Great North Swim
Posted: June 10th, 2016
Good luck to all the swimmers this weekend. The water in Windermere is lovely and warm after all the hot weather. Relax afterwards with good hearty food in our lovely pub and beer garden.
News
We are optimistic that the worst of COVID is past and the coming summer will be fantastic. Let’s hope the weather is as good as last year!
We have used the lockdown to upgrade a lot of this charming building, including a big improvement to the bar rooms, re-instating the fireplace (with logburner) in the large lounge, adding some fine antique furniture..
Road re-opens!
Posted: May 22nd, 2016
At long last the A591 is open after the flood damage, so Keswick is now only a 20 minute drive. Workmen are also repairing the little footbridge opposite the bar, and it should be finished in a couple of week.
The Fred Whitton Challenge
Posted: May 4th, 2016
Counting down the hours to the Fred Whitton Challenge! 2000 cyclists are taking part this weekend in an 112 mile trek over some of the areas hardest mountain passes! We've a special pasta dish on the menu for that much needed carbohydrate-boost! Weather is set to be good & we look forward to cheering you on & serving a very well deserved pint afterwards!
Bluebell Heaven!
Posted: May 3rd, 2016
May is our favourite month here, with Spring bursting forth. The sun is shining and finally it is getting warmer. The woods around are now getting their stunning carpet of bluebells - come and see, its glorious.
May Bank Holiday Weekend...
Posted: April 29th, 2016
May Bank Holiday weekend is upon us & its been snowing! The mountains are still snow capped & look absolutely majestic. Come and sit by our log fires and enjoy a great local pint....
Happy Easter!
Posted: March 27th, 2016
A very happy easter to everyone! The daffodils are blooming and the lake district is coming alive once more.....
Pub of the year finalist
Posted: March 11th, 2016
Westmorland pub of the year, that is...but still a great achievement. March 2016: FINALIST Westmorland pub of the year. We are proud to be listed in the top 4 pubs by the local CAMRA branch, recognising both the quality of our beer and the pleasant surroundings in which to partake.
Local Brews!
Posted: February 20th, 2016
We have SIX local real ales & a new Wyld Wood organic cider being served in the Badger Bar at the moment. Of course we have our very own "Badger Bar Beer" alongside Black Sheep, Red Bull Terrier, Headmaster, Corby Amber & Goodhews Stout! Once they're gone, they're gone! Worry not, they will be replaced by yet more delicious local brews.... we have an ever changing variety for real Ale fans......
Beatrix Potter
Posted: January 27th, 2016
With the fantastic discovery of a new book by Beatrix Potter, you may have seen the Lake District in the news recently. We're only a few miles from her home and are on the doorstep of where her stories are based. Pop in for a drink on your next adventure.....
Fires are roaring......
Posted: January 20th, 2016
Our log fires are roaring and a warm welcome awaits you in our newly refurbished Badger Bar! Open every day for drinks and food. Sign up to our newsletter below for special offers on accommodation.....
