Overview
3-star countryside hotel on Kirkbride Airfield in Wigton
Accommodations & Rooms
The White Heather Hotel Wigton offers only 6 guest rooms for overnight stays, each with a private bathroom and tea and coffee maker. Rooms provide garden or mountain views, with some featuring views over the airfield. The White Heather has family rooms with spacious layouts and a comfortable bed that guests described as giving the best sleep in a while.
Dining Experience
The on-site restaurant serves British cuisine with lunch available on Wednesday and Sunday, including a duo roast with all the trimmings and a dessert trolley loaded with homemade options. Breakfast includes continental, buffet, full English/Irish, vegetarian, and gluten-free selections, with a cooked full English available for £10 extra. The bar offers wine, champagne, and a selection of drinks, plus a picnic area for outdoor dining.
Location & Setting
White Heather Kirkbride sits at the end of the Kirkbride Airfield runway, surrounded by WW2-era hangars and light aircraft. The rural location provides quiet surroundings, yet Carlisle Castle is 22 km away and the Solway coast is within easy reach. The hotel has free on-site private parking with enough space for large vehicles, and the owner has been known to give guests a lift to nearby events in bad weather.
Function & Events
The White Heather Hotel Wigton has a massive function room and ballroom that can host events, weddings, and family reunions. The venue offers a spacious dining room with a ballroom setting and an old-world feel, ideal for large gatherings. Ample parking and the owner's personal service make it a popular choice for group functions.
Pet-Friendly & Guest Services
The White Heather welcomes dogs and has accommodated pets with VIP treatment, including extra attention from the owner. Guests benefit from private check-in and check-out, security alarms, and smoke alarms for safety. The hotel is non-smoking throughout, with heating available in all rooms.
- Rooms: Only 6 guest rooms with en-suite bathrooms
- Dining: British restaurant open Wednesday and Sunday for lunch
- Location: On Kirkbride Airfield, 22 km from Carlisle Castle
- Amenities: Free private parking, garden, picnic area
- Function: Massive ballroom for events and family reunions
- Pet-friendly: Dogs welcome with VIP treatment from the owner
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Picnic area/ Tables
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
VIP check-in/ -out
Services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Essential information about The White Heather Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 98 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 7.5 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 35.1 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Carlisle Lake District, CAX |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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