Reviews in Cumbria and Lake District

4.5

James S

We were looking for a late evening, last minute Italian in Bowness and boy did this hit the spot. Prompt service, great pizza, good value and a nice atmosphere even though it was the end of the night.

4.8

Red

Lovely lunch after a hike up Loughrigg direct from the front door of the hotel! Couldn't be in a better spot right by Rydal Water. I had a great spot in front of the fire with my wet dog!

4.5

Clive

Wow what a place! Was a beautiful property before the current owners took over but no something else! No expense spared in any area of this hotel. Gorgeous art works throughout. I dined in the bar area and had the chicken cotoletta which was excellent. A guy on the next table said the accompanying mash was the best he'd ever tasted. Service was what you would expect from a place like this. Will return to dine in the main restaurant 'Stella' Great work team Linthwaite!

Absolutely brilliant menu and food beautifully presented. Really pleasant and helpful staff. Would recommend to anybody.

4.5

Margaret

My friend and I had a lovely lunch here on the way back from Scotland. We were very impressed with the food and ambience. Recommended

4.8

The333D

Great pub in one of the most beautiful little villages in the Lakes and even the UK. A lovely olde worlde feel with modern touches. Food is excellent and its also a proper pub too. Highly recommended!

Beautiful surroundings, great Chanti, the four of us all had a different meal two of which were vegan, each one was excellent. Only two if us had dessert a Tiramasu and a lemon sorbet they were devine. The service takes it's time but just right for drinking wine and enjoying company.

4.8

Rolo

We just love this place! Fantastic location in the Langdales, great hearty food and I love the Lakeland beers. We return again and again!

4.8

Bad Bob

Great pub restaurant with rooms in Sedburgh. Taken over by a couple who ran restaurants in Manchester and have brought that contemporary city vibe to a country coaching Inn. Loved my Hereford Beef pie for lunch. Rooms are great with awesome bathrooms

We have just had a beautiful Sunday roast. Starters were full of flavour and well sized portions. Children’s menu again boasts a well sized portion, excellent quality and value for money. Much nicer than some of your “branded” pubs serving food. Excellent value and quality food! Thankyou for the lovely welcoming atmosphere! Beautifully decorated pub full of character and history

Excellent place we stayed on the campsite and had everything we needed provided for us. The staff and owner were friendly helpful and welcoming. The food was amazing and brilliant portions. Highly recommend a visit

Booked in here tonight for a table of 7 people . The table was reserved but no cutlery ,condiments etc in place . We asked to set up a tab as we knew we would be having a few drinks ,food etc but were told that we had to pay as we ordered . After one drink they ran out of ice , the meal came after a lengthy wait ( only two other tables occupied ) the adults scampi of which we had ordered two of varied from 6 pieces of scampi to 9 pieces whereas the child’s scampi at1/2 the price had 5 pieces on it !!!!!! We had to ask for cutlery,salt,pepper and sauces . There were no beer mats, no glasses cleared despite the table being full , they then asked if we wanted puddings before they had cleared away plates . Definitely a real let down and will not be returning again

4.5

Sally S

Love this place!. A great part of the lakes. lovely rooms and of course the badgers!!

Amazing place really enjoyed te food, service and atmosphere. Clearly the best place to eat in Windermere and Bowness

2.8

The Judge

Bad attitude all round. Walked in to be told we couldn't order food for 15 minutes. ordered 2 drinks, can we have a tab, only if you sit inside. You cant sit there its reserved. OK can we just order the food and pay and then it can come out whenever you are ready. no cant do that. None of the above was out of order just the arsey way it was delivered. So we paid for the 2 drinks and left, left them £60 shorter too.

3.5

Judge

Lovely old pub in the village of Broughton which I love. Food well presented and pretty good. Service was good but understaffed for the hot sunny day. The place is clearly making an effort.

4.8

WH

I strongly recommend this place if you are after quality, hearty and tasty food. A foodie place but big portions and more artisan style. Real proper food!

5.0

Vimto

Unpretentious, great beer in the famous cowshed Hikers Bar, hearty simple yet quality food, lovely rooms with stunning views, very well priced., friendly staff who are nearly all their to climb some of the best rock faces in England and nearly all of the best walks in the Lakes literally from their door What’s not to love