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

Good food and good beer, bar staff friendly, all in all a good pub..read more

Best find on holiday ever!!…read more Set in a beautiful little village with a huge village green with loads of parking round and about (although im sure that on a mid summer sunny day parking may be somewhat difficult!). The pub has a bar area and a restaurant area - we only ever went into the bar as you could eat int here and it was really cosy (dogs are also allowed!). The staff were incredibly friendly and chatty (lets face it, Yorkshire, particularly North Yorkshire folk are possibly the most friendly on the planet - i challenge you to disprove this!). The food was INCREDIBLE. Nothing fancy pants, just really good food, VERY big portions (trust me on this, you dont need three courses - choose your weapon of starter or dessert to go alongside your main - we made the mistake one night and 1) couldnt eat it all and 2)pretty much rolled home). We spent an evening in the pub, had a meal and then sat playing card games - we felt incredibly welcome. So welcome that we ended up visiting three times in a week long holiday. You cant really get a better recommendation than that can you??

My wife and I ate there last night as we were staying in a local B&B The River Garth, great place…read more Anyway we ordered fish and chips with mushy peas and it was wonderful. The proprietor served us and was very nice. At a near table some people had steak pie, and liver and bacon with onions and it smelled and looked tasty.

We stayed in Keswick two nights and gave this pub a shot the first. It was so great we went back…read morethe second evening. Totally worth the walk for us, even from the other end of town. A proper pub, excellent food, great staff, and a lovely owner. Wish we could have spent more time chatting with her. Fish pie is a top choice. Sticky Toffee Pudding is excellent, I asked for a second scoop to get my preferred pudding to ice cream ratio. Arrive early or book a table well in advance. We got lucky with bar seating both nights. Dog friendly, which was so great, even though we are not dog owners. Looking forward to going back again the next time we visit.

Well definitely one of the best places to eat in Keswick. Possibly too popular. Although the food…read moreis very good it's no longer the great it once was. I found the portions have diminished over the years since I first went there. The steak pie is no longer brimming with content. It's still very good particularly for value. But it's crowded and eating feels rushed. The beer quality is poor not because of the way it's kept simply it's no longer great beer. Jennings beer just is no longer the beer I fondly remember. The staff are good though service cannot be faulted.

My fiancé and I found ourselves stranded in the Lake District one night with a dog and no where to…read morestay. After corresponding with Chris for a bit over Aid BnB, we decided to book ourselves and our pup into the Herdwick Inn. Not only was Chris able to accommodate, he upgraded us for less than £10. As we drove out to Penruddock, we weren't sure what to expect. We drove through Penrith to the more rural areas, and were beginning to wonder if we'd make the right booking. Upon entering this amazing pub and inn, my fiancé and I were stunned. The first thing we noticed was that Chris, the owner, seemed to be talking to a regular. He knew everything about the man, and we immediately realized we were at a place that really cared. The pub was welcoming and warm, with carpets and a fire. We were no less impressed with our room. In fact, we were floored. Beautiful, exposed beams welcomed us, with accents that really made us feel like we were at a hunting lodge. As the weather outside continued to be cold and stormy, our room at Herdwick was warm and made us feel like real guests, 21st or 15th century. There was an en suite bathroom with an amazing shower, and a tv in the room. There were also thoughtful touches like chocolates and tea. Our dog immediately felt comfortable on the comfy carpet. We stayed in and had dinner in the pub portion. My fiancé had an amazing pie but more importantly-- I had a steak. I'd never craved anything so much in my life, after a long day of hiking. I had already had an amazing Merlot and was ready for some true, honest, medium rare steak. I could not have asked for a more perfect meal. The steak came exactly as ordered-- simply plated, generous portion, with chips and mushrooms and heaven somewhere in there. Afterward, my fiancé and I ordered sticky toffee pudding and enjoyed while our pup warmed by the fire. It tasted a lot like what I imagine heaven tastes like. I had an Irish Coffee to warm up, which was HOME MADE and incredibly delicious. Chris and his partner were very hospitable, greeting us and arranging breakfast. The bed was so comfortable, we barely moved all night. The next morning, we were treated to a full English breakfast alongside a continental buffet with cereals and orange juice. The sausage was insanely fresh, our crumpets adorable bunny shaped, and the fried toast crisp and sweet. However, the black pudding was the standout. It was the best black pudding I have ever had in my entire life. If you are looking around the Lake District for an amazing, quiet place to rest your head, CHOOSE HERDWICK. Reasonably priced, these hosts will absolutely spoil you. It's quiet, it's homey, and it only takes you one night to feel part of the family.

Pleasant village pub just outside Penrith off A66. You have choice of eating in the pub or…read morerestaurant. Friendly atmosphere and polite staff. Food is average.

If you're in the middle of Cumbria, then this is the place to settle. Live music, wonderful draught…read morebeers, and amazing fresh dinner dishes. We are staying the night above in the Inn and couldn't be more impressed with the 500+ years old accommodations. Truly authentic and the vibe is laid back with cool blues music and great new friends!!

This little bar\inn is a great place. We stayed upstairs and it was wonderful. The food and drinks…read moreare great and the locals were very friendly. The owner and his wife are the nicest people you will meet. The only issue is, it gets quite loud, but overall it is a great place.

Chraming cosy pub in Ellington Village in Northumberland. Near to cresswell beach & druridge bay,…read moreyou can easily stop off here if you are on your way up the coast to amble, or coming back down from that way. Very easy to find and such a nice place. Lovely friendly atmosphere, we got a warm welcome when we arrived. They do a good range of food served Mon-Sat 12pm -8pm and Sunday Lunch 12pm - 3pm. I have not tried a Sunday lunch yet but have been midweek when the food was lovely, generous portions! I thought the cost of the main meals were very good and were what I expect from a local pub. Talking to the lady behind the bar she informed us that they have just added some B&B accommodation, this will come in handy for relatives visiting us from Yorkshire, a bit different from the usual premier inn. The pub itself has a very nice lounge, very relaxing with fireplace. There is plenty of seating in the restaurant and this has a warm atmosphere. There is a separate bar area which also has a nice feel to it. I will come back here again, and although I do not live in Ellington, i wish this was my local! Plenty of parking outside the pub. Fantastic pub grub with a good atmosphere and pleasant surroundings, I'll be back!

Had a great time at this pub with a booked group of 16 people. Nothing was too much trouble for…read moreKatrina the owner, and her fab staff. One of the group cheekily added her request to the already comprehensive menu,........ and got it, Katrina actually going out to obtain her request. Stunning!! Can't speak too highly of the food, some fussy eaters were really blown away by the quality of the food. The Inn itself, is lovely and comfortable, with great atmosphere. Thanks for making the meal special x

Stopped by this pub for a pint & bag of crisps a year ago and it looked pretty nice. This year…read morepassing again, decided to have a tea time meal. Not very busy, quality standard pub fayre. Staff very helpful & attentive. Not priced to badly for a lovely setting. Would recommend & if passing again would return. Nice size car park to rear.

The Coach Inn looks like someone has taken it off the front of a chocolate box and popped it down…read morein the equally charming village of Lesbury. It is so pretty in the summer when it is adorned with flowers that you just can't help but want to stop off there as you're passing through :-) Inside it is rather more modern than you might expect and quite smart for a pub. There is a bar area, and a room off to the side with leather chairs and sofas and a TV. At the other end of the pub there is an extensive dining area and the pub does seem heavily geared towards dining. We had just popped in for a beer and there was Black Sheep and Old Speckled Hen on both of which were very pleasant. The staff were welcoming and friendly and we spent a relaxing and very enjoyable hour there.

The drunken duck is a favorite of our friend who has come here for 40 years, starting with golf…read morebuddies, then with family and best of all to celebrate weddings, and great moments. Relax here, the staff is ready to make this luxury even better with whatever you need! Directions to many local hikes or hot coffee on the picnic tables. So much fun to have, there are gardens, strolls, patios and quiet libraries too. This is the most beautiful place I've ever stayed because I can get some rest, unwind and enjoy the great outdoors. Yesterday there was a local marathon- yes!- great runners charged past into the local town of Ambleside. Hikers and dog lovers are here too. National parks close by... what a get-away we are having!!

Such a charming pub and inn right in the middle of the Lakes District. There's a glorious view…read moreoverlooking the mountains right in front of the venue (with picnic tables if you'd like to sit and enjoy it with a pint). Brunch, lunch, dinner, and bar snacks are served at the Drunken Duck, and I'd only really recommend booking for dinner. The beer and cider are mostly local I believe. We did the curry bowl to share (vegetarian and VERY tasty - kind of wish I could get the recipe), scampi, fries, and tartare sauce (those fries are to die for!) and the lamb kofta, hummus, flatbread, and mint yoghurt (great for sharing and noshing). There's plenty of parking on the side of the inn. The inside is decorated beautifully (very insta-worthy), so maybe consider renting out for an event. And yes, you can bring your dog to dinner/drinks.