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The Craven Heifer Inn

4.0 star property
Attentive staff creates a welcoming atmosphere at this countryside retreat where guests can truly relax and enjoy their time away from home

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The Craven Heifer Inn blends country charm with refined comfort. Guests enjoy English breakfast on the sunny terrace or visit the on-site restaurant for a satisfying meal. Practical amenities include free WiFi, newspapers, and luggage storage for a hassle-free stay.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Superior Room, Accessible, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Family Triple Room, Ground Floor

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Signature Double Room, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Studio

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Barnoldswick is home to The Craven Heifer Inn. The Muni Theater and Pendle Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Thornton Hall Farm Country Park and Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway. SMJ Falconry and Keighley & Worth Valley Railway are also worth visiting. Visit our Barnoldswick travel guide
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Map
400 Colne Road, Barnoldswick, England, BB18 6TF

What's nearby

  • England, Lancashire, Forest of Bowland, Bleasdale, Parlick Fell
    Forest of Bowland
    13 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Langroyd Country Park
    5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Thornton Hall Farm Country Park
    6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Letcliffe Dog Exercise Area
    6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • The Muni Theater
    8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Colne Station
    11 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hickey's & Friends
    4 min drive
  • Craven Heifer Inn
    1 min walk
  • The Barlick Tap Ale House
    4 min drive
  • The Red Lion
    4 min drive
  • The Anchor Inn
    2 min drive

About this property

The Craven Heifer Inn

Upscale inn
You can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace and a garden at The Craven Heifer Inn. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A lift, smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Newspapers in the reception and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to perks such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Property is also known as

Craven Heifer Inn Kelbrook
Craven Heifer Inn Barnoldswick
Craven Heifer Kelbrook
Craven Heifer Barnoldswick
The Craven Heifer Inn Inn
The Craven Heifer Inn Barnoldswick
The Craven Heifer Inn Inn Barnoldswick

Frequently asked questions

Is The Craven Heifer Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Craven Heifer Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Craven Heifer Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Craven Heifer Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Craven Heifer Inn located?

Situated in Barnoldswick, this inn is within 3 miles (5 km) of Letcliffe Dog Exercise Area, Langroyd Country Park and Thornton Hall Farm Country Park. Raygill Lakes is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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Reviews

The Craven Heifer Inn Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 300 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 300 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 300 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 300 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 300 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay with clean rooms, has all the required amneties, professional and friendly service and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Amenities
Great place, good value, lovely accommodation, friendly and helpful staff, good food, all round great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From arrival to departure the staff were attentive, and polite. The room was spacious and didn't require anything else. Plenty of parking. The breakfast choice was good and tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good quality accommodation in a convenient location which we could use as our base for walks in the lovely Craven countryside
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb stay, the room as very spacious and clean. The restaurant menu was very good and the quality of the food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food cleanliness friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, food lovely, staff friendly and attentive, room comfy and clean. Would stay again and recommend to friends
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous staff, very clean, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms, friendly helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arjan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent as always

I had a fantastic stay at the Craven Heifer Inn. The staff were genuinely attentive, and made us feel at home from the moment we arrived. The restaurant was excellent—fresh, well-cooked dishes and prompt, service at every meal. I’d recommend the Craven Heifer Inn without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was the best stay we have had in a long time the staff are brilliant room excellent very clean and comfortable breakfast full English included was excellent can't fault the place at all
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abina

A lovely hotel

A lovely clean, quiet, well-presented hotel with a very good choice of breakfast. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The craven is a great place to stay. Staff are friendly, helpful & the accommodation comfortable. The food in the restaurant is excellent with a good range for all tastes and the breakfast is first class. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience from booking in, and service by all the staff was first class if i could give 15 out of 10 i would Food was excellent. And the prices for food and drink where very good i would recommend this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice stay

Nice clean room, excellent shower, good food in the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel

Excellent rooms, good food and friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful peaceful area. Lovely outdoor seating area. Super food xx
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
2nd time staying and very happy with staff, food, cleanliness of bathroom and comfortable bed no complaints breakfast really good value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to e

Superb place to stay. Room really nice and restaurant was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay - lovely breakfast!

Lovely clean room with a very comfy bed - nice extras with a dressing gown. Check in and out process very easy and the breakfast was delicious! Great stay - thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Craven Heiffer has a warm and welcoming atmosphere - staff were professional, friendly and approachable and the service was excellent! My hotel room was lovely and spacious, the bed was comfortable and I had great nights sleep. I will definitely plan a return journey … the bar staff were lovely and I’d like to thank Gemma in particular !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly and helpful, the public area is well decorated spotless and comfortable and the breakfast was first class
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely, the food was delicious, room was lovely the only thing i would say is. There was no heating on in the room the bathroom towel rail wasnt on, so it felt quite cold so much so we didnt use the shower. They just needr the heating on.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a beautiful place and great value for money. The accommodation is fresh and spotless, our evening meal was great and the full English breakfast is fabulous. Will definitely go again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024