The Greyhound Inn

The historic Greyhound Inn

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  • Small pub stopover in Burgh by Sands, 20 minutes' drive from Carlisle
  • Hadrian's Wall Trail and Cycleway just outside the pub
  • High-quality, locally sourced food and cask ales available on site
Set your sights on Cumbrian stays? This nifty pub stopover spot in Burgh by Sands has easy access to Carlisle and the Solway Firth, making it a top choice for hols spent on England’s northern edge. The Greyhound Inn is a fine country pub in the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Rural rambles are definitely on the cards here, as this wildlife haven is home to historic hamlets, nature reserves, sand dunes and salt marshes. Dogs are welcome at this site, and you can be pretty sure they'll appreciate the wide range of local explores to be had hereabouts. This landscape is rich in history, too: the Hadrian’s Wall National Trail and Hadrian’s Cycleway pass right by the pub. King Edward I also died in the village, and a monument stands at the spot where he fell in the nearby marshes. With a toilet, disabled facilities and free wifi, this site's well kitted-out for back-to-basics stays. The on-site pub is a friendly spot that's popular with visitors and locals alike, with cosy corners where you can unwind and sample cask ales and a south-facing outdoor decking area for alfresco dining. If you're planning on picnicking when out and about, the nearest supermarket is about 10 minutes' drive away.

Site type

Motorhome sites 4
Opens

Languages spoken

English

French

Spanish

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Gastronomic delight Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Pub campground Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

The Greyhound Inn

Burgh by Sands

Cumbria

England

CA5 6AN

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

54.92152°N
-3.05651°W

Nearest transport

Coach
8.5 km Bus Station
15.1 km War Memorial
15.1 km War Memorial
Rail
8.6 km Carlisle Rail Station
8.9 km Gretna Green Rail Station
9.4 km Dalston (Cumbria) Rail Station
Ferry
36.8 km Keswick Ferry Landing
36.9 km Nichol End (Derwentwater) Ferry Landing
37.7 km Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Carlisle, a sizeable city with heritage sites aplenty, is a 20-minute drive away. The castle, a fearsome fortress whose inside walls are covered with eerie carvings made by former prisoners, once held Mary Queen of Scots. Other spots of interest include the city’s red stone cathedral and Tullie House, a museum and art gallery with artefacts from the days when Carlisle was an outpost on the edge of the Roman Empire. Visiting twitchers staying in the area should flutter over to RSPB Campfield Marsh (25 minutes), a hub for wading birds. For man-made flights, head to the Solway Aviation Museum (25 minutes), a heritage centre located on the same site as a working airfield. Day trips to the Lakes are also a doddle: Bassenthwaite Lake (40 minutes) is a top spot for watersports, while peaceful Derwentwater (50 minutes) has handy waymarked paths for lakeside strolls. While you're here, head to Keswick (50 minutes) to sort boat trips, to try out the local adventure park or to sample the wares at a local Lakeland brewery.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Allonby 29.6 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Southerness 35.1 km Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Sandyhills 43 km Sea N/AN/APoorPoor
Rockcliffe 47.8 km Estuary N/APoorPoorPoor

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Carlisle Castle 7.7 km

World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop Centre 9.3 km

Birdoswald Roman Fort 29.9 km

Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 32.1 km

John Paul Jones Cottage Museum & Visitor Centre 33.9 km

National Trust

Wordsworth House and Garden 35 km

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 42.2 km

Allen Banks and Staward Gorge 46.7 km

Hadrian's Wall and Housesteads Fort 48.1 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Burgh Marsh and the Edward 1 Monument 1.4 km

Around Carlisle 8.2 km

Hadrian's Wall Part 2 - Carlisle to Lanercost Priory 8.2 km

DALSTON ROAD CEMETERY 8.3 km

Battle of Solway Moss, 1542 10.5 km

Local events

  • Kendal Calling (Thursday, 31 July 2025 – Thursday, 31 July 2025)

    Penrith, England 41.5 km

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does The Greyhound Inn have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Greyhound Inn dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Greyhound Inn? Carlisle, a sizeable city with heritage sites aplenty, is a 20-minute drive away. The castle, a fearsome fortress whose inside walls are covered with eerie carvings made by former prisoners, once held … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Greyhound Inn?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  Anytime –  10:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  Anytime
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