The Priory Bed & Breakfast - Scorton (Lancashire)

Historic 17th-century coaching inn in the Forest of Bowland

Accommodation

The Priory in Scorton offers boutique rooms and self-catering apartments within a building that dates back to 1650. Accommodation includes Double Rooms with Private Bathrooms, Suites, and Deluxe Apartments, each with modern en-suite facilities and flat-screen TVs. Guests staying in apartments have access to a kitchenette with new appliances and a comfortable living area.

Dining

The Priory Bed & Breakfast Scorton operates an on-site cafe open daily from 10am to 4pm, serving hearty breakfasts, lunches, and homemade cakes using locally sourced ingredients. The cafe features a welcoming log fire and a pretty outdoor dining area surrounded by trees and stone buildings. Evening meals are not served, but guests can pre-order a ploughman's platter or drinks for their room; the cafe also offers ice cream and a coffee van outside.

Outdoor Activities

Set on the edge of Bowland Forest, Priory Scorton provides secure cycle storage and a clothes drying room for walkers and cyclists exploring the scenic routes. The surrounding area is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with access to local activities including clay shooting and bird watching. Free on-site parking is available, and the village of Scorton offers a convenience store and a gift shop across the road.

Pet-Friendly & Family-Friendly

The Priory welcomes pets with no extra charges, and staff make a fuss of four-legged guests. Families are accommodated in spacious apartments like the One-Bedroom Superior Apartment or the Apartment with Shower, which offer kitchen facilities and plenty of room for children. The property provides a quiet, safe environment with parking directly outside the apartments for easy loading and unloading.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Priory Bed & Breakfast Scorton sits in the centre of Scorton village, just a 2-minute drive from Wyresdale Park wedding venue and 20 minutes from Lancaster. Guests can easily reach the Forest of Bowland, Blackpool's attractions, and the Lake District for day trips. The property is also close to Lancaster University, making it a practical choice for visiting academics and students.

• Historic Building: Parts dating back to 1650, former coaching inn
• Breakfast: Full English with locally sourced ingredients, vegetarian and vegan options
• Cycle Storage: Secure storage and clothes drying room for cyclists
• Pet Policy: Dogs welcome with no additional fees
• Nearby Venue: 2-minute drive to Wyresdale Park
• Cafe: Open daily 10am-4pm with log fire and outdoor seating