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The Boatside Inn, Hexham, Northumberland

The Boatside Inn

4.4
4.4
18 Reviews
£25 and under
British
Warden, Hexham NE46 4SQ, Hexham, Northumberland NE46 4SQ

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
7:00 pm
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Situated in the attractive hamlet of Warden, a few miles west of Hexham, The Boatside Inn offers a friendly welcome at a traditional country pub in the heart of Northumberland. Ideal for those looking to tread along the Northumberland trails or delve into the history of Hadrian’s Wall.

Our Head Chef is dedicated to creating exceptional dishes made fresh to order, using only the finest ingredients, delivering enhanced flavours and quality.

A must-try is our signature dish: the succulent, slow-cooked braised beef short rib, paired with a rich Pancetta & Baby Onion Sauce.

Our menu is diverse and caters to all tastes, including a wide range of dietary needs. We’re proud to offer numerous gluten-free options, as well as tasty vegetarian and vegan dishes to satisfy every palate.

Don't miss out on our renowned Sunday lunch – it's a local favourite, and we highly recommend booking in advance to secure your spot. Save room for dessert though!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Beer Garden, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Tue–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–7:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:15 pm
  • Phone number
    01434 602233
  • Website
    https://theboatsideinn.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We can plan a menu to suit your unique requirements, whether that be a buffet style or 4 course dining experience.
  • Private party facilities
    Celebrate your special occasion - wedding reception, birthday party, work party or gathering of friends and family.Book our private dining room for up to 26 people.
  • Location
    Warden, Hexham NE46 4SQ, Hexham, Northumberland NE46 4SQ
  • Area
    Hexham
  • Cross Street
    Walking distance from Hexham - 2 miles along the river path.
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Public transit
    The 687 bus from Hexham stops outside The Boatside Inn
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

The Boatside Inn's menu was last updated 2025-03-14.

Served from 12 – 5pm

Sandwiches

with Crisps, Slaw & Dressed Salad (gfa)

  • The Boatside ClubGBP 12.95

    on White or Brown Bread

    • Hot Roast of The Day Baguette & GravyGBP 10.00

      • Tandoori Chicken, Cucumber, Tzatziki Flat BreadGBP 9.00

        • Free Range Egg Mayonnaise & CressGBP 7.00

          on White / Brown Bread (v)

          Toasties

          Served on White or Brown Bread with Crisps, Slaw & Dressed Salad (gfa)

          • Cheddar Cheese & TomatoGBP 7.00

            • Portobello Mushroom & GruyereGBP 9.50

              • Honey Roast Ham & Cheddar CheeseGBP 9.50

                • Tuna Mayonnaise & Cheddar CheeseGBP 8.00

                  Last updated: 14 March 2025

                  What 18 people are saying

                  The Boatside Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                  Overall ratings and reviews

                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                  4.4
                  4.4 based on recent ratings
                  • 4.5Food
                  • 4.3Service
                  • 4.4Ambience
                  • 4.5Value

                  Noise • Energetic

                  Loved For

                  • Newcastle and Northumberland

                    Great for brunch

                  • Newcastle and Northumberland

                    Child-friendly

                  • Newcastle and Northumberland

                    Good for groups

                  • Newcastle and Northumberland

                    Great for outdoor dining

                  • Newcastle and Northumberland

                    Great for scenic views

                  Review summary

                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                  The Boatside Inn offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with "friendly and helpful staff" and "excellent food." Guests appreciate the "lovely location" and "comfortable surroundings." While some experienced slower service, the delicious dishes, especially the fish pie, and excellent value make it a favorite for many, particularly during Hexham Restaurant Week.
                  18 Reviews

                  1. Peter

                    Yorkshire1 review

                    5.0

                    Dined 4 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    As usual lovely food in a very pleasant country pub.

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                  2. Stephen

                    Newcastle1 review

                    4.0

                    Dined 5 days ago

                    1. Overall 4
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 3
                    Food was great, served promptly but not rushed, prices reasonable for such a pleasant place. Only problem was that we (couple) were seated next to a party with lots of children, who weren’t doing anything wrong, but were very noisy. Might be an idea to keep the family groups in the conservatory.

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                  3. OpenTable Diner

                    Newcastle2 reviews

                    4.0

                    Dined 6 days ago

                    1. Overall 4
                    2. Food 4
                    3. Service 4
                    4. Ambience 4
                    A pleasant experience. Big change since the previous regime in terms of the cooking standard. Skipped starters bit they sounded good. Delicious homemade lamb hot pot, correctly served with sliced potatoes on top. A tasty gravy which I'm sure was made from stock in the traditional way. My wife's burger got the thumb's up too and also looked home made. Deserts looked tempting, so succumbed. STP is ubiquituous , wish places would try something a bit different as you get this absolutely everywhere, but apparently it was fine . Lemon cheeesecake with raspberry sorbet was scrumptiuos and also homemade I think, so big tick. Friendly service from a charming young lady, and I guessed possibly the patron at the end. Only downside was the gents loo---a communal stainless steel urinal is more suited to a music venue than a high end Inn, otherwise excellent.

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                  4. Joanne

                    Newcastle1 review

                    5.0

                    Dined on 6 April 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Staff very friendly and accommodating , first time visiting, we’ll certainly be back

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                  5. Pauline

                    Newcastle1 review

                    4.0

                    Dined on 5 April 2025

                    1. Overall 4
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 4
                    4. Ambience 4
                    Lovely meal. I am coeliac and was able to eat almost everything on the menu. Perfect. Staff very friendly and helpful.

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                  6. Lucy

                    New York City3 reviews

                    5.0

                    Dined on 4 April 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    The food was delicious, staff were super friendly and it was excellent value.

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                  7. AmandaP VIP

                    London7 reviews

                    2.0

                    Dined on 23 March 2025

                    1. Overall 2
                    2. Food 2
                    3. Service 1
                    4. Ambience 2
                    Service was very slow. Wrong drink bought to the table and only one bitter available. Food was very average and slow in coming out. Shame as a lovely setting but won’t be returning

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                  8. Anne

                    Newcastle1 review

                    3.0

                    Dined on 9 March 2025

                    1. Overall 3
                    2. Food 3
                    3. Service 3
                    4. Ambience 2
                    On arrival the table didn't look very clean but as it was set I didn't speak out. The water glasses all had water marks on them as did the wine glasses when they were brought to the table. The service was slow. A server said they would bring menus and then returned to take order before menus had been given to us. The meals were ok. Most of our party had beef which all said was fatty. The meals went cold quickly as the plates seemed cold. The servers did seem young and inexperienced which could be a reason. They were all very polite.

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                  9. Keith

                    Newcastle1 review

                    5.0

                    Dined on 8 March 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Great location, smart, clean and welcoming. Quality traditional fare served by polite and helpful staff.

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                  10. Olha

                    Newcastle1 review

                    5.0

                    Dined on 8 March 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Great food and perfect service, we really enjoyed our visit

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                  FAQs

                  The Boatside Inn offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01434 602233.

                  The Boatside Inn is rated 4.4 stars by 18 OpenTable diners.

                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                  2. United Kingdom
                  3. Newcastle and Northumberland
                  4. South Northumberland
                  5. Hexham

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                  Booked 7 times today
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                  Warden, Hexham NE46 4SQ, Hexham, Northumberland NE46 4SQ

                  Dining areas

                  Additional information

                  • Cross Street
                    Walking distance from Hexham - 2 miles along the river path.
                  • Area
                    Hexham
                  • Hours of Operation
                    Bar Tue–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–7:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:15 pm
                  • Price
                    £25 and under
                  • Cuisines
                    British, Beer Garden, Gastro Pub
                  • Dining style
                    Casual Dining
                  • Dress code
                    Casual Dress
                  • Parking details
                    Private Parking
                  • Public transit
                    The 687 bus from Hexham stops outside The Boatside Inn
                  • Payment Options
                    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                  • Additional
                    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                  • Website
                    https://theboatsideinn.co.uk/
                  • Phone number
                    01434 602233
                  • Catering
                    We can plan a menu to suit your unique requirements, whether that be a buffet style or 4 course dining experience.
                  • Private party facilities
                    Celebrate your special occasion - wedding reception, birthday party, work party or gathering of friends and family.Book our private dining room for up to 26 people.
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