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

The Mill Inn is a very nice gem. Stopped by here while on the WaterAid 6 Peaks Challenge to eat a…read moreshank of lamb. Ordered the wings which sounded delicious in the unique sauce but alas they were out of them. Of course, had some beer on cask to go with the lamb. Service was very good and we were happy that they were able to accommodate our party of 6 just at closing. The food was delicious and we had a great time discussing our adventure up to that point. Would definitely recommend this place.

Stunning location, set between mill stream and fells. Very pleasant to sit by the stream on a sunny…read moreday. Make sure you're hungry as the portions are substantial and the pies are excellent - you won't want to leave any. The pub itself is a tad tired, but none the worse for that. The only downside is the toilets. Clean, I hasten to add, but very cramped. I couldn't take my mum, who uses a stick. And the basin is inset into a rotting wooden countertop - come on, Mill Inn, how much would an off-cut of worktop cost? Whether you want a gentle stroll or a full-on fell walk, this is the ideal spot. Would I go again? Definitely!

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.

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??

Good beer. Family friendly pub. Decent menu.read more

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.

This is a charming, classic-looking pub in the middle of nowhere! It's warm and comfortable, and…read morethe service was some of the friendliest we've had. The other diners as well, most of them were walkers and a few even had dogs with them! It's a great place to have a pint and strike up a conversation with a stranger. We had a relaxed dinner here on a Monday evening. Their basic pub food options are pretty affordable, but anything with red meat or fish resulted in quite a significant price jump. They had a long list of specials, but I chose off the main menu - the steamed fillet of salmon stuffed with spinach, and served with a onion, tomato, basil, and prawn salsa with a side of linguine pasta. While everything certainly tasted fresh and well-cooked, there wasn't really a lot of flavor to the dish. I was admittedly a bit confused about the "salsa" as it was really like a prawn salad and I wasn't sure if it was supposed to be eaten with the salmon or as a side dish, rather an unusual condiment! A tasty dish, but lacking in inspiration. We had a few desserts as well, I remember in particular enjoying the raspberry cheesecake, but the overall impression was still that there wasn't a lot of creativity in the kitchen, especially for the cost. Still, they have a lovely atmosphere, and it's very pleasant to spend an evening there. I just think what comes out of the kitchen is fairly average, which is fine as it's just a pub, but those who are looking for a really special meal may not find it here - although the truly wonderful staff makes it worth a visit anyway.

Even a power outage does not faze them!…read more We spent two great nights here last week. We ate in the bar/restaurant both nights for dinner and in the dining room for breakfast and hung out a little in the bar. Three things: 1) Thanks for understanding food allergies and having gluten-free bread - amazing! 2) Please thank the gentleman on the second bar stool from the right for recommending a trip to the distillery on Bassenthwaite, he got that right (even though he'd never been there himself!) 3) Thank you (publicity shy) Gill,for being so great and even providing us with a candlelit breakfast when lightning took out the power on the day we left. You rock. OK, four things: 4) We ate in the pub on our second (and last) night because the first night was so good! The food here is seriously good, It's a long way from Los Angeles to Keswick, but the next time we can make an excuse to come and stay here, we're all over that! Stay here!!! https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g982708-d949876-r396028983-Horse_Farrier_Inn-Threlkeld_Keswick_Lake_District_Cumbria_England.html#

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.

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.