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The Pennington Hotel

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Pennington Hotel, Main Street, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SQ
3 AA Gold Stars 3 AA Gold Stars 3 AA Gold Stars 3 AA Gold Stars HotelThe 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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The Pennington Hotel, in the heart of the village of Ravenglass, has been in the Pennington Family since the 16th Century, inaugurated as the Pennington Arms in 1849 and completely remodeled in 2007 by Iona Frost-Pennington bringing new life to this fabulous, historic building. The hotel has been extensively modernized and updated from 2020 making it a premier choice for guests visiting the western coast of this area of outstanding national beauty for both business and leisure.

The Pennington’s friendly and happy team are committed to making your visit one you will remember, greeting guest as friends. We are also very happy to welcome your four legged friends and offer dog friendly accommodation, eating areas and some surprises too, with some of the best dog walks anywhere, right on our doorstep positioned centrally in the village right on the tidal estuary this really is an exceptional base for outdoor pursuits too.

Our high quality food offering is proudly overseen by our Head Chef, who being a “Cumbrian Lass” uses locally sourced produce wherever possible including fresh fruit and vegetables from Muncaster Castle Gardens. Our Kitchen team are always looking to provide an exceptional quality dining experience offering regular special events in the hotel showcasing local producers and suppliers.

Standing proudly in the center of the village the Pennington hotel has 22 well appointed and relaxing bedrooms, with quality bathrooms, smart TV’s, and comfy beds all guest bedrooms and public areas offer high speed internet which has been complete upscaled and renewed in 2023.
The Pennington is only 2 miles from Muncaster Castle & Gardens where a spectacular day awaits for visitors to the area from 2 Hawk and Owl displays daily to the 77 acres of gardens and trails to explore, boasting Bluebell Woods and Rhododendron Blooms in the spring.

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Opening Times

Season (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Accessible Rooms
  • Accessible Toilet
  • Assistance dogs welcome
  • Disabled facilities
  • Elderly and less mobile
  • Level Access
  • Wet rooms

Booking & Payment Details

  • Advance booking essential
  • American Express accepted
  • Contactless Payment Accepted
  • Festive Special Programme
  • Online Booking Possible
  • Travel agent bookings
  • Visa/Mastercard/Switch accepted

Catering

  • Cooked Breakfast
  • Evening meals
  • Licenced (table or bar)
  • Restaurant open to non-residents
  • Snacks/afternoon tea
  • Special diets available
  • Vegetarian diet available

Children

  • Children welcome
  • Cots available
  • High chairs available

Heating Facilities

  • Central heating

Leisure Facilities

  • Free WIFI
  • Golf available (onsite or nearby)

Linen & Bedding

  • Towels Provided

Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities

  • Conference facilities

Parking

  • EV Charging
  • Free Parking
  • Free Parking on Site
  • On street/public parking

Property Facilities

  • Air conditioning
  • Designated smoking area
  • Dogs Accepted
  • Night porter
  • Pet Friendly
  • Television available
  • WiFi or internet access

Room/Unit Facilities

  • Bath
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hairdryer
  • King-sized bed
  • Scenic view
  • Seaview
  • Shower
  • Super King-Size Beds
  • Tea/coffee making in bedrooms
  • Television

Site Features

  • Building of historical interest

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties welcomed
  • Couples
  • Dark Skies / Stargazing
  • Families

Access Information

General

Emergency evacuation procedures for disabled guests
Staff have disability awareness training, such as visual impairment awareness/dementia awareness training

Parking

Surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance is
Gravel

Entrance

Entrance well lit from front of building and street

Parking

Drop-off point for guests outside entrance

Entrance

Bell at main entrance
Entrance well lit

Public Areas

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

Dining

Meals for guests with special dietary requirements can be provided:
Additive free
Gluten free (coeliac)
Lactose free (dairy free)
Low potassium
Low sodium
Nut free
Organic
Sugar free (diabetic)
Vegan
Vegetarian

Bedrooms

Bathroom with emergency call system available
Bathrooms available that have been specially adapted for wheelchair users
Bathrooms available with:
Bath
Separate shower unit
Wet room
Bedroom with non-allergenic bedding available
Bedrooms available with emergency call systems such as flashing lights (if fire alarm is activated)
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

General

Proprietors/staff available 24-hours

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

Tripadvisor

Gradings

  • 3 AA Gold Stars Hotel
3 AA Gold Stars Hotel

Awards

  • Cumbria AwardsMember of Cumbria Tourism Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016
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Map & Directions

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Road Directions

Main 1595

Public Transport Directions

Nearest Train Station is Ravenglass

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