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Did you know? Here in Cumbria, we’ve got the most Michelin stars outside of London! With 15 Michelin stars across 13 restaurants, including L'Enclume - which holds three Michelin stars and a Green Star for its sustainability credentials - this is the perfect place for fine dining and creative cuisine. Head off on a culinary journey across the Lakes with tasting menus and wine pairings to match.
Discover the Michelin starred restaurants illuminating our culinary landscape, cementing the county’s reputation as a destination for world-class dining.
Askham Hall, Askham, Penrith CA10 2PF
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Askham Hall is situated in the stunning Eden Valley. This historic stately home and gardens is home to the Michelin Star restaurant Allium, with Cumbrian born Head Chef Richard Swale.
The Michelin guide says:
"Relax by the fire in the cosy sitting room of this 14C pele tower, while enjoying canapés and perusing the hugely impressive wine selection from the estate cellars; then head through to the modish, country kitchen style restaurant with its unique tiled floor and garden views. Accomplished dishes are driven by the seasons and the availability of produce from the surrounding Lowther Estate, with the gardener playing a key role in the crafting of the menu."
Find more information on Allium at Askham Hall here
Cavendish St, Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands LA11 6QA

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L’Enclume has firmly placed the village of Cartmel on the foodie map. Simon Rogan’s Michelin starred menu is based on seasonal produce and flavours all sourced from the restaurant’s own 12 acre farm. In 2022, L'Enclume earned its third Michelin star - making it the only 3 Michelin starred restaurant outside of London and the South East.
The Michelin Guide says:
"Exceptional produce is the bedrock of everything they do at L’Enclume. Simon Rogan's 'Our Farm' provides ingredients that are picked daily and fashioned into a menu infused with Simon’s special brand of culinary alchemy."
Find more information on L'Enclume here
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, Crook Rd, Windermere LA23 3NF

The beautiful country house hotel of Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is home to SOURCE: headed up by chef Ollie Bridgewater, and serving creative dishes in a stylish location.
The Michelin Guide says:
"Set over a number of intimate dining rooms is this flagship restaurant of the charming Gilpin Hotel; be sure to start your visit with an aperitif in the bar or one of their many cosy sitting rooms. The cooking adopts a modern and sometimes playful style, including the increasingly common incorporation of Japanese ingredients."
Find more information on SOURCE here
The Cottage in the Wood, Magic Hill, Whinlatter Forest, Braithwaite, Near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

On the road to Whinlatter Forest you can find The Cottage in the Wood – a cosy restaurant with a big reputation for incredible food.
The Michelin Guide says:
"As you make your way up the Whinlatter Pass, you will find this remote black and white inn that boasts some fabulous Lakeland views – best enjoyed from a seat in the conservatory. The cooking comes in the form of a tasting menu and makes use of local produce, with every part of the ingredient put to use. Dishes are well-conceived and blend classical execution with a subtle modernity that highlights a variety of flavours and textures."
Find more information on The Cottage In The Wood here
The Pentonbridge Inn, B6318, Penton, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 5QB
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The Pentonbridge Inn is a Michelin-starred restaurant with rooms, offering relaxed fine dining, on the English-Scottish Border. Discover a seasonal menu with its heart in local produce.
The Michelin Guide says:
"There's an inviting, contemporary feel to this 18th-century Cumbrian inn that's situated so far north, it nearly crosses the Scottish border...The adept kitchen team match the wonderful surroundings with ease, eschewing unnecessary flourishes and instead delivering beautiful balance and depth of flavour with just a few ingredients – as evidenced by superb vadouvan-spiced scallops."
Find more information on The Pentonbridge Inn here
Farlam Hall Hotel, Hallbankgate, Brampton, CA8 2NG, United Kingdom

Located at the beautiful Farlam Hall Hotel, Cedar Tree by Hrishikesh Desai offers a light, airy and welcoming space in which to enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and outstanding food.
The Michelin Guide says:
"Named after the ancient tree that stands in front of it, this restaurant sits inside the Farlam Hall Hotel...The restaurant offers Indian-influenced cooking in the form of a generous tasting menu or an à la carte, both showcasing British produce – including plenty of ingredients from the kitchen garden – enhanced by skilful spicing. The service team are on the ball and ensure you are well looked after."
Find more information on Cedar Tree by Hrishikesh Desai here
Devonshire Square, Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands LA11 6QD
The South Cumbrian village of Cartmel is home to two Michelin starred restaurants, both under the umbrella of renowned chef Simon Rogan. Rogan and Co is a laid-back venue in an attractive cottage next to a stream.
The Michelin Guide says:
"L’Enclume’s laid-back cousin sits in the centre of the village and occupies a pretty cottage beside a stream, with dark wood beams and welcoming open fires. Simon Rogan’s influence is clear to see on the menu, which lists skilfully prepared, understated dishes that make great use of creative ingredient and flavour combinations."
Keswick Road, Grasmere, LA22 9RN, United Kingdom
A luxurious hotel and restaurant, located in the village of Grasmere.
The Michelin Guide says:
"Provenance and sustainability play a major role in the ingredients, often coming from their Victorian kitchen garden or local suppliers, as well as being foraged by the team. Skilfully prepared, creative dishes are full of vibrant colours, textural contrasts and sublime flavours."
Skelton, CA11 9SE, United Kingdom
A family owned village pub in Skelton, on the northern edge of the Lake District.
The Michelin Guide says:
"The Dog and Gun is a proper village pub which does what pubs do best, by providing warmth, honesty and food that puts a smile on your face. Chef-owner Ben Queen-Fryer cooks with his heart and plenty of natural talent, keeping dishes satisfying and recognisable."
Newton in Cartmel, LA11 6JH, United Kingdom
A 17th century village inn, today home to a cosy pub area and a Michelin starred restaurant.
The Michelin Guide says:
"This 17th-century village inn has been sympathetically restored by Cumbrian born-and-bred couple Kevin and Nicola Tickle...Kevin conjures up a tasting menu inspired by the seasons, the surroundings, his imagination and his local foraging knowledge. The playfully described dishes reveal real depth and originality."
Lake Road, Ambleside, LA22 0AD, United Kingdom
An award winning restaurant in the heart of Ambleside.
The Michelin Guide says:
"Dishes often look simple, but are in fact complex, creative and contain impressive depth of flavour – years of culinary experience are evident in every mouthful. Service is smooth, with the detailed dish descriptions delivered with confidence and pride."
Ambleside Road, Ambleside, LA23 1LR, United Kingdom
Fine dining restaurant, located at The Samling hotel overlooking Windermere.
The Michelin Guide says:
"The skill of the chefs is evident in their technical mastery and fine balancing of flavours; well-seasoned monkfish ballotine is a prime example, expertly cooked sous vide and accompanied by a beautifully subtle carrot and saffron sauce."
Church St, Ambleside LA22 0BU
Set in the former workplace of William Wordsworth in Ambleside.
The Michelin Guide says:
"In the heart of the Lake District sits this quirky little restaurant...the skilfully prepared dishes have been well-thought-through and carefully balance bold and delicate flavours; each one has a story – sometimes historic, sometimes personal."
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.

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Windermere
The Lake Edge Restaurant at Storrs Hall offers a seasonal fixed price menu, as a distinctly different choice to The Bistro. There is a choice of dishes for each course of this 3 course dinner menu.
Bowness-On-Windermere
Brand new Free house British pub, serving home made classic British pub food, real fires, real ale and dog friendly.
Ullswater
Our restaurant is a relaxed, ambient space with an open kitchen and views of the lake. Another Place, The Lake is a relaxed, convivial hotel on the shores of Ullswater from where you can explore the great outdoors. At the heart are good food, fresh…
Ambleside, Windermere
British and continental menu served up in contemporary, colourful, and classy surroundings.
Ambleside
Stove Bar and Restaurant offers something for everyone all day and evening merging great indoor and outdoor spaces. Modern and traditional dishes featuring seasonal and the finest local produce are created by Scott and his team, you are able to get…
Ambleside
Ambleside's latest destinations for craft beer & real ale enthusiasts. Offering brewery-fresh craft beers from 6 large copper tanks featured above the bar, plus local cask ales. The full bar offering is complemented by a menu of quality wood fired…
Hawkshead
In the heart of Hawkshead, the King’s Arms offers a warm welcome and a real taste of the Lake District. The menu celebrates local produce, featuring hearty pub favourites and creative seasonal specials made with ingredients from nearby farms. Enjoy…
Keswick
Enjoy hearty, flavour-led dining at Mary Mount, where generous portions, local ingredients, and warm hospitality meet in a relaxed lakeside setting. From comforting classics to Sunday roasts, every meal is crafted with care.
Kirkby Stephen
Charming 14-bed 4* AA Highly Commended Inn in gorgeous conservation village with separate restaurant, small private restaurant, bar and lounge.
Penrith
Opened in April 2019, The Queen’s Head Askham is a village pub with a difference just a two minute walk from Askham Hall. Part of the esteemed Askham Collection, The Queen’s Head is a cosy 17th century village pub with bedrooms ideally located in…
Windermere
Discover 200 years of Windermere’s boating history and the stories of the people involved - from wealthy owners to boat builders, inspired writers to ordinary Lakeland folk - at the Lake District’s new all-weather museum.
Brough, Kirkby Stephen
Enjoy hearty portions and a warm Cumbrian welcome at The Wilding Restaurant. We take pride in serving locally sourced, seasonal dishes. Our menu features a variety of delicious meals made with fresh ingredients from local farms and producers.
Grasmere
Whatever the reason for your visit and whatever the weather outside, you can expect to sleep soundly within the walls of this 17thC coaching inn. Many of our bedrooms have views across the garden towards Helm Crag.
Sedbergh
Family-run for four decades in a stylishly converted 16th century coaching inn. Our seasonal menu and drinks selection champions the best of local produce, with provenance and sustainability central to our approach to food.
Lakeside
Relaxing with our afternoon tea experience, less than a stone's throw away from the water's edge of Lake Windermere.
Penrith
Our 100-seat ground-floor café is a relaxed dining space where you can brunch with friends, enjoy a working lunch or catch up before a movie.
Bowness-on-Windermere
The Fizzy Tarté serves a luxurious range of Champagne, Afternoon Teas & Cocktails in the Heart of Bowness on Windermere, in the Lake District.
Ullswater
The Living Space is a place for eating, meeting and lounging on sofas. Its food is fresh, bold and distinctive. Expect lamb tagine, burgers and fries, meze plates, salads, sourdough pizza and doorstep sandwiches.
Portinscale, Keswick
Open every day, The Lingholm Kitchen & Walled Garden has quickly become a popular Lakeland destination for Breakfast, Lunch and Afternoon Tea.
Bowness-on-Windermere
Set within the contemporary country house hotel Linthwaite House, Henrock opened its doors in October 2019.
Henrock is an informal restaurant that serves an à la carte menu using local, seasonal ingredients, inspired by flavours and techniques…
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