At a glance
A recently refurbished 17th-century coaching inn in the village of Ettrickbridge, holding Scotland's Pub of the Year award in 2023 and 2024, with real ales, a Scottish-influenced menu and bed and breakfast rooms.
- LocationEttrickbridge, Ettrick Valley
- Stay formatVillage coaching inn
- Published capacityEnsuite bed and breakfast rooms
- Best forEttrick and Yarrow Water fishing
Why it may suit a fishing party
Ettrickbridge sits away from the main Tweed towns, making the inn a practical base for the Ettrick and Yarrow valleys rather than the main-stem Tweed. Its informal, dog-friendly character suits anglers returning from a day on the water.
How it fits the fishing
Cross Keys Inn can be considered alongside suitable fishing in its region, but a river name alone is not enough: individual beats can be far apart. Best Fishing Scotland can check the actual meeting points, arrange guides, permits and equipment, and build realistic daily transfers around the final accommodation choice.
Share dates, target species, party size and the needs of non-angling guests before either element is committed.
Questions to settle before booking
- Exact bedrooms, bed configuration and single occupancy.
- Meal times against early guide departures.
- Storage and drying space for boots, outerwear and waders.
- Accessibility, dietary, child and pet requirements.
- Deposit, cancellation and minimum-stay terms.
- Which fishing, if any, is included—never assume permits or a named beat.
Research sources
Checked against current property information in August 2026. Facilities and terms can change.
