King George IV Restaurant in Copeland

Great for a pint and a sandwich

Warm, friendly, traditional Lakeland Inn with good food. Lovely open fire. Nice atmosphere with a mixture of locals and holiday makers.

Dog and family friendly pub. Food exceeded expectations in value for money. The mixed grill was well-received and the sirloin steak was tasty. The prawn and chorizo arrabiata was one of the best I’ve tasted. Only surpassed by the onion rings and chips which the kids described as EPIC. It was better than the last visit in 2022. We will be back. Fine ale as well.

A homemade chicken and mushroom pie, mash, mushy peas and gravy washed down by a pint of local beer...all was excellent. A very friendly welcome and we were given samples of all 3 real ales so we could choose! Pastry on the pie was fabulous! Warm fire, very dog friendly..perfect end to our walk today. Thank you!

Stopped at this pub mid afternoon and thankfully we was able to get some hot food after stopping at quite a few places before who had stopped serving, great pup in a lovely building, very close to the waterfall, and after the lovely food and with landlords direction we decided to head up to the waterfall, that was a beautiful walk along the river, The pub is a great place to get fed anytime of day then set out for a walk, Landlord is very friendly and helpful

Just stopped here for a light lunch. Lovely location really nice guys running the place, super friendly. Lunch was lovely ( they even had gluten free burger buns) if in the area it’s a must.

Amazing old pub with good food. A bit understaffed the day we were there so wait for food was long.

6th-9th June 2024: Pulp Brewery: Piña Colada 3.4% 8th-10th June 2023: back again, this time for the Boot Beer Festival. 23rd-25th May 2022: having been coming to the village of Boot in Eskdale since 2004, the King George IV traditional coaching inn has had a fair share of visits over the years. Recently taken on by the team at the Bower House Inn, close by, the George hosts a small selection of ales, has a pool table and darts board. Small seating area at the front and a good seating area at the back. Beautiful views all round. A staple pub to visit on any stay in Eskdale, even if just passing through! Excellent location from Fisherground Campsite or The Chalets. Closest Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway station is The Green. Previous trips: May 2022, October 2020, March 2019, June 2017, July 2013, July 2008, September 2007, September 2005, August 2004

Arrived to our campsite in the rain so decided to go to the pub, No food being served so had to go back & cooked in the dark had a beer no atmosphere at all. Tried again 2 days later Thursday as knew they were doing food then no menus anywhere still said no food today outside. When we asked for a menu we couldn't have one as we hadn't booked! At this point it was empty we only wanted a starter but couldn't have a menu. Such a badly run pub which we believe is up for sale again. A few people did come in to eat but not busy we saw young children bringing out the food obviously no staff. The food was very basic looking so not our idea of eating out as so expensive these days. Its a nice place to sit outside & enjoy the view with a beer so do hope it has new owners next time we visit the area! We are ex landlords so we know what busy is & this wasn't !!

Beautiful place, terrible pub. Service told us they stopped serving food at half past seven at night even though, it says on the website and outside that food is served until 8pm. When asked they flatly lied saying they are fully booked when the place was half empty. Also the pub looked scruffy and unpleasant inside. Pity!!

Outstanding hospitality from Joe and the team. Joe went out of his way to help us with a puncture and made us comfortable whilst we waited. Real traditional generosity and welcome here. Highly recommend a visit, you’ll get a flavour of Cumbrian spirit. Thank you guys x

We only visited the pub for a couple of pints which was good! They have great views from here. The pub was quite busy on the beautiful Saturday evening we visited there.

Dog friendly traditional pub. Tasty food (large portions ) and a wide ranging menu. Visited for an evening meal whilst camping locally. Friendly staff and locals made it a very pleasant visit. Full marks for the young waiter, Stanley😁👍

Lovely stop on the way back from a walk. The tables were all reserved but the barman was very helpful, giving us one of the reserved tables on the condition that we would finish before that reservation. Propper pub food and a good pint. I had steak and ale pie and a pint of bitter.

We visited the King George IV last weekend had drinks on the first night and had Sunday Lunch. The food was amazing the staff were really friendly and had a great sense of humour. I would definitely recommend it all the good was incredible I had the Sunday Roast in a gient Yorkshire pudding itn as delicious.... Everyone loved the food and had a great time!

Amazing roast super delicious and the folks working there are wonderful. I rarely post but this place really deserves it

Went up for a weekend in mid January. Nice open fire and friendly staff. Restricted menu, but totally understand due to the time of the year.

Fab traditional old pub. Friendly, welcoming staff and locals. Had a really good meal.

Stayed here multiple times in a self catering apartment. Pub was great. Decent food and welcoming. The accommodation was great . Warm , clean, cosy with open fire. Lovely bath and shower. Good facilties. Perfect location for walking.Really enjoyed our long weekend stay .

My son and I dropped in for a mid walk lunch and we were so glad we did. It was just perfect. Good home cooked food, great ales and a very warm welcome. The decor is quintessentially English country pub with many original features. We’ll be back.

Had a lovely meal in this beautiful pub in a fantastic location 👍

Lovely place, great location and access from the cabin we stayed nearby, we have been visiting for the past few years and always enjoy coming back. great beer!

Visited today for lunch, staff super friendly - amazing food!! Lovely that we could sit inside with our puppy too. Everything 5*! Beautiful view whilst having our lunch.

visited a few times for lunch during our recent stay in the valley. staff are, on the whole, friendly, service is quick. Very quirky inside this pub with lots of little rooms and levels so not great for anyone with limited mobility. Perfect outdoor areas at front and back with far reaching views if the weather allows. Dog friendly inside and out.

Stopped there for a beer, outside seating in sunshine

Great service, decent prices, in a fantastic setting

I love this place, walked up mountains, came back down and stopped here for a pint of stout and a meal, cracking view. Staff friendly, I was a bit weary at first as I thought it would be full of locals, who are fed up of visitors, but it was OK..

Really nice traditional pub with lovely staff and nice food.

Lovely pub, lovely food, lovely staff.

Having booked a table knowing we’re in ‘silly’ season, we were surprised to find the pub quiet. However, we definitely lucked out! The welcome was friendly yet professional. The service prompt, good banter but again professional. The food was delicious! The Cumberland Sausage Yorkshire Pudding was a triumph! Seasoned beautifully. The gravy was ‘proper’, chips crispy and the peas and mash were excellent. The Yorkshire Pudding was fantastic! Crispy but soft and yummy in the middle. Overall a truly excellent lunch topped of with fabulous local ale. I’m sure we will return very soon! Thank you to the staff on this lunchtime you made us feel very welcome.

Visited for lunch, we had giant Yorkshire with sausage veg and gravy, Steak and Ale Pie and breaded chicken. The food was all delicious, would highly recommend. Lovely location 🥰

Lovely pub serving delicious pies 😊👌

Good food and handy location enroute to wasdale

Only had beers in the garden but a fabulous view, great location. Easy walking from the campsite and will go back next time in the area.

Nice pub and very friendly staff, after/before you go along the PASS

Lovely pub with great views around you. Food was fab! Quick service. Dog friendly pub. Staff were amazing. Clean and friendly place

Wonderful old locals pub with excellent real ales

Have not seen the rooms but bar rooms and restaurants and service excellent

Great pub, good food and a most helpful bartender!

Nice staff. Good food and very quick service. Cosy, country pub with an open fireplace, pool table and darts.

Staff very friendly and welcoming also very dog friendly and food was fantastic.

Dropped by on the way to Hawkshead from Boot Pool. A few years ago, but that’s my red MGB and the pub was named Tattegarth. Great beer and pub food!! The photo with the MGB is posted separately! Can’t add here!!

Great service and lovely food. Very friendly staff

My Son and I dropped in for lunch after a hike up Stanley Ghyll Force. We both had the homemade Steak and Ale pie which was absolutely delicious! Great service and grkieat place all in all most enjoyable..

Stopped off for lunch. Food was exceptional and really reasonably priced too. I had the steak and ale pie which was so good. 👌

Happened upon this pub by accident. Had lunch there. Landlord? very helpful and food served very nice indeed. Highly recommend.

Nice pint of Timothy Taylors. Didn't have food.

We stayed at Eel Tarn which is one of the apartments next to the pub.. we were welcomed on arrival by Joe and shown where to find everything. Coal and wood for the open fire is included in the price. The apartment is clean and well equipped with lovely views.. We ate and drank in the pub and the food was great! I am a vegan with a gluten allergy so finding food to eat when not at home is always tricky.. but the pub team went out of their way to find and create meals for me.. Location is also great if you’re wanting a good base for Scafell Pike.. Highly recommend

Excellent food and friendly service, perfect end to a long walk.

The food here is really good and the service is great. The pub was warm with a log fire burning. Just what you need after a walk.

Great pub in Eskdale. Really friendly staff and good outdoor seating. Also had ice cream too. Will be back to try a meal 🙂

Flat above the pub, amazing space, clean and comfy

A traditional pub I would daresay in a very amazing / central location, which offers accommodation as well (which we came to know later). The food was amazing and my 6 year kid enjoyed the pizza and fries. The chicken burger portions were massive and especially after a long walk, the food here will be enough to bring your energy back. The pub has a lot of history, evident from the photos displayed, that were taken almost 100 years old. The hosts are ever accommodating, and I would definitely ask you to try their pizza or burgers. There are tables on the back and on outside for a sunny day. Pool table is also available

Good food and welcome drinks after a hot day. We were a group of 3 families with 5 young children, The staff were amazing, got some paw patrol on to keep the kids happy and plates were cleared. Couldn't ask for anything more.

Stopped for a late lunch and so happy we did. From the warm welcoming staff lovely location relaxed atmosphere and amazing food it was well worth it. Just wish we lived closer so we could go back more often.

A bit of a tired pub that is likely kept going by clientele from nearby campsite ordering takeaway pizza. Menu a bit limited but understandable with current staffing difficulties though all staff very friendly. Good selection of drinks & very dog friendly

This is easy - absolutely brilliant! A quintessential Inn situated amidst stunning views all round. The Lake District is a place where many 'real' Inns can be found, with this one particularly well situated. The accommodation is self catering so, other than some lunch and an evening meal, take some stuff with you. The rooms are clean and well fitted if you want to eat in or just 'get lost' in the panoramic views. Jo and her staff are priceless here, supporting a happy atmosphere leaving you in no doubt, you've been to 'heaven'.

I've known this Inn for many years, visiting infrequently. It was recently taken over to see the new owners carrying out a subtle refurb. The staff, led by Jo ('Scoish' 😂) are all helpful, friendly and only want the best for you. We stayed there August 8th til the 12th and thoroughly enjoyed it! Besides the fact the weather was beyond brilliant, seriously enhancing the sun-lit majestic views; the banter I shared with mainly Jo, then her staff and guests REALLY made it for me! We will be going back!

Rooms recently totally renovated. Very clean and comfortable in a great location. Beer is good and the food is well prepared. Portions are large. Don't expect fine dining but the prices are very good. Great atmosphere in and outside the pub.

Really poor quality food. Pizza on a ready made base, with cheese mix. Nachos, with off guacamole that was fermented, and not a single whole tortillas chip, but instead what appeared to be a bowl if crumbs from the bottom of a bag. The chips were good, but it's fairly easy to fry frozen frys. I so wanted to like this place, but it's just poor. Also no signal and terrible WiFi that you can only access from one table in the restaurant.

Lovely food. Veg stew delish. Great selection of local beer and cider. And if you're camping locally, it's dry and has a real roof. Yay.

Lovely pub right at the end or start of the Hardknott/Wrynose Pass-food good and reasonable price.

Excellent bar, excellent prices very welcoming and friendly staff. Outdoor seating I could not ask for more!

Amazing food, great staff and lovely location!

Very small bar area, staff are nice but it's very cramp.

Lovely staff. Friendly welcome. Couldn't do enough to help. Good beers on tap too 👌

Excellent speedy service. Excellent food.

The Sunday roast was brilliant and well priced.

A very nice spot for a quick beverage

Lovely atmosphere. Made to feel so welcome with lovely beers, great locals and the best ham, egg n chips I've had. Certainly well worth a visit.

Stayed over for the weekend at our friends wedding. Accommodation lovely with friendly staff and great food! Would recommend this venue highly and will most definitely be coming back! 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

Great pint of Ennerdale blonde in the sun

Food service were amazing cheap £2 per pint there own FANTASTIC

We ate a couple of times here, both times it was welcoming and they even fitted us in without a booking on a Friday evening (very thankful for that one), the food is excellent, good portion size and reasonably priced too, the Steak and Ale pie was outstanding, how do they make it so good in Cumbria??, we left full up and happy and will return another time in the future. All in all a lovely experience and deserving of 5 stars.

Brilliant evening out, friendly staff, fantastic food, good prices. Would certainly come back and recommend to others.

From the moment we walked into King George we were made welcome. We ordered two meals, lasagne and ham egg and chips, which were cooked to perfection. It is a lovely country pub and we will be returning.

Great food and welcoming staff.

Great food and beer , price is good as the food is good quality which counts the most . Location is a natural stopping point for hardknot pass so popular in the valley. Great out door covered area for summer nights and families

After a day of hiking, my friends and I popped in for some drinks and food. Staff were incredibly welcoming and the food was amazing.

Went for Sunday dinner there yesterday and it was the best one I've been for in quite a while Great selection of beers. Very freindly staff. Brilliantly priced food N beer. all round great experience!

Very impressed when we happened across this lovely pub in an incredible location. We didn't eat here but the food looked fantastic.

Stopped off for a drink on our way back to our hotel. A good choice of drinks available and the staff were friendly. There is parking available out the front and back of the pub.

Incredible portion sizes, decent selection of ales and lagers. Pool and darts available.

Proper pub. Good ale and great people.

A traditional Lakeland pub, warm welcome and a roaring fire. The food is excellent, the Cumbrian Tattie pot if well worth seeking out. Great beer too!

Food is great - really well prepared, place is very clean and the staff are really nice. Highly recommended!

We only called in for a quick drink whilst out for a walk. Very friendly helpful staff and the place allows dogs inside.

Very friendly staff, drinks were reasonably priced and there was a good quality pool table free - what better way to kill some time. Thanks team.

Catered for a large number of people at short notice 2 nights in a row and were absolutely amazing about it. The staff are so friendly, the food was lovely and filling and the pub is awesome. Would recommend and cannot wait to come back

We tried booking lunch by email but no reply. When we arrived the bar staff were polite. We were given 2 menus, only to be told that we could order only from one of them. We ordered our food from the small lunchtime menu and settled at a table, only then to be told that our choices were unavailable and there were only 2 items available on the menu, scampi and a vegetarian burger. We left to find a beautiful lunchtime meal in another pub a little further up the road.

Another good place for a meal, friendly staff also very helpful. The meals are brilliant and I would advise anyone to go and see for themselves. Well worth the money, and the desserts are just mouth watering .

Good pub food real ales and a range of ciders. Friendly welcoming staff kids and dogs welcome. Pool table and outside seating if you get the weather. Reasonable prices highly recommended.

Good rural pub, adequate selection of beers and decent food..👍🏻

Lovely meal very friendly staff go back again

Ate here on a Friday night. The food was excellent. 3 of our group had the Yorkshire pudding with Cumberland sausage. Great! Fish & chips were nice too. Burger was huge, and really tasty. Puddings were good & a decent choice. The pub / restaurant was quite busy which was great to see. Service was kept in good time though.

Very friendly staff. Very helpful.

Decent food, arrived dead on 8 when good finished still sat us down and fed us, waiters where lovely very happy with everything

Ignore the old reviews as they have been bought out by the people who own the bower House down the road. They have a really interesting menu with lots of local ingredients. I had the cumbrian tatty pot which was local lamb black pudding in a rich gravy topped with crispy potatoes and a side of cooked red cabbage. Yummy. My husband had the local steak pie equally good. The 2 main staff were really delightful and welcoming, The pub is old and atmospheric. If you sit outside then you are surrounded by fells.

Very poor quality food!! Keep away i had a rump steak £16,95 more like £5,95

Great food, well cooked and staff very friendly and helpful. Good choice of beers.