Community owned since 2020, when over twenty thousand volunteer hours went into a massive refurbishment, The Gun at Ridsdale is a traditional country inn set in the heart of the beautiful Northumberland countryside.
is very close to Northumberland National Park which makes it the perfect base for ramblers and cyclists who want to make the most of our countryside at a leisurely pace.
A gem of a local pub
This is a little gem of a community pub. We are staying nearby and booked for an early evening meal taking our aged Labrador along for the ride. The food was really good pub food…nothing fancy, but my three bean chilli was delicious, as was my husband’s lasagna. Both staff and regulars were really friendly and welcoming. We’ll definitely go back if we get the chance before we leave, possibly for the regular Thursday quiz night! If you’re staying in the area I can thoroughly recommend that you pay this lovely place a visit!
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Grogleydog
5 May 2026
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Lovely community run pub -a really lovely place to stay.
A great place to stay. We stayed for 2 nights for a last minute get away. This community run pub is a real hidden gem. The pub is cosy and friendly and has a lovely log burner. The food was really good and well priced and they served a good bitter which pleased my other half. There is a lovely view from the dining room too. The room was comfy and spotless and had everything you needed. There may not be fancy toiletries but the bed was really comfortable and the towels and linen were also spotless. Plentiful tea and coffee in the room, tv and sufficient hanging space. There was also a plug socket near a mirror to dry your hair -hurray !! So many hotels don’t think of this so this made a pleasant change. The staff were all amazing and the breakfast was brilliant. All in all a great place and we will definitely be back. A good base for seeing Hadrians wall, Vindolanda and Roman forts. It has a small car park at the rear and a nice beer garden too. Would definitely recommend.
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Jane H
4 May 2026
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Good place to stop
I had a nice stop there, sandwich and a drink, excellent value for what it was, I will be back, pub was pretty busy . Great view
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Rob B
6 April 2026
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A68 stop-over.
Very comfortable, clean and stylish accommodation. Friendly staff and clientele. Good food. Highly recommended for an overnight stay on the A68.
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Margaret H
22 March 2026
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Everything you want
Superb all round for location, food and immaculate rooms. Service excellent staff amazing. Food exceptional. Pizzas were fantastic also. Breakfast was (simply the best) definitely will be returning
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Joe M
1 March 2026
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Outstanding
What a place, clean, comfy rooms. Location and views to die for. Food amazing I didnt want to leave and cannot wait to return
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Lynn W
2 January 2026
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Fabulous experience of this country pub
Myself and my husband booked a two night stay at the gun and we were not disappointed, the rooms were lovely, clean and very modern, the food was lovely and portions perfect, the staff were welcoming as were the locals, perfect little country pub and very modern with a lovely log burner that added that perfect little touch to the bar area, the manger sat and chatted for quite a while with myself and my husband, so welcoming, the lady who’s name we didn’t catch that seen to us for breakfast couldn’t of been more helpful and polite if she tried, she made sure we had everything we needed, myself and my husband will definitely be back for another stay
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Lisa B
7 December 2025
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Well worth a visit
Vibrant community owned village pub. Welcomed by all, locals & staff alike, warm & friendly. Attended as a family of seven, with three children. Great food. We enjoyed it so much we returned again later in the week, enjoying exactly the same experience. Also worth a mention. Super kind to the dog, offering treats & fuss.
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Luke E
3 November 2025
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Halloween quiz stay
Great stay at this friendly pub. Were welcomed for the quiz night and had a lovely meal. Room clean and a good size. Would recommend and hope to visit again soon.