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Welcome to The George
Orton
The George Hotel is at the heart of our beautiful village which has been our home for around 3 years. We decided to run the village pub in February 2024, when it became at risk of closure.
Orton is an amazing & beautiful village, once a hidden gem it has benefitted more recently from becoming part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. More tranquil than the Lake District National Park which lies to the west. Orton is surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside, peaceful country lanes and the nearby Orton fells. Walkers, cyclists, bird watchers and wildflower enthusiasts appreciate its natural charm.
Orton is also an ideal base for those wishing to explore the Lake District National Park to the west and the rest of the Yorkshire Dales National Park to the east. The Lune valley is nearby and the Upper Eden valley is only a few miles away.
Orton itself has a lot to offer, The Wainwright ‘Coast to Coast’ walk passes through the village and is a popular staging post before the long haul to Kirby Stephen. Other walks from the village lead over Orton Scar a place of deep fissures that support ferns and wildflowers. Beyond the Scar lies Castle Folds, a small fort and wall constructed to hold cattle during Scottish raids.
One mile east of Orton is the ancient Gamelands Stone Circle some 100 yards in circumference. Although one of the largest in Cumbria, all of its stones have tumbled, and none are higher than one yard. Above the village is Great Asby Scar which is an open, exposed area of land with stunning areas of limestone pavement. Also nearby is Sunbiggin Tarn – an unusual small lake important for birds and other animals that thrive there.
Good sturdy boots are required in order to visit these places, however if you choose to explore our village you will find becks that cross the common land in our village centre, the award-winning Kennedy’s Chocolate Shop & Orton Scar Café all which are a must for visitors. The local Village Store & Post Office offers basic provisions, locally made produce, fresh sandwiches and picnic supplies.
We hope you enjoy your stay in Orton at The George, if there is anything we can do for you to ensure you stay in enjoyable, please do not hesitate to ask.
The George
Summer Check in & out times
Check in time – 3pm
Check out time – 10am
Pub Opening Hours
Summer – Easter- September
Monday -Friday from 3pm
(food served 5:30pm-9pm)
Saturday from 12.30 pm (food served 12.30-3pm/5:30-9pm)
Sunday from 12.30pm (food served 12.30-3pm/5:30-9pm)
Bank Holidays – from 12:30pm (food served 12.30-3pm/5:30-9pm)
WiFi – THE GEORGE HOTEL
Password – orton123
Pub Telephone Number – 01539 303015.
Dates for your Dairy & extra things to do when visiting
Orton Farmers Market
2nd Saturday in the month
Orton Scarecrow Festival
(May, Whitsun Bank Holiday Weekend)
Greenholme Agricultural Show & Gala
2nd Saturday in June
Facebook – Greenholme Agricultural Show & Gala
Orton Market Hall
Various events & live music
Other useful links
http://edenvalleyeye.co.uk/eden-valley-events.htm
No Smoking
In accordance with the law, smoking & vaping is not permitted in any of our rooms
Our smoke detectors are very sensitive & will be activated by cigarette smoke, resulted in a full evacuation of the hotel & a fine for £200 for the room number responsible.
Emergency Contacts
We hope you enjoy your stay at The George.
If you experience any difficulties, please pop down to the bar to discuss with staff.
For any issues out of hours please pop to reception, where the duty on call staff will have left their contact details.
Packed Lunches Available at the bar
£9.50
Any orders for packed lunches must be made before 8pm the evening before.