WELCOME TO the
boatside
inn
Great food, excellent beer, friendly staff and superb accommodation.
welcome to the Boatside Inn
Situated in the picturesque hamlet of Warden, just a few miles west of Hexham, The Boatside Inn is a traditional country pub with rooms in Northumberland, ideally placed for exploring Hadrian’s Wall, the Tyne Valley and the beautiful Northumberland countryside.
Whether you’re joining us for a relaxed lunch, an evening meal, a Sunday roast or a peaceful overnight stay, you’ll enjoy freshly prepared seasonal food, regularly changing specials, an excellent selection of beers, wines and spirits, and a warm Northumbrian welcome.
Our new Manager, Anne, joins us with a wealth of hospitality experience and a background in high-end dining. A genuine food enthusiast, she is passionate about delivering exceptional service and works closely with her team, placing a strong emphasis on training, development and consistently high standards to ensure every guest enjoys a memorable visit.
With comfortable guest accommodation, a peaceful riverside setting and award-winning food, The Boatside Inn is the perfect destination for visitors exploring Hexham, Hadrian’s Wall and Northumberland, as well as for locals looking to enjoy great food, quality drinks and genuine hospitality.
opening Times
Normal Opening & Food Service Times:
Monday & Tuesday
Closed
(Excluding Bank Holiday Mondays)
Wednesday – Friday
Open: 11:30am until close
Food Served:
Lunch: 12pm – 2:30pm
Evening: 5:30pm – 8pm
Saturday
Open: 11:30am until close
Food Served: 12pm – 8pm
Sunday
Open: 11:30am – 6pm
Sunday Lunch: 12pm – 4pm
Breakfast for Residents
Guests staying in our rooms can add a continental breakfast to their reservation. Breakfast will be left in the room for guests to enjoy at their leisure.
Continental breakfasts must be ordered in advance.
Christmas & New Year 2026/27:
Christmas Eve
Open: 11:30am – 9pm
Food Served: 12pm – 6pm
Christmas Day
Closed
Boxing Day
Open: 11:30am – 6pm
Food Served: 12pm – 4pm
Boxing Day Observed (Monday 28th)
Open: 11:30am – 6pm
Food Served: 12pm – 4pm
New Year’s Eve
Open: 11:30am – 6pm
Food Served: 12pm – 4pm
New Year’s Day
Open: 11:30am – 6pm
Food Served: 12pm – 4pm
January 2027 Closure
The Boatside Inn will close for its annual two-week winter break from Monday 11 January and will reopen on Wednesday 27 January 2027.
We recommend making a reservation to avoid disappointment especially during busy and peak periods.
*Outdoor dining and drinking on a first come first serve basis.
Dining at
The Boatside
Our home-cooked dishes are freshly prepared by Head Chef Mark and his talented kitchen team, using high-quality seasonal ingredients and all dishes cooked from scratch.
Mark is passionate about creating exciting, mouth-watering specials that change regularly, working with the seasons. He loves experimenting with new flavours and incorporating foraged ingredients wherever possible to create dishes that are both creative and full of character.
Whether you’re joining us for a relaxed lunch, a hearty Sunday roast or an evening meal, we’re proud to offer a warm welcome, friendly and attentive service, and a memorable dining experience.
We’re also incredibly proud to have recently been awarded our first AA Rosette. This prestigious recognition reflects the dedication, creativity and hard work of the entire kitchen team, and our commitment to delivering exceptional food and service at The Boatside Inn.
private functions & celebrations
We love hosting private parties, celebrations and special events, and are happy to tailor each occasion to suit your individual requirements.
Our warm and characterful pub offers a choice of inviting spaces, from the cosy snug with its open fire to the lively main restaurant and bright, sun-filled conservatory. Whether you are planning an intimate gathering or a larger celebration, we can help create the right setting for your event.
To discuss a private party or event, please contact manager@theboatsideinn.co.uk or call 01434 602233.
Drinking at the boatside...!
Whether you’re joining us for a leisurely lunch, evening meal or simply a drink with friends, our bar offers a wide selection to suit every occasion.
We’re proud to support local producers, showcasing beers, spirits and other drinks from across Northumberland and the North East alongside carefully selected favourites from further afield. We offer a rotating guest cask ale alongside a carefully selected range of lagers, bottled beers and traditional ciders. Our spirits collection includes a varied choice of gins, whiskies, rums and other favourites, complemented by a wide selection of soft drinks and alcohol-free options.
Our wine list offers something for every taste and budget. Available by the glass or bottle, you’ll find wines from Europe, South America, New Zealand and beyond, selected to pair beautifully with our seasonal menus and regularly changing specials.
When the sun is shining, our spacious beer garden is the ideal place to relax with a drink or enjoy a meal outdoors. Set beside the South Tyne River and surrounded by the beautiful Northumberland countryside, it’s a peaceful spot to catch up with friends, watch the world go by and make the most of warmer days.
accommodation
Housed in a self-contained, charming stone building, The Boatside accommodation offers a cosy countryside retreat with all the comforts of home. Each room is tastefully decorated to a high standard to ensure a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
Our rooms accommodate between 2 and 4 guests (12 in total), with a choice of twin beds or a super-comfortable super king-sized bed for a restful night’s sleep. Whether you’re visiting for a quiet getaway or part of a larger group, we offer flexibility to suit your individual requirements.
Just a few steps from your room, you’ll find our welcoming country pub, where guests can enjoy traditional home-cooked evening meals. For a relaxed start to the day, breakfast can be added to your reservation and will be left in your room for you to enjoy at your leisure.
the gift of giving!
We’re delighted to now offer gift vouchers – the perfect present for friends & relatives, food lovers or those in need of a relaxing getaway.
Whether you’d like to treat someone to a delicious meal in our welcoming restaurant or a sumptuous stay in one of our charming rooms, our vouchers make a thoughtful and flexible gift.
Click the link below to give the gift of great food and warm hospitality – and if you have any questions, feel free to contact us using the details below:
Email us at manager@theboatsideinn.co.uk, or give us a call at 01434 602233.
fishing
The Boatside Inn is conveniently located to enjoy the extremely popular “Warden beat” situated near the meeting of the North and South Tyne rivers, an excellent spot for Salmon and Trout fishing.
This special location stretches over two miles from the meetings of the Tyne Watersmeet to Fourstones on the South Tyne, over 1 1/2 miles from Tyne Watersmeet to Warden, and from Nether Warden to Walwick on the North Tyne.
We work closely with Warden Fishing and would be delighted to cater for your accommodation and dining requirements throughout the fishing season. Please find further details here https://www.wardenfishing.co.uk/
established in 1782
Dating back to 1782, the Boatside Inn has a rich history as an alehouse and continues to be a popular destination for drinkers and diners both local and from further afield. It was originally a trading station and stop for river crossings. Warden Bridge, along with all the bridges in the Tyne Valley (except for the bridge at Corbridge) was destroyed in the great Flood of 1771.
The first road bridge at Warden was a suspension bridge built in 1826. In 1877 it collapsed under the weight of a steam threshing machine and was rebuilt. Eventually the bridge was replaced by a stone arch bridge in 1903 and this is the bridge that stands today.
Dog friendly
Your friendly four-legged friends are welcome in the bar and snug area. There are dog bowls and treats to keep their tails wagging!
Guest Testimonials
I would be back if I visit the area.
The food was fantastic and really tasty. The twice brewed beer (Name of the beer) was really nice. Would really recommend if you are in the area
I have to recommend in particular the Mixed Grill Kebab, a magnificent and varied plate of food which almost defeated me, but I persevered and demolished every morsel! No room for dessert, sadly. A really good evening. Many thanks.
They were delicious and came witin 10 minutes of odering. Plenty of veg . 2 meals and two pints for less than £40. What's not to like.
We ordered a chicken burger & a beef burger and both were very good and good portion sizes. Really enjoyed!
In addition, we would recommend the bar area as was modern clean and fresh and the ladies who served us couldn't have been more friendly and accommodating...thank you. Can't wait to return
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