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

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.

We made a point of returning to this restaurant a second year, literally traveling around the world…read morein hopes to have their chicken noodle soup again. Alas, they were serving vegie soup, equally good, and the best mushrooms this aging mouth and taste buds have ever experienced. We never give out more than one point per aspect and they receive two for their food. The decor is bright and cheery, plenty of room, a cozy atmosphere inside and out, an excellent stop for anyone. Private parking is an additional plus.Highly recommended.

A tiny and cosy authentic Inn with a great view of the surrounds. Stepping inside from the snow was…read morelike being enveloped in a warm hug. We met fell walkers and their dog who'd just summited Raven Crag. Pity that the kitchen was closed when we came, at 3pm; we hunted around Glenridding for anything else with character and decided to admit defeat and eat lunch back at our cottage instead.

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??

The Three Shires Inn is a traditional Lakeland slate inn, built in 1872 near the meeting point of…read morethe three former county shires of Cumberland, Westmorland and Lancashire. The pub has all the features you would expect of a lakeland pub - real ales, fantastic views, open fireplace - and the food, whilst traditional, is prepared with a little more finesse than your average pub grub. The Inn also does accommodation.

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.

The views alone would get this place a good rating, even without the friendly staff and good…read moreselection of local ales! We stopped here for a rest during our jolly around the Langdales and it was the perfect place to stop and enjoy a nice drink in the sun. Food going out looked great and my girlfriend has been here before and said it's great. The ales on tap are varied and all from local breweries which is another plus point. My favourite bit though is the dog section - they have a dog menu! You can order things like doggy beer which comes with 2 sausages - so bring your K-9 pals with you! We got lucky with some fantastic weather which meant the outside Ice-Cream stand opened up and that looked great as well! All in all a lovely spot!

I ordered a meal of Cumberland sausage and in season green vegetables. The sausage was good, but…read morethe vegetables were almost non-existent consisting of four green peas and some lettuce. I am still not sure whether the lettuce was meant to be decorative or to be eaten. No dressing came with the lettuce. In short, I paid too much for this mean that came with no substantial vegetables. The service was very friendly and good.

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.

Absolutely the best pub in Ambleside! Good ale (again, I'm not obsessed, I swear!), dog-friendly…read more(again, you're proably sensing a theme here), attracts similarly-minded 'active in the day, find a good place to drink in the evening' kinda people. Hidden away off the tourist track slightly, no airs or graces, just a decent pint. Some brilliant parties, usually unplanned!

Definately the best and friendliest pub in Ambleside. Its located on Kirkstone Rd at the bottom of…read morethe struggle. There is a great selection of regular and locally brewed beers, the staff are very friendly and has a lovely relaxed atmosphere. They don't do food as in meals though there is usually a selction of homemade sandwiches and ppork pies on the bar. There's also a small seating area outside at the back of the pub, dogs are welcome too.