closed Monday 30th January
Posted: January 27th, 2017
for our staff Christmas party! sorry about that. Reopen 11am Tuesday 31st
News
It’s a constant challenge keeping on top of maintaining this fine old gem of a building. 400 years of Lakeland weather takes its toll! Most of our roof has now been re-slated, putting paid to the days of dashing round with buckets in every downpour, to catch the drips. We are always looking to upgrade the rooms and public areas, whilst keeping the character of the place intact. William Wordsworth, once our neighbour, would surely still recognise the historic interiors, whilst current visitors love the fine beers, fine food and fabulous staff.
Happy New Year!
Posted: January 7th, 2017
Best wishes to everyone lucky enough to be up here in the beautiful Lake District. On a cold clear winter day, there is just nowhere better to be. Call in after a walk and we will make you very welcome. Here's to a fabulous 2017!
Seasons Greetings
Posted: December 26th, 2016
Open for food everyday, and the weather is looking better now, so we expect to be busy. New Years Eve meal, just a few places left now. Booking essential.
Christmas and New Year dining
Posted: December 7th, 2016
Yes we will be doing Christmas Dinner and New Years Eve dinner in the bar for non-residents. 3 course meal, menus are on the food page. These will sell out very quickly indeed! Don't delay
Snow, log fires & mulled wine!
Posted: November 10th, 2016
The snow has arrived and the fells look fabulous! Our log fires are roaring, warm mulled wine awaits as well as our constantly changing range of local real ales. A warm welcome awaits.....
Autumn is here....
Posted: October 8th, 2016
Autumn is here but the days are still long & the trees & mountains look glorious. Our new head chef is proving as popular as we expected...... pop in for a drink and something lovely to eat.....
As seen on Countryfile...
Posted: July 25th, 2016
Ambleside sports this Thursday 28th July. Just along the road from us at Rydal showground. Watch the local wrestling World Championships and the famous track races and fell races. Its a really lovely event in a fantastic setting. And why not call in here for a snack or great pint of local real ale as well?
Ambleside Sports
Posted: July 16th, 2016
Only a short while to the annual Ambleside Sports! Held in Rydal Park just south of the Badger Bar on the A591. Pop up for refreshments on 28th July, the last Thursday of the month.
Beatrix Potter is 150
Posted: June 25th, 2016
2016 marks 150 years since Beatrix Potter was born. To celebrate, why not visit the world premiere of the Beatrix Potter Musical Adventure in nearby Bowness which begins on Monday 27th June.....
Great North Swim
Posted: June 10th, 2016
Good luck to all the swimmers this weekend. The water in Windermere is lovely and warm after all the hot weather. Relax afterwards with good hearty food in our lovely pub and beer garden.
