Hungry and Thirsty? 

Alston Youth Hostel is just a few minutes walk from 2 pubs and a hotel that serve food, 2 supermarkets open until 10pm, a Wholefood shop and Jack’s Takeaway so getting something to eat is not a problem.

Pre-booking the pubs is strongly recommended especially at weekends and Bank Holiday

It is always advisable to book in advance with the pubs and restaurant as they have limited space and may not be able to accommodate large groups at short notice – especially in the peak season and at weekends.

Public Houses/Restaurants

• The Cumberland   01434 381875                    (good selection of real ales!)
• Alston House         01434 382200                   (large seating capacity)
• Lowbyer Manor     01434 381230                   (Thurs, Fri & Sat evening only – pre-booking required)
• Kirkstyle Inn           01434 671529                   (approx 6 miles from Alston on A689 Brampton Rd)

Drinks Only Pubs

• The Turks head
• The Victoria Inn

Food Outlets, Cafes & Supermarkets

• Spar Supermarket & Texaco Garage – open 6am – 10pm with ATM
• The Co-Op supermarket – open 7am – 10pm with free ATM inside the store
• Alston Whole Foods  – superb selection of local produce and specialist foods including vegan & gluten free 
• Jack’s Takeaway     
• Saddlers Cafe & Bakery (closed Mondays)
• The Station Cafe @ the South Tyne railway station (Weds to Sun)
• The Nook Cafe and Farm shop – 2 miles from Alston on the A689 Brampton Rd
• The Little Buffet Car – Slaggyford Station (Fri, Sat & Sunday only when trains are running)                
• The Hive Cafe and Craft Centre – Nenthead