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Kirkstile Inn

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Kirkstile Inn, Loweswater, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0RU
4 AA Gold Stars 4 AA Gold Stars 4 AA Gold Stars 4 AA Gold Stars 4 AA Gold Stars InnThe AA indicate that this guest accommodation is amongst this star rating's top 10% in terms of quality Gold Star Award
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Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 403 reviews403 reviews

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Nestling between Loweswater and Crummock Water in the English Lake District, the Kirkstile Inn has been providing food and shelter for some four hundred years.

The attractions for the early visitors in the sixteenth century remain today. The beauty that entranced the poets and painters remains unspoilt: the beck meandering through the meadow with the old oak trees fringing the bank, Melbreak towering impressively above, and stretching as far as the eye can see the fells, lakes and woods of Cumbria. Inside are the same low beamed rooms with welcoming open fires, good food, willing and friendly service, the same warm hospitality that has always characterised a good English Inn.

The immediate countryside is ideal for walking, climbing, boating and fishing and after the exertions of a busy day the Kirkstile Inn provides the enjoyment of a good dinner and pleasant company over a drink. Discover this special place for yourself.

We aim to make your visit as enjoyable as possible and we really do like meeting people. We have a deserved reputation for providing a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

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Opening Times

Season (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Accessible Toilet
  • Disabled facilities
  • Level Access

Booking & Payment Details

  • Visa/Mastercard/Switch accepted

Catering

  • Evening meals
  • Packed lunches provided
  • Restaurant open to non-residents
  • Snacks/afternoon tea
  • Special diets available
  • Vegetarian diet available

Children

  • Children welcome - Children welcome from any age
  • Cots available
  • High chairs available

Heating Facilities

  • Central heating
  • Real log/coal fires

Parking

  • Private parking

Property Facilities

  • Lounge for residents' use
  • Telephone (public)
  • Television available
  • Totally non-smoking

Room/Unit Facilities

  • Hairdryer
  • Radio
  • Tea/coffee making in bedrooms

Site Features

  • Public house/Inn

Access Information

Public Areas

Good colour contrast between the floor and wall
Tactile signage with clear contrast to walls

Entrance

Tactile clear signage at standard height level

Parking

Designated parking for guests with disabilities
Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
Route from the parking area to the entrance:
Has a ramp
Surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance is
Gravel
Solid ie tarmac / concrete etc

Entrance

Ramp to entrance
Handrail by ramp

Public Areas

Baby changing facilities
Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to:
Bar
Entrance to reception
One or more bedrooms
Public toilet

Dining

Good colour contrast between the floor and walls and tables and floor
Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift
Meals for guests with special dietary requirements can be provided:
Gluten free (coeliac)
Lactose free (dairy free)
Nut free
Vegan
Vegetarian

Bedrooms

Bathrooms available with:
Bath with shower
Separate shower unit
Wet room
Bedroom with non-allergenic bedding available
Bedrooms available with en suite bathrooms suitable for guests who use a wheelchair
Bedrooms available with separate, private or shared bathrooms suitable for guests who use a wheelchair
Separate shower unit with fixed shower seat or shower chair available
Separate shower unit with support handrails available
WCs with handrails available

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

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Tripadvisor Traveller Rating:

4.3 of 5 stars
403 reviews
    • Service
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Value
      4.3 of 5 stars
    • Cleanliness
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Location
      4.9 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      252
    • Very Good
      91
    • Average
      24
    • Poor
      19
    • Terrible
      17

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      Gradings

      • 4 AA Gold Stars Inn
      4 AA Gold Stars Inn

      Awards

      • Other AwardsSelf-assessed Accessibility Information Self-assessed Accessibility Information
      • The AAAA Dinner Award AA Dinner Award 2016
      • Cumbria AwardsMember of Cumbria Tourism Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016
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      Road Directions

      From M6 jct 40 follow A66 to Lorton via Whinlatter at Braithwaite. In Lorton turn left, signposted Buttermere. Follow road through village to T junction and turn left. Follow signs to Loweswater and turn left at sign for Kirkstile Inn.

      Public Transport Directions

      The nearest railway station is Workington, which is 12 miles away.

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