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A real Lake District Gem.

A historic 400 year old Inn with lovely rooms, 
hearty food and the best local ales.  
In a perfect location. Plus badgers!

Free parking for all guests and customers

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The Bar

The Badger Bar is a Lake District institution. A cosy traditional bar with 400 years of history. We offer the finest locally brewed ales. We are very welcoming to all including of…

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Food and drink

Food

After a bracing country walk relaxing in front of an open fire with one of our pub classic dishes.

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Rooms

Rooms

Treat yourself to a quiet break in the perfect Lake District location. Comfy beds, individually decorated rooms with woodland and fell views, modern bathrooms and free parking.

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Visitor Book

““The staff are friendly, the facilities are great””

I am a regular visitor, and have never had a bad experience. The staff are friendly, the facilities are great, its a really nice independent country hotel in a great location by Rydal Water.

Mr Kinghorn

Norfolk, March 2026

““Highly recommended in every respect.””

Super friendly staff. When I called at very short notice to see if we could stay with our dog for a single night one of the team made the necessary arrangements for us in Daffodil cottage which was very much appreciated. The cottage was excellent, the bed was super comfy and the spacious bathroom so good - plenty of shelves and hooks - other hotels could learn from this! Highly recommended in every respect.

Mr R Barnes

Morpeth, March 2026

““The badgers in the grounds are a real bonus. ””

Lovely old pub, beautifully situated for a stunning and easy walk around Rydal Water and in to Grasmere. Comfortable rooms, good 😊 food and atmosphere. The badgers in the grounds are a real bonus.

Mr & Mrs Horan

Norfolk, March 2026

““Our first time staying at Glen Rothay sealed the deal for us…””

Our first time staying at Glen Rothay sealed the deal for us - we had to return! But being from the United States we weren’t hopeful. But we were going to be in London and had to extend our holiday to stay at Glen Rothay. We are so happy we did to be able to enjoy the fall colors and relax at Glen Rothay.

Ms Schwietzer

Tucson Arizona, US, November 2025

““Real ale fans will love the four hand pumps on the bar””

A warm welcome from the friendly staff, who were delightful throughout our 2-day stay, particularly the young man who looked after us at breakfast. Real ale fans will love the four hand pumps on the bar.

Mr Price

Stoke, February 2026

Food and drink

Opening Hours

Bar

12 noon - 10pm daily  Open for drinks

Lunch

12 noon - 2:30pm
Monday to Saturday: Bar meals
Sunday: Traditional roast

Reservations taken for 12pm and 12:30pm
Walk in diners welcome at all times

Evening

5:30 - 8:00pm Monday to Saturday: Bar meals 
Sunday: Traditional roast or bar meals

Reservations taken for 5:30pm, 6pm, 7:30pm
Walk in diners welcome at all times