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  1. Food & Drink in The Lake District, Cumbria
    Food & Drink Western Lakes and Coast

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Places to Eat and Drink around the Western Lakes

Is there anything more satisfying that arriving at a country inn and tucking into a meal of local dishes, sourced almost within eyesight of where you’re eating? In the Western Lakes there’s plenty of those options and lots more besides, including a good choice of midrange restaurants in the bigger towns and in some of the hotels.

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    Address

    The Ennerdale Centre, Ennerdale Bridge, Cumbria, CA23 3AR

    Telephone

    01946862453

    bookings@ennerdalecentre.com

    Ennerdale Bridge

    The Gather - the fruition of the community's five year dream saw the launch, in April 2016, of The Gather, funded by a Big Lottery grant. Run by a team of staff and over 50 volunteers, The Gather offers home-baked cakes and hearty soups from the…

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  2. Afternoon Tea
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    Lake View Restaurant at Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa

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    Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 4RE

    Telephone

    01768 776551

    reservations@armathwaite-hall.com

    Bassenthwaite

    Connoisseurs of fine cuisine will find much to appreciate at Armathwaite Hall Country House Hotel and Spa.

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  3. Ritson Restaurant and Tavern at Castle Inn Hotel
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    Ritson Restaurant and Tavern at Castle Inn Hotel

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    Castle Inn Hotel, Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RG

    Telephone

    017687 76401

    reception@castleinncumbria.co.uk

    Keswick

    Our restaurant has a warm and modern appeal, for either a romantic meal for two, or a family meal. if you are hosting a special occasion, private dining can also be arranged in one our of our function rooms. Set beneath some of England's highest…

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  4. Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway
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    Fellbites Cafe & Turntable Cafe at Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway

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    Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SW

    Telephone

    01229 717171

    steam@ravenglass-railway.co.uk

    Cumbria

    Located at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, Fellbites Café serves everything from hot and cold drinks, sandwiches and homebaked cakes, to full meals made to order.

    The Turntable Café, located on Platform 1 serves a wide array of food from hearty…

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    The Cottage in the Wood

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    Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    Telephone

    017687 78409

    relax@thecottageinthewood.co.uk

    Keswick

    The Cottage in the Wood Country Hotel and restaurant is a former 17th Century coaching inn situated in the heart of the Whinlatter forest near Keswick, in one of the most beautiful and dramatic areas of the Lake District national park.

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  6. The Pheasant
    The Pheasant

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    Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9YE

    Telephone

    017687 76234

    info@the-pheasant.co.uk

    Cockermouth

    Unspoiled traditional inn with every modern comfort in understated luxury.

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  7. Bistro
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    The Lakes Distillery, Setmurthy, Nr Bassenthwaite Lake, Cumbria, CA13 9SJ

    Telephone

    017687 88850

    bistro@lakesdistillery.com

    Nr Bassenthwaite Lake

    The Bistro at the Distillery aims to embrace the spirit of the Lake District, which is achieved by using regional ingredients where possible and having a key focus on freshness, flavour and simplicity.

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  8. Express Bar & Lounge at Holiday Inn Express, Barrow in Furness
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    Express Bar & Lounge at Holiday Inn Express Barrow - South Lakes

    Address

    Market Street, Barrow in Furness, LA14 2LE

    Telephone

    01229 444600

    Hello@hiexbarrowinfurness.co.uk

    Barrow in Furness

    Express Bar & Lounge serving International cuisine, ranging from pizza, pasta, burgers, sandwiches and a range of alcoholic drinks, soft drinks and coffee.

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  9. Kirkstile Inn
    Kirkstile Inn

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    Loweswater, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0RU

    Telephone

    01900 85219

    info@kirkstile.com

    Cockermouth

    Set in Loweswater village between Loweswater lake and Crummock water. Rural setting with picturesque views.

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  10. The Fish Inn, Buttermere
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    The Fish Inn, Buttermere

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    Buttermere, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9XA

    Telephone

    017687 70253

    info@fishinnbuttermere.co.uk

    Cockermouth

    The Fish Inn offers a full menu whether you are staying with us, just visiting or walking. As well as a full menu of delicious home cooked food, we are also passionate about Real Ales. Our guests can always find a selection of good quality locally…

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