Another spot that we happened to be near. Stopped off for a drink and a snack Buford heading back…read moreto out destinations. It's a cute little spot with plenty of table outside. It'll be nice on a sunny day. Inside, it's more of a pub style vibe. The bar is right when you walk in. Tables on both side of the place. Ladies working we're really sweet. Nothing much to it. Drinks, we kept it simple. Meal wise, they did have some nice selections. Just heads up, most of their battered items are pretty battered. Overall, nice spot for a catch-up, a drink or a quick meal.

A lovely old building, unfortunately now situated opposite a large roundabout and the Gretna…read moreGateway Outlet Village. It's still nice inside though, proper traditional. We trooped up on a Saturday lunchtime and were immediately impressed by how busy it was. People definitely like this place. The by-product of this was overly busy staff though, but on the plus side the service was still decent. For once I didn't order a starter - its not that I'm greedy I just like to get in the full dining experience - I did fancy mac n cheese though so I got that as a main. I have to say, after all the talking up of Glasgow mac n cheese by others, this was way better than for example Sloans, it was really nice, not too thin and creamy, properly cheesy, firm and toasted on top. This is mac n cheese like my mother used to make. The chips were chunky and crispy and there were plenty of them. My only criticism, salad, why put salad with mac n cheese, it just doesn't go, but everywhere seems to do it. I left the salad, but I was content.

Lovely Lakeland pub. Dog friendly. Great fish & chips (weird mushy peas!!!)read more

After spending too much money at the Gretna outlet village, we headed to the Station Inn for a…read moregreat value lunch. Started with a large field mushroom topped with haggis and local Lockerbie Cheddar. Delicious. For my main I had the steak burger which was also tasty, the highlight being the side of handmade chunky chips. You don't see those available in enough places nowadays! The landlord Chris is a friendly fella and explained to us the lengths he goes to in order to select the best locally available potatoes. A couple of pints of Black Sheep ale made the meal complete. Others in my party had the Steak Pie (I sneaked a mouthful and was glad I did. The steak was fall apart in your mouth tender). The Chicken and Leek pie was well received with a very generous filling. Portions were satisfying all round with three large slices of thick cut Ham served with egg and those chips again for the final diner in our group. Only one had dessert, which was a Pavlova polished off very quickly. It's not what you'd call a country pub really, but the food and ales are excellent and the host offers a very warm welcome. I'll no doubt make a return visit when I'm next passing.

Good food! Visited here on vacation. Love the pies. Would come back again for sure. Liked the beers…read moreon draft too.

We stayed in Bowness-on-Solway before starting to walk Hadrian's Wall. We were advised to eat in…read moreThe Kings Arms Inn (and to book ahead as they can get full) and it was a good call on both counts. Very good food and great ambiance. What a good English pub should be!

The Kirkstile is a gem, both as a pub and as an inn. The food is a really high standard--very…read morefresh and often very creative, and local. The rooms are so nice, clean and comfortable--and quiet--I had several fantastic sleeping nights. There are so many fine walks from the doorstep there is truly no need to get in your car. The staff is incredibly nice. And honestly...I can't see how it is possible to top a summer evening sitting at a picnic table on their lawn with an ale in front of you watching the light on fell change. I could park myself there for a week!

This is the best food I had in the Lake District!…read more A large group (11) of us showed up just before closing time and the staff was very accommodating. Everyone was helpful and kind. I had the Steak and Ale pie and it was just delicious. The mashed potatoes were perfect and the vegetable medley was just what I needed after all the fried food I had been having on the trip. I tried my friend's lamb and it was to die for. The only complaint I heard was about the chutney for the vegan curry. Save room for dessert. The sticky toffee pudding was one of the best desserts I've ever had; I'll be thinking about it for a long time.

What a perfect little pub! We ate here on our first night in Gilcrux after a day of travel and it…read morewas absolutely wonderful. The barman was very friendly and chatty, and the waitress was equally pleasant. The food was absolutely delicious. The lasagna was excellent (fresh out of the oven too!) and the pastry on the chicken and leek pie was was puffed to about 6 inches. Highly recommend this place to anyone passing through/in the area of Gilcrux!

Never seems to be open no matter what time of day I am in the area! However it is seeped in history…read morethough so maybe a hidden gem. The village was created by Danish Vikings as a fishing and trading port and the area developed into a Emigrant port. John Paul Jones (founder of the American Navy) himself was a local lad and sailed from here. Prisoners were also sent to Australia from this port. There is little left of the pier which once graced the shores but if you listen carefully, you can still hear the smuggler moving their illegal wares! The Steamboat Inn offers B&B at 30GBP per night an have a self contained cottage available too.

set in some awesome surroundings, this place is great to stop off for a pint and some grub if…read moreyou're out and about, highly recommended

Was staying at the wigwams nearby the pub , only a few hundred yards away and came up for dinner…read moreand a few drinks. It's the only pub/restaurant within walking distance of the wigwams. Went to the restaurant for dinner and ooooof the portion sizes are massive. Food was nice and fresh and was under a tenner per main course. Drinks relatively cheap too. The oub has a nice freindly country pub atmosphere and if i was staying nearby wouldnt hesitate to go back again or recommend to others :)

After a day of cold and rainy hiking through the Lake District, the Kirkstyle Inn was a very…read morewelcoming site! The manager and proprietor were incredibly accommodating, even allowing us to do one small load of laundry during our dinner. The building is charmingly old with original woodwork and beams. There were also modern features throughout, including full en suite baths with claw foot tubs and endless hot water. A full tea/cocoa/coffee selection with kettle was also in the room. For dinner in the traditional pub which had a warm and inviting atmosphere, I enjoyed the stuffed mushrooms. My husband had steak and ale pie several times throughout our trip and felt the one at Kirkstyle Inn reigned triumphant over all. They were also accommodating in accepting and stowing our portered luggage. We will definitely be staying here again! It was an easy walk through boggy terrain from Buttermere and a more arduous trek from Wasdale Head, which we did.

My wife, dog and I came here for a delightful afternoon tea to celebrate our first wedding…read moreanniversary. This place clearly was an old coaching inn and you can really sense the history and age of the place. There are many different rooms which cater for different things, a lovely bar, a larger dining room and some smaller ante-rooms for things such as afternoon tea which I would definitely recommend. Well worth a stop en route to Keswick!

Wonderful and amazing choice of whiskey. Cider choice poor. The food is good, small quantity, quite…read moreexpensive and the food is bistro/gastro pub. Would rather have had good basic food.