would be as good the second time. If possible it exceeded our expectations in that, being a Sunday, the restaurant wasn’t open to the public in the evening. However, as residents, we were assured when we booked we could have an evening meal. The meal we were offered was absolutely delicious. All home cooking. Despite the staff having just had a very busy lunch service, they still very cheerfully and professionally took the time, to warmly welcome us, show us to our room; and the reception we received was just lovely. You cannot fault in any way this family run pub for its welcome hospitality. The room itself was spacious, exceptionally clean, and the bathroom too was spacious. Breakfast next morning was freshly cooked, and again absolutely delicious, and a good choice. This is a gem of a find. (For us travelling North from England to Scotland it is a perfect stopover). About 10 mins to A1M. And breakfast starting at 7 am, is a bonus for an early start. Cannot fault. Looking forward to visiting again. (We also for family reasons had to reschedule, and the Owners were very quick to reply and exceptionally accommodating, and understanding, of our changed dates)

This was a little stop over on our way up to Scotland. We were met with a very warm and friendly welcome and were able to check in straightaway. The family room was perfect, with a full sized single bed in addition to a king size. Both were extremely comfortable. We ate at the Inn on both evenings - WoW! You won't leave hungry - very much enjoyed our meal on the first night and decided to eat there again on our second night. The Inn is very dog friendly and we felt that our stay, including food, was very good value for money.

There wasn't anything we didn't like.

This was a last minute booking after our oringinal cancelled on us. 7 of us (2 familys) stayed in 3 rooms and travelled up for the Polar Express in Wensleydale. The Chequers Inn was very cosy. Loved the bar area. Rooms nice and clean, comfortable beds. Pleasant decor considering how old the place is. Staff were nice enough, not as friendly as other reviews said, but then not everyone is as friendly as scousers! Other customers (I think locals) around the bar area nice and friendly. Breakfast is really nice, highly recommend! We also dined after we got there from the Polar Express and the food was all homemade and really delicious with generous portions! Loved the christmas decor, kids loved it. Felt safe here with the kids. I would most definitely stay here again! 😀

This was the only negative and only reason I didn't give a 10. Rooms were absolutely freezing. There was a plug-in radiator which I only noticed in the morning. I like my bedroom cold but this was scared to go the loo cold! If I had been made aware, I would have plugged the radiator in whilst dining and drinking at the bar. May have kept the chill out the room at least which would have made it perfect! Maybe something to consider for future guests??

What a lovely hotel! I was working in Darlington and a taxi was easy to arrange which took about 10minutes from the station. There isn't much around the hotel but it was a nice quiet area good for a short walk. I ate dinner in the restaurant and it was superb! The team were lovely and attentive. Breakfast was pre-ordered and was ready in the morning when I came down, it was delicious and again the team were great.

Nothing not to like unless you are hoping for things to do around the hotel, I thought it was nice to relax.

Hands down the easiest place to stay for Croft circuit - it's about a 2 minute drive away. Breakfast from 7am on weekdays for early starts. Rooms comfortable and great value for money. Breakfast is great and the Sunday lunch roast dinners (best to book - can be very busy) are fantastic and absolutely enormous - highly recommended.

Not a fault but just a note for people towing trailers to Croft: car park is a reasonable size but you exit by going round the back of the pub which is quite tight at the narrowest point. There is normally plenty of parking on the road outside to either park overnight or stop to go and eyeball the carpark on your first visit. The pub is on a quiet road off the main road and I have no concerns parking loaded trailers there overnight.

The welcome we had was really lovely. The room was clean, comfortable and spacious. The food and drink for both breakfast and dinner were excellent and reasonably priced. The staff were all very good and all the locals we met were warm and friendly. We really felt like we were locals.

The was absolutely nothing we can think of. Everything was great. Our dog was welcomed and made a fuss of by both staff and locals.

On entering the Chequers we were greeted by friendly staff, who took us to the room and even offered to carry our luggage. The room was clean and bright, with a good sized bathroom, again clean and with everything supplied, nice white towels and toiletries. OK some of the place was a little dated but this is a country pub with a lot of history and this is only to be expected. It has character and is unique so unlike some of the corporate hotels, you don't wake up wondering where you are as all the rooms look the same. The whole of the stay was great, as was the food. This was of good variety, quality and portions for the hearty appetite. The breakfast is fabulous and a perfect start to any day. The image is of my 10oz steak meal which was excellent quality and cooked to perfection. We did have personal issues whilst staying there, totally of our own doing and nothing to do with the Chequers. Again the owner and other staff could not have been more helpful, to the extent of taking us to the station after our car broke down and was not able to be repaired. All in all a great experience despite our own issues.

Nothing at all.

Upon arrival we was net by the landlady, very polite and checked us in effortlessly. Asked us what we wanted for breakfast and shown us to our room. Which was room 2 The room was lovely, the bed was comfy and big and clean. Linen smelled nice. Pillows a bit soft but there's more in the wardrobe. Breakfast was spot on. Filled the stomach and set us on the right path for the day. It's in a lovely secluded village which is quaint and near a local racing track I believe. We seen a good few heading there in the morning. Would definitely stay here again.

The shower, the casing is loose on the unit and the pressure is non existent. Its a bit iffy tirning it on as well. The toilet has a macerator and didn't wanna flush it or run the taps for to long as it's very noisy.

What a quint beautiful traditional village pub. The atmosphere is so welcoming by management. Staff and customers we felt so relaxed and at home. We took our dog, and again, she was made to feel welcome and was well and truly spoilt. We had breakfast and evening meal ,the food was absolutely delicious the portion size was huge it was cooked from scratch and all fresh produce. 100% recommend.

The only thing we didn't like was the fact we didn't stay longer

Cool temperature room with a fan was superb. (it was very hot!). We had dinner in the pub and it was great food, lots of it. Lots of people in so a great atmosphere. Breakfast was fast and yummy. Altogether it was great.

Bathroom shower curtain was a tad low (i knocked it off) but I am not sure what you could do otherwise. I am finding things to be picky about so this should not put you off staying there.