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Glen Rothay Hotel and Badger Bar

British, Pub Food • Rydal
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4.9/5
(015394) 34500 Rydal Water, Rydal, Cumbria, LA22 9LR (015394)…Show (015394) 34500
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Grade II-listed Lakeland hotel and restaurant in Rydal with a resident family of badgers.
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About Glen Rothay Hotel and Badger Bar

The Glen Rothay gets its name from the river which runs past the hotel into nearby Rydal Water, which it overlooks. Originally known as David's Inn, and then Ivy Cottage, this Grade II-listed coaching inn dates right back to 1624 and was a familiar haunt for Wordsworth when he lived nearby at Rydal Mount. It remains a favourite with passing walkers. The hotel's Badger Bar is named after the set of badgers that live on the hill behind and are fed every day. If you're in need of sustenance you can eat here in either the restaurant, the bar or outside in the beer garden. The food is British, homemade and local with proper pies, a range of burgers, good fish & chips and a proper Sunday Roast with lunch and dinner served every day. And while you’re here, don’t miss the striking loos which are literally built into the rock! The hotel has 13 bedrooms, all en suite, with great views out over the Lakeland landscape and best rates when booked direct.

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4.9
Food 4.8/5
Service 4.9/5
Atmosphere 4.7/5
Value for Money 5.0/5
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Mon 12:00 - 15:00 18:00 - 21:00
Tue 12:00 - 15:00 18:00 - 21:00
Wed 12:00 - 15:00 18:00 - 21:00
Thu 12:00 - 15:00 18:00 - 21:00
Fri 12:00 - 15:00 18:00 - 21:00
Sat 12:00 - 15:00 18:00 - 21:00
Sun 12:00 - 15:00 18:00 - 21:00
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Simon
We had evening meal for 6 in the restaurant. We enjoyed the generous portions and oodles of comfort - disappointed only that none of us could make it to the jam roly poly.
4.5
Roy Cooper
We received a very warm welcome upon arrival. The staff were very friendly. We both had the chicken curry and it was excellent and at a price we thought was worth paying. And to top everything, we got to see 5 badgers in the feeding area.
Susan hamon
Fabulous place to stay ,food was delicious. See you soon definitely
5.0
Helen
Lovely food served by very friendly and helpful staff. Will return again soon. Thanks to the whole team.
4.5
Julie-Anne Noon
What a great find super atmosphere. Walking distance from the Rydal Hall campsite . It was busy but we had booked and were seen to straight away. Really enjoyed the beer and the food. Not the best vegetarian choice - curry too hot - but enjoyed what I ate. At the end of the night it was a treat to see the badgers.
5.0
Caroline
Visited on 2 September, 2 adults & our 4 year old. We ordered the steak & ale pie which was massive & served on a huge portion of chips with loads of veg & lots of gravy. The pie had loads of meat & the meal was lovely. We also had a steak with chips & sides which was also lovely & well cooked. Our 4 year old had fish fingers & chips which was a good size for her. Overall the meal was fantastic. We ate in the room at the front but habe normally eaten in the smaller room by the bar but it was lovely. We've eaten here a few times now on our visits to the lakes & always enjoy it. Lovely relaxed atmosphere. The only downside was that the resident dog Kookie wasn't in on this visit & our little girl loves to see him so she got upset he wasn't there but we explained it was his day off lol. Love this place
5.0
Sarah
Delicious Sunday lunch, and good value compared to other places in the lakes. Generous portion and all very tasty. Relaxed atmosphere, friendly service and easy to book. Definitely recommended! Thank you.
4.5
John Gage
Delicious Sunday Roast with huge Yorkshire and perfectly cooked veg.
Mark Walton
Great place food was fantastic
5.0
Elizabeth Elliott
Service was fantastic from arriving to leaving. Food is excellent and large portions. We had the sirloin steak with peppercorn sauce.
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Fact File

Main dining room capacity 30
Booking policy Reservations preferred
Best seat In the 400 year old oak panelled room by the open fire
Max group booking size 40
Function rooms available Yes
Function rooms details 40
Outside dining space Yes
Outside dining spaces 70
Outside dining details Beer garden
Overnight accommodation available Yes
Average 3 course lunch price (excluding drinks) £20
Average 3 course evening meal price (excluding drinks) £25
House wine price £15
Wines available 15
Alcohol license Fully licensed

Special Dietary Requirements

Vegetarian catering Some vegetarian main course options
Vegan catering Vegan Main Course Options on Menu
Halal catering No Halal Food
Wheat/Gluten catering Wheat / Gluten Free options on menu

Family Friendly

Children's menu Yes
Baby changing Yes

Additional Information

Wifi Free
Payment by credit card Yes
Payment by debit card Yes
Dogs allowed Yes
Drink without food Yes
Separate bar with seating Yes
Venue overlooking water Yes
Covered smoking area Covered Area Without Heating
Venue special views Great panoramic views of the Lake District with lake views from some of the rooms
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