Opening Hours

Bar: Noon - Close

Food Served most Lunch & Evenings

Subject to change (please see “what’s new” below)

Newly renovated lounge

Newly renovated lounge

We have smartened up the public areas

We have smartened up the public areas

The woods are full of bluebells in springtime.  Magnificent!

The woods are full of bluebells in springtime. Magnificent!

Jet flying overhead

Jet flying overhead

The river next to the hotel in autumn

The river next to the hotel in autumn

Winter is magnificent when it snows.  Wrap up warm...

Winter is magnificent when it snows. Wrap up warm…

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.

New Years Eve

Posted: December 31st, 2022

We are open until after midnight. Free entry. Food is served 5.30pm to 8pm. No reservations taken, just walk ins. New Year's Day Sunday roast 12-2.30pm, and evening 5.30-7.30 normal menu.

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Christmas opening

Posted: December 16th, 2022

Open every day until 3pm on Christmas Eve. Closed Christmas day, open as normal noon on 26th December until 8th January. We will be open late on New Year's Eve.

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Winter opening

Posted: November 25th, 2022

We are closed on these dates: 4pm Sunday 4th December to noon on Friday 16th December. Closed on Christmas Eve until Boxing day. Open as normal noon on 26th December until 8th January.

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Badgercam

Posted: October 20th, 2022

The fabulous BadgerCam is back on now. Our furry friends are coming out anytime after 9pm at the moment. See if you can spot them.

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Autumn Colours

Posted: September 28th, 2022

The leaves are turning, the evenings have a chill in the air and the Lakes are feeling a little bit calmer after the summer madness! Go for a good walk then venture into the cosy Badger Bar where the fires are lit, the food is good and hearty fare and the beer is even better.

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Queen's funeral Bank Holiday

Posted: September 16th, 2022

We will be open 12noon to 10pm every day, including Monday 19th September. Please note we do not have a TV in the bar.

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Friday 16th September

Posted: September 16th, 2022

Sorry, no food for non-residents tonight. We are very short of chefs.

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Queen's funeral Bank Holiday

Posted: September 12th, 2022

We will be open as normal on Monday 19th September.

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Summer holidays

Posted: September 2nd, 2022

Don't get stressed by the crowds in Ambleside and Bowness, visit the tranquil Badger Bar instead. Our large and very fabulous beer garden awaits. Grab a summery Aperol Spritz or a golden ale and relax, you're on holiday!

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Spring has sprung!

Posted: May 7th, 2022

The bluebells are out, the lambs are skipping in the fields and the sun is shining. It is just lovely in the Lakes now, and where better than sitting in our delightful beer garden with a pint listening to the chirping birds?

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