A warm and friendly welcome awaits you at the family run Punchbowl Inn and Restaurant. Golf can be arranged on the many local golf courses. Discounted Green Fees Available when you book with us ! Looking to book a function for between 80 - 160 people - why not take a look at our Marquee page. Featured in the 2008, 2009 and 2010 Good Pub Guide also the AA Pub Guide All rooms en-suite, Full Central Heating, Open Log Fires, Restaurant, Off street parking Free WiFi The Inn is an ideal location for country sports. Deer stalking, pheasant and grouse shooting can be arranged through the local estates. You can also spend time fly-fishing for salmon and trout on the Rivers Eden, Eamont and Lowther (day or weekly tickets can be arranged through the Inn). Situated in the heart of the Lowther Estate, opposite Askham Hall - The home of the Earl of Lonsdale - The punchbowl Inn is an 18th Century coaching inn which offers the best in old world charm and hospitality. Within easy reach from the M6 motorway and the A6 trunk road, it makes an ideal base for an overnight stay or holiday. We are also well placed to break your journey between England and Scotland. With the beautiful Lake District on our door step you can soon be in some of the most dramatic countryside in England and visit any of the Cumbria market towns.

The Brantwood Hotel perfectly situated... near ...Ullswater ...the M6 ...the A66 ...and Penrith Perfectly situated for a holiday in the Lake District, breaking your journey along the M6 or simply visiting Penrith for business or pleasure, the Brantwood is an early 18th century former country residence with a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. Standing in secluded gardens in the peaceful and attractive village of Stainton, we are only 3 miles from Ullswater, less than a mile from Junction 40 of the M6 and only a couple of minutes from the A66 which links the beautiful Northern Lakes of Ullswater, Derwentwater, Buttermere, Crummock Water, Bassenthwaite and others. A warm welcome awaits you in the oak beamed bar and dining room. In the main bar area an extensive menu is available all year round offering hot fare or sandwiches and other snacks. The Restaurant offers friendly service, freshly prepared foods from an extensive menu, mostly featuring local produce, and a good selection of wines. The 7 bedrooms are all en-suite with shower, and equipped with colour television, radio, tea/coffee making facilities and direct dial telephone. There is a large secure car park at the rear of the hotel. We can provide full facilities and catering for all functions, special events and parties, from weddings to conferences, and private meeting rooms are available. The hotel is family owned and managed by Richard and Niki Langley who will take every care to make your stay a memorable one.

Part of the Shire Hotel Group, winners of the AA Hotel Group of the year 2003-04 and the RAC Hotel Group of the Year 2004-05. The traditional hunting lodge style of this Hotel and Spa reflects the rugged beauty of the Lake District. Local stone, natural wood and open log fires create a genuine away from it all environment in this exclusive 4 star resort hotel. Holidays at the Hotel have something for everyone. The Trekkers Den is the centre of the childrens activity programme packed full of games for all ages. As well as the large pool there are excellent Spa facilities, including 2 activity/wellness studios plus 6 spa treatment rooms. If you are visiting on business youll find 13 meeting rooms catering for up to 200 delegates. All have natural daylight and individual heating controls with air-conditioning to the main rooms and with free high speed wireless internet access to guests, its easy to go online and stay in touch. Set just off the M6 - the Hotel is a perfect location for northern region sales and training events, and there are plenty of team-building specialists on hand if you want to incorporate this in to your team meeting.

Welcome to the Brackenrigg - an 18th century coaching inn overlooking Ullswater in the heart of the beautiful English Lake District. Our guests enjoy stunning views of the lake and the surrounding fells from our dining room, bar, lounge, terrace, garden and from most of our comfortable, en-suite bedrooms. The general quality of the facilities is, of course, what you should expect from an AA 3-Star Inn. We offer a very flexible range of rooms, from affordable standard rooms to superior rooms to ground floor suites - one of which has full disabled facilities. Each suite can also be combined with a superior room upstairs to form a spacious apartment, ideal for families and small groups. All of our bedrooms are en-suite, some with shower only and others with bath and shower. We have excellent wheelchair access to our public areas: bar, lounge and dining room. Three of our rooms are dog-friendly and, of course, we also welcome guide dogs. A number of our rooms are ideal for families, too. We can offer activity options, a secure cycle shed and a wealth of local knowledge to guests as well as very flexible conference facilities to small business groups. Our excellent, well-chosen range of wines and local beers complement the menus perfectly and our bar, with its local character and open fire is there for you to relax in even more.

In its 60th anniversary year the world famous Sharrow Bay hotel and its Michelin star restaurant has a breathtaking setting on the shore of the beautiful Lake Ullswater in the Lake District. The internationally renowned kitchen, led by Colin Akrigg, uses the finest local ingredients to produce some of the best ‘British’ cuisine you are likely to find. The cellar has a growing international reputation for fine and rare wine picked from the very best vineyards in the world.

This family run Hotel, located in the idyllic village of Clifton, approximately three miles south Penrith and junction 40 of the M6, is set back from the road in its own peaceful and extensive gardens with spectacular views of the Lake District and North Pennines. The hotel is an excellent base for exploring Cumbria, the Lake District, the Eden Valley and Hadrians Wall. Contact us directly for local information on 01768 862717. Our Bar is open every day from 10am until late offering a wide range of hot & cold beverages, a range of wines from around the world and an extensive bar menu. We specialise in well cooked, beautifully presented food, showcasing the best of local ingredients, and with dishes from around the world to suit all tastes. .this is the perfect place for quality food and family dining. SPECIAL MENU OFFERS: Great Choices & Simple Prices, Early Bird Special: MAIN MEALS £5, CHILDREN EAT FREE, THREE COURSES FOR £10 WITH A FREE BOTTLE OF WINE PER COUPLE. Available every night 5-6.30pm Full Extensive Menu available from 5- 8.30pm - We use Fresh local produce cooked to order

This 3 star quality hotel enjoys one of the most spectacular settings in the Lake District, set in 15 acres of grounds and lawns sweeping to the shores of Lake Ullswater. The interior dessign compliments the outside panorama with beautiful lounges and 47 comfortable bedrooms, the reception area, where you will find fresh flowers, elegant, comfortable furnishings. Our Lake View Restaurant has recently been awarded an AA rosette. The Ramblers Bar - set in the hotels grounds offers traditional Lakeland hospitality serving real ale and good food. Minimum two night stay on a weekend

The White House Experience Country Guest House situated just 2 miles from Junction 40 M6 /A66 offers guests a small, and homely alternative to regular travel accommodation. Friendly and welcoming licensed guest house now owned and run by George Adamiak on the edge of the English Lake District. Awarded a 4 Star rating by Visit Britain.Easy access to motorway M6 Junction 40. Popular spot to stop on the way to or from Scotland. Ideal base for visiting Lake District, Hadrians wall, or Centre Parcs. Residents bar with bar meals available each evening last orders for food at 8pm .. Packed lunches are available on request. Most major credit cards accepted ( 3% surcharge payable on account balances paid by credit card) All double and family rooms are spacious and have lovely views of our half acre of well tended garden and the countryside beyond.Well behaved dogs welcome.Children of all ages made very welcome.For comfort of all our guests all our bedrooms are non-smoking Safe parking for up to 10 vehicles within our grounds.We try that little bit harder to make sure you enjoy every aspect of your visit to us.There are no strangers here, only friends that we have not met Check in time is from 2pm onwards. Please let us know if you anticipate arriving later than 8pm or if you are held up along the way as can sometimes happen. We cannot accept arrivals later than 10pm unless prior arrangements have been made.

Old newly renovated farmhouse in peaceful valley near Ullswater with views of Helvellyn and Blencathra. Walks from the door and route descriptions available. Delicious home cooked food, distinctive furniture and beautiful decoration, stylish bathrooms, use of gardens. Nothing too much trouble. Children welcome.

The Roundthorn Country House is an elegant Grade ii Listed Georgian Mansion, set in its own landscaped grounds, with panoramic views of the Eden Valley, Pennines and Lakeland Fells and overlooking the busy market town of Penrith. Roundthorn is located in an extremely peaceful and secluded environment yet only minutes from the M6and A66. The Roundthorn Country House is the perfect venue for that special break, short break, weekend break, or business stopover. The hotels bedrooms are all en-suite and each is unique in character and furnished to the highest standard. The house has its own bar lounge and a cosy residents lounge, with a real fire in the winter, in which you can relax and unwind after a busy day at the office or on the fells. Served in the Eden Room each morning our Great Cumbrian Breakfast is guaranteed to prepare you for the day ahead!

Rampsbeck is an elegant 18th century country house with a wonderful lakeland setting on the shores of Lake Ullswater – and is one of the most beautifully situated hotels in Britain. With spectacular views of the lake and fells, it stands in 18 acres of parkland and gardens including nearly ¼ mile of lake frontage. Guests can relax in style in a choice of fine reception rooms with log fires in the winter. The 19 comfortable bedrooms are all individually decorated and furnished, many with special features. The atmosphere is warm and friendly, the service professional and attentive, yet unobtrusive. The enjoyment of good food is an integral part of any stay at the Rampsbeck provides superb food and breathtaking views. Our award winning restaurant has been awarded 3 AA Rosettes. The attractive, candlelit dining room has superb lake views and here guests can enjoy the very best of modern French and English cuisine.

The Troutbeck Inn, in the quiet hamlet of Troutbeck, was once the Station Hotel when the railway was still operating between Penrith & the west coast. It is now a 4 Star Country Inn with Cottages. There are 7 newly refurbished ensuite bedrooms including doubles, twin, family & single plus 3 self catering cottages. Most of the bedrooms offer wifi connection & wonderful views of the surrounding fells, plus complimentary tea & coffee making facility & freeview television. The Troutbeck Inn is open to both residents & non-residents in our bar, lounge/bar & restaurant (for restaurant dining it is recommended that you book in advance). Dinner is from an a la carte menu which is freshly prepared using the best quality ingredients sourced locally where possible. To compliment your meal we have a carefully selected wine list & full bar with local real ales. Lunch is served in the bar & lounge/bar. We welcome well behaved dogs in all of our bedrooms by prior arrangement, but must not be left in the room unattended. Residents & non-residents who wish to dine with their pet can do so in the bar. Troutbeck is ideally situated for fell walking, both Blencathra & Helvelyn are just a short distance away. Ullswater lake is 5 miles and the popular market towns of Keswick & Penrith are both 8 miles away. We look foward to welcoming you and are sure you will have an enjoyable stay with us at The Troutbeck Inn

Ullswater is a beautiful part of the Lake District not to be missed. On the shores of Ullswater, the Best Western Glenridding Hotel is perfectly placed to explore the best of what the Lake District has to offer, from breathtaking scenery to the homes of William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. The hotel is surrounded by a variety of walks and beautiful views from almost all rooms. The hotel is ideally situated for touring the Lake District. The Best Western Glenridding Hotel boasts two function rooms, the largest of which can hold 120 people for a formal function, plus a restaurant, and a traditional pub which serves real ale and has low oak beams, flag stone floors, and a warm Cumbrian welcome. Guests on Business have a choice of two dedicated conference suites. There is also a coffee shop plus an indoor swimming pool and sauna. Friendly and helpful staff are waiting to help make your stay a memorable one. We have a stylish lounge for unwinding with a beautiful Lakeland Slate fire place and elegant chandeliers. The oak lined Campbell Library has a billiard table for those of you with a competitive spirit.The Library is dedicated to Donald Campbell, who is famous for becoming the first person to break the 200 mph water speed record on Ullswater back in 1955. He announced his achievement to the waiting press from a balcony which is now the Library sun lounge. The Library contains a lot of interesting information about Campbells time at Ullswater, including an original signed menu from the celebration dinner held at the hotel.

Situated in the village of Tirril, offering real Ales, excellent food and a warm welcome is the epitome of an English Country Inn. Dating from 1917 it has a wealth of beams, brasses and memorabilia, as well as four open fireplaces, the largest of which still has in place its original hooks for smoking meats. Formerly known as The Board, the Inn was re-named the Queens Head by its enterprising owner, just in time for Queen Victoria’s coronation. It was the same man, John Bewsher who bought the pub from the Wordsworths in 1836, after it had been in the family for over 20 years. The final sale document known as the “Wordsworth Indenture”, is still on display in the bar. As with quality Inns throughout the ages the Queens Head today produces home cooked food to the highest standard, being one of only three pubs in Cumbria to be recommended in the “Which” Good Food Guide, making use of local produce. The Inn has 2 comfortable bars, a 60 seater A’La Carte Restaurant, and a more relaxed informal bar menu available. Opening in July a shop attached to the Inn, making available local products from Cumbria.

Welcome to Netherdene, our country house bed and breakfast set in its own beautiful garden in the English Lake District National Park. Netherdene has been welcoming guests through its doors f or many years and would like to extend a warm welcome to guests old and new. Located in the hamlet of Troutbeck, near to the local inn, Netherdene offers real Lakeland hospitality. Whether you want a relaxing break, a well placed base from which to explore the lakes or a stopover on a coast to coast adventure, our comfortable family friendly accommodation offers real value for money. We are situated half way between Penrith and Keswick. Penrith is at J40 of the M6 motorway and also benefits from excellent rail links. This prime location means we are ideally placed for the picturesque lake Ullswater with its famous steamers that run all year round. A pleasant 4 mile walk will take you to the foot of Blencathra and its famous Sharp Edge. Other popular Wainright walks are located in the surrounding areas of the beautiful market town of Keswick, situated on the shore of Derwent Water approximately 10 miles away.

The Patterdale Hotel sits at the heart of Patterdale village. Lying at the head of Ullswater , the hotel is a popular choice for walking and activity holidays. Your comfort and convenience is of paramount importance to us . Our chef prepares a three course dinner daily using local products and each morning a hearty Cumbrian breakfast awaits.The hotel is perfectly place for a variety of walks from the falls at Aira Force, Striding Edge or Helvellyn.The evenings can be spent in our West lounge enjoying wonderful views towards the lake, or take a nightcap in our friendly bar.

Macdonald Leeming House is ideally located for exploring the beautiful Lake District countryside. Set in 22 acres of grand gardens and woodland, this 200-year-old country house hotel boasts direct access to the shores of Ullswater and a private fishing license. Offering exclusive use to large parties, a 3AA Rosette award-winning restaurant, plus a helipad and a dedicated events co-ordinator, this Ullswater hotel is the ideal setting for a romantic wedding.

Temple Sowerby House is a delightful country hotel in the heart of a peaceful conservation village and set beneath the majestic sweep of the Pennines. The Temple Sowerby Bypass has returned the village to a charming, restful spot. The lovely old walled garden is an idyllic place to unwind! Just a few minutes drive away is the beautiful Ullswater, one of Cumbrias finest Lakes and Temple Sowerby House is an ideal touring base for the Northern Lakes, Pennines and Yorkshire Dales - a different day, a different landscape! A Grade II Listed building dating from 1727, the house has been sensitively restored to create just 12 individually-styled, en-suite bedrooms all with newly fitted, contemporary bathrooms. Enjoy drinks on the terrace in summer or by blazing log fires in the comfortable lounges on cooler days. The restaurant, overlooking the walled garden, features picture windows framed by columns of local sandstone and is the perfect setting for our 2 Rosette Dining Experience. The best of local produce is sourced, together with a selection of herbs, fruit and vegetables from the garden. Short breaks are available throughout the year.

A Lakeside setting in a quiet country location with stunning scenery in this quiet and secluded valley of the Golden Eagle. We are ideally situated for a relaxing away from it all break, walking or a central base for the rest of the Lakes and we are only 12 miles from the M6. The Hotel offers first class freshly prepared local food, welcoming hospitality, cosy & comfortable accommodation in our friendly family run no smoking Hotel. Come and relax beside one of the roaring log fires and soak up the views and tranquillity. The hotel ensures a peaceful stay with no televisions or telephones in the bedrooms and is totally non-smoking. Games are provided for your entertainment in the lounge and bar by the open log fires. Wireless internet access is available. The dining room offers a choice of a two or three course dinner menu prepared with care and imagination using fresh local produce which changes daily & is complimented by a choice of wines from around the world. (it is advised to reserve your table at time of booking & inform hotel of any dietary requirements) Climb the fells by the hotel and see the only golden eagle living wild in England along with red deer and an abundance of other wildlife.

Nestled peacefully amongst the Eastern Lakeland Fells and located on many of the best-loved Lakeland walks, this charming country retreat is ideal for a peaceful break in Dockray. Run by a charismatic and friendly family, the Inn provides a relaxed, informal but efficient service, well suited to the Lakeland way of life. The Helvellyn and High Street mountain ranges are right on the doorstep, which makes The Royal Hotel an ideal and comfortable base for walkers. The facilities include 10 en suite bedrooms, a large restaurant and a bar that boasts a fine selection of wines, locally produced Real Ales and malt whiskies.