The Rat Inn
A long-established gastropub in the village of Anick, a few miles from Hexham, with views over the Tyne Valley. Its Sunday roasts and seasonal menu are highly rated.
The Rat Inn is a traditional old inn in the small village of Anick, about 3 km northeast of Hexham, beside the village green. Its garden looks out over the Tyne Valley. The menu changes with the seasons. Popular dishes include smoked mackerel pâté with hot toast, smoked sea bass, the sharing chateaubriand for two, and a Sunday roast lunch. Reviews praise the views, atmosphere and service, though some people think prices are high. The inn is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays and serves from Wednesday to Sunday. Book through the website in advance and arrive 10 minutes early. It is a few minutes' drive from the A69 Hexham roundabout, so you will need a car or taxi.
Opening hours
Food served Wednesday to Saturday 12:00-14:30 and 17:00-20:00; Sunday 12:00-15:00; closed Monday and Tuesday
Nearby sights
- Hexham Old Gaol
- Hexham Abbey
- Corbridge Roman Town
- Aydon Castle
- Chesters Roman Fort
- Temple of Mithras, Carrawburgh
- Allen Banks & Staward Gorge
- Housesteads Roman Fort