The Cross Keys Temperance Inn in South Lakeland - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Stopped in for much needed cake and coffee following our walk at the waterfall. Staff were lovely, the cakes and drinks were spot on too - what more could anyone ask for! Would absolutely come again: thanks very much.

Had a lovely lunch here, sitting outside in the sunshine. Food was delicious and good value too - we went on a Friday so we're able to take advantage of the pie day offer, and we just about had room for a cake (which there was a good selection of). Staff were very friendly and the setting is lovely- we especially enjoyed watching the birds and other wildlife.

Not the warmest of welcomes as we arrived with two Labradors. We were seated in the parlour but were told if we wanted to eat we’d have to eat there and not at a table. Therefore only had a snack as didn’t fancy eating off our laps. Lovely pub but clearly not very dog friendly - which may be a plus for some. Dogs are not warmly welcomed and indeed advised “leave them in the car” if you want to eat in the restaurant! Shame really as we’d travelled a fair distance. Maybe they were just having an “off” day!

Fantastic parlour with coal fire. Very relaxing. Lovely staff. Most welcoming. Excellent food thank you. Friday is pie day. Delicious.

Quirky old fashioned inn serving very traditional food Just had a Sunday roast beef dinner followed by sticky toffee pudding and I can’t fault it in any way. Really tasty and filling will definitely go again. Remember they don’t sell alcohol but you can take your own and they don’t charge corkage. Amazing and they provide the glasses.

So disappointed that, after driving 60 miles to visit this inn and the nearby waterfall, there was just a notice on the door saying CLOSED! This in spite of their website stating that their Monday opening hours are 10.30 till 2.30. Make sure to ring and check they are actually open before you go. We had been looking forward very much to visiting so were very disappointed. Other people also arriving and expecting to be able to have lunch there.

Lovely place but gave 4 stars only because the steak and ale pie was very salty. Portions good size. Didn’t have a pudding as I was too full but will return. Fridays are our day good value pie and drink for just under £10x

Sat outside in glorious sunshine, great food, don’t miss the black pudding starter. Only disadvantage was steep walk back to our Airbnb. Loved it!

Stopped here for some lunch after a walk. Very friendly and accommodating staff. The pub itself has a lovely homely feel. The food was homemade, fresh and VERY tasty! 100% recommend :)

The food was absolutely superb and the service first class. A great place to visit, with wonderful views and lots of antiquities to see. a really fabulous night out.

Delightful old world, cafe, excellent coffee and cakes. Very friendly and helpful staff. Special, well worth a visit.

Great Sunday lunch after a walk to Cautley Spout. Waitress was lovely and made us really welcome. We had the Sunday roast beef and then homemade puddings. All delicious, homemade and great value. We'll definitely be back.

We like most people called in here after a walk to Cautley Spout. The open fire in the small parlour was very welcoming on a cold day. We both ordered soup which was a tad over salty but we don't use salt usually so that may have been why. Husband really enjoyed his black pudding combo starter & I had an egg mayo sandwich which was so generous it did for my tea as well, Lovely friendly staff. Well worth a visit. It is a dry establishment but you can bring your own.

Stopped off for cream teas after visiting the nearby Cautley Spout waterfalls, fortunately weather was nice enough to sit outside and admire the beautiful views, also the birds devouring the bird feeders. Lovely home made scones

Visited on Saturday 04th June 2022. We made the short journey from our accommodation to Cross Keys Temperance Inn for a late lunch before we walk to Cautley Spout which is the highest non-free falling waterfall in England. Limited parking on-site and shared with the adjacent farm but some parked on the opposite side of the road. The main building is a B&B and though there appeared to be an interior eating area we found a seat outside as the weather was lush and though this seating was a little ad hoc given the shape and size of the patio area, it served us fine. The menu had snacks, drinks and limited full meals but the service was fine as was the food when delivered. The payment was made back in the tiny service area and was straightforward enough. There were toilets on site and overall these all complimented what is the best part, namely the view up the valley leading to the waterfall in the distance. We will be back, as a view like this enriches the soul.

Its an old inn, owned by the National Trust, a Temperance establishment but you can bring your own alcohol. We had an excellent lunch of tuna and egg mayonnaise bagettes, sitting outside in glorious sunshine under a parasol in the rear garden overlooking Cautley Spout and the Howgill Fells. A corner of Historic Yorkshire (West Riding) close to the Westmorland border, on the Sedbergh to Kirkby Stephen road. Paradise on a hot lunch time! Highly recommended.

Came here for bed and breakfast and booked in for dinner. We had a wonderfully peaceful stay. We loved the glorious views, hearty, simple and delicious food and the warm relaxed attitude to guests. Chris and her staff did everything to look after us. We couldn't fault our stay here and can't wait to come back.

We had such a wonderful lunch of delicious pies, chips and vegetables. We finished up with lemon cheesecake, flapjack and lemon tart. It’s such a lovely cosy restaurant with a beautiful view of Cautley Spout waterfall. The menu has something for everyone. There’s an outdoor seating area with the view of the waterfall. Highly recommend!

We arrived here on a rainy Friday afternoon and were welcomed in for lunch. Pies were the special on the day and I opted for the chicken and leek with bacon pie while my husband had a bacon sandwich. We waited in the cosy sitting...

What a lovely lunch we had with a delightful waitress. The pies were excellent and so was the service. We booked for lunch on a Friday.

Check the opening times before you go as they’re not open every day, and require bookings for some evening meals. Lovely drive across the Dales to get to this historic inn in the middle of nowhere. Dogs are welcome outside but not inside. We had...

We've been here before for a drink on the terrace in summer sunshine (a gorgeous home-made lemonade apiece) and this time we were here for a couple of excellent cappuccinos on a cold day, drunk while sitting in front of a roaring range fire in...

My 95 year old mother thinks that someone should tell the waitress to avoid the classic "can she manage" addressed over her head to younger (mere 70's) members of the party. I too wish it hadn't happened because I'm tired of hearing about it. Personally...

My wife and I booked an evening meal at the Cross Keys Temperance Inn on Friday 9 November 2021. The cross keys is a national trust heritage site and is a grade 2 listed building. The whole experience was first rate from beginning to end....

Despite being on winter opening hours the staff kindly opened up for lunch especially for us. After completing the short walk to Cautley Spout, the warm interior of the pub was very welcoming. We enjoyed a freshly prepared lunch together with our BYOB drinks. A...

What a find. Go back in time & experience a good traditional & unpretentious menu; well cooked & decent portions. Excellent service. Unlicensed but no corkage charge. Couldn't fault the place.

Was invited as part of a Birthday meal & had a wonderful evening. First sitting in font of a roaring fire whilst the rain was hammering down outside! There we examined the menu whilst drinking wine that we had brought with us (Temperance Inn means...

This is a must visit if your in the area. We never ate so can't review the food. We had a coffee and tea cake which was nice. It's so quirky and full of

We had a wonderfully intimate and cosy night here, it's a very small and snug dinning area which feels more like a family living room then a restaurant! But the service was very friendly and food was delicious with generous portions. Note - it is...

After a lovely stroll around the paths of Cautley we fancied a cuppa. The view from the outside tables is of Cautley Spout, beautiful and tranquil. A bacon bap jumped out of the menu as did a nettle cordial. Oh my . . . I've...

Went there for lunch with my family. This is a lovely place; staff were courteous and helpful and following Covid advice and guidance. I’m vegan and I was able to have a lovely baked potato with delicious flat mushrooms, baked beans and salad. Food was...

I have eaten in lots of places, this was the worst. I’m usually a patient man, but I felt disrespected repeatedly by the staff. Don’t go here, you deserve better.

We came to the Inn unsure of what to expect because I have to be careful what I eat due to intolerances. Our waitress was most helpful and understanding. I chose the seabass and it was cooked to perfection and a generous two fillets which...

Had booked the Cross Keys for Sunday lunch not realising that they did not have an alcohol licence. It didn't matter as we managed quite nicely on the alcohol free drinks. The Sunday lunch was wonderful and the staff were lovely. On the lovely day we called we were surprised how quiet it was - people don't know what they are missing - we will call again

Handy if you're climbing up to cautley spout as the footpath is right next door, the young members of staff we saw very friendly and helpful. We didn't go inside as covid restrictions seemed to be in place so didn't get to see the building really , and the weather was nice enough to sit outside with views over the hills .

After a very cold, wet and windy climb this was a lovely warm location to warm the toes. With a fire lit snug it seemed perfect and had seen good reviews. The decor is not everyone's taste with nick nacks covering every possible surface. The menu was reasonable with plenty of choice. We chose the pies which I think are home made but unsure after hearing the majority of the deserts were not home made. Basic food but reasonably priced. My main criticism was the CAT walking around the dining areas..... If your a cat person fair does but a feline friend wrapping around my legs whilst I try and eat was not the experience I expected.

We visited twice during our stay in Sedbergh. First after a very good walk up Cautley Spout and on to the Calf and back by which time we were more than ready for the hearty home cooked food on offer! I had a cracking beef and onion pie and my wife a cheese and onion tart. Very friendly staff in a relaxed ,homely and convivial atmosphere.We enjoyed the lunch so much that we returned two days later!

Wonderful inn, friendly staff and the food is awesome. We called mainly because it’s a National Trust property, we normally just take a photo and go but the staff were so friendly we had a drink and a bacon, sausage and egg bap which were delicious. If we are ever in the area again, we would definitely call for refreshments.

We walked up to Cautley Spout, then returned to the Cross Keys for lunch, having parked just a few yards away.The resident cat is a lovely welcoming character. So too was the waitress! We all three had the delicious Wensleydale bacon baguette. Delicious. We are outside taking in the incredibly beautiful views of the Spout and surrounding hills.Inside this temperance pub is a fascinating old place. Lovely decor and ambience, part of the building eating back to the sixteenth century.

We stopped here for a drink and cake after a walk to the waterfall. This has to be the most welcoming place I have been to and the homemade cake was exquisite. We sat outside and took in the views around a us too. Thoroughly enjoyable, covid friendly and a place we will definitely visit again. What a lovely place

Remember, this is a temperance inn - no alcohol is served. If you're dining, they are happy for you to take your own.The next thing to mention right at the start is the Covid precautions. Staff are scrupulous and well ahead of many other places. Be prepared to have your temperature taken.Whoever built the inn in the 1500s knew what they were doing. The view up into the hills and looking at Cautley Spout waterfall (apparently the highest in England) is a real treat and it's a popular walk up to it. We called at lunchtime to book for an evening meal and dallied in the sunshine, having a chat with the friendly landlord.Our evening meal was really good. A black pudding starter and anybody is well on the way to a 5 star review. This was followed by a large portion of really tasty rabbit pie with an interesting broccoli/cauliflower cheese side and chips, and then a delicious Dulverton Tart. This is very interesting because the only mention of Dulverton Tart on the whole internet is in reviews of this inn! It's a delicious fruity tart with a sponge topping. I took a bottle of "Last Wolf" brewed not too far away in Cartmel which went down very well with the rabbit.The inn is homely with an open fire and appointed with quaint furnishings.I enjoyed the whole experience very much and would return any time.Some things are still right in this world.

We had a very well cooked delicious lunch here. Staff were warm, welcoming and knowledgeable about the Inn. Fog obscured the view of Cautley Spout but we know from a previous visit that it is well worth seeing.

Had soup here after climbing Cautley Spout and were so impressed that we booked an evening meal.We enjoyed a lovely meal, with good service. The portions were so big that we didn’t have room for a pudding.Would certainly eat there again when on the area.

Amazing place. Food fab , owners very friendly. Vegan options. Bring your own alcohol - no corkage charge.

Just had the most adorable lunch with family here . Nothing too much trouble and the food was really delicious. Open fire and fun chat to greet us . Quiet corner with the children was perfect in every way . Thank you

Sadly only stopped here for one night but great food and a proper homely place to stay. Great food and fascinating talking to Chris and Alan. Famous for its Westmorland Crundle pudding which is well worth a try... and the lamb was delicious! No booze served which was the reason for booking (but they welcome you bringing your own). Highly recommended. Cautley Spout can be seen from here and is a nice walk.

Lovely evening of charity fundraising at the Cross Keys. Excellent toffee, hotpot and pud. How Alan and Chris can put on such a spread and make enough to give to charity is mind boggling. Keep on keeping on!

Spent a couple of days here over bank holiday weekend. It exceeded our expectations. As always the hospitality and service could not be faulted. Very welcoming hosts, nothing was too much trouble. The food was truly delicious and excellent value. I would highly recommend a stay here if your looking for some piece and quiet and service with a smile. Point to note, this is a temperance inn so they do not sell alcohol, they welcome you bringing your own and do not charge corkage, bonus in my book :-)

Thirteen of us arrived for a (pre booked) lunch. The Inn is charmingly old fashioned and quaint, Very comfortable. We were made most welcome and forsook our usual beer (it is a temperance hostelry) for ginger beer and sarsaparilla, which was no bad thing, particularly for the drivers. All the food was freshly home cooked and the rabbit pie was delicious. Fine selection of deserts. The visit really was a step back in time. Great service, historically interesting and good food,

If I could give a rating of 6 out of 5 for this authentic little pub and what it provides, I would. We booked for Sunday lunch before heading off for a Dales walk, and arrived back 2 hours late for lunch! No problem - our delicious, fresh local food, hot lunch was ready in no time... and then there was dessert... all a bit different from the standard pub fare. Staff were friendly and welcoming. The fire was going and the charming atmosphere was like stepping back a couple of centuries. It's an alcohol-free pub with a great alternative drinks menu - but if you can't do without the stuff that makes you loud and gregarious, then you're welcome to BYO.

In deze oude inn langs de doorgaande weg middenin de natuur arriveerden wij voor diner. Op sommige avonden kunnen non resident gasten hier ook reserveren. We bestudeerden het menu in de cozy zitkamer met bric a brac meubilair. In koelere tijden zal de haard hier vast lekker branden. Het menu bevat voldoende opties. Uit de recensies maak ik op dat de menukaart al lange tijd ongewijzigd is en klassiekers van de kok bevat. Voor ons als incidentele gasten natuurlijk geen enkel probleem. Er is een gezellige eetruimte, een lichte aangebouwde serre met twee tafels (waar wij zaten) en een terras. Die laatste twee hebben prachtig uitzicht op het landschap en in de verte de waterval. Vooraf hadden we paté (lekker) en potted shrimps (lekker maar erg kleine portie). Dan verder met gevulde fazant borst (beetje droog) en lam (fantastisch). Genereuze desserts: eton mess en een meringue rol met witte chocolade en een verdwaalde framboos, beide erg lekker. In deze temperance inn wordt geen alcohol geschonken (die kun je gerust zelf meebrengen), maar er zijn allerlei fris- en sap opties. De ginger slammer is een aanrader. Vriendelijke bediening door een jongedame. De eigenaar komt een babbeltje maken. Prijs kwaliteit dik in orde. Parkeren langs de weg.

Olde world inn. Good food and service. Great views to Cautley Spout and the Howgills. Temperance but allows customers to take their own wine and doesn’t charge corkage.

Firstly, you take your own drinks - whether that be G&Ts;, wine, digestifs or beer - so if you're a wine lover this is a guarantee of drinking good wine and not paying anything for it! There is a lovely reception room and then a simple but welcoming dining area - or the option to sit in a small conservatory with spectacular views of Cautley Spout and a couple of lambs wandering up to be fed from a bottle! The food was tasty and the portions very generous - especially the starters and desserts. Ive eaten here several items and, in the past, its been a bit hit or miss but this time it was a definite bullseye and, from what I hear, that seems to be pretty constant.

Walked along paths from Sedbergh, took a while, anywhere called the Cross Keys must be a pub - ok! We were thirsty & had a very nice cup of tea & cake too. The waitress ordered us a taxi back to Sedbergh. Very pleasant.

Booked at short notice for last Saturday,evening meal for two,Have been a few times over the years , but not for several years now. Just as before, lovely relaxed ambience and setting, cosy armchairs with real fire (v.welcome, it was cold out!) and welcoming staff who were friendly without any desire to hurry you through the meal.

Quirky inn with small spaces but lovely fire gave great atmosphere. Lunch was excellent. My son loves the mutton pie. Not something that is easy to get, but everything was seasonal and local. Interesting drinks menu, too.

Went for a refreshment break after walking up Caultney Spout. Enjoyed a slice of chocolate cake and the children had milkshakes and chips whilst we enjoyed the beautiful views. They have a really interesting non alcoholic drinks menu with unusual and tempting offerings...Would love to work my way though it! Lovely setting and worth visiting.

My partner and I ate here last Saturday and had a superb three course meal , we both started with homemade mushroom soup , I then had seabass and my partner had the roasted vegetable wellington - we finished with an apple crumble with custard and cream and I had the very-berry cherry pie. The total bill was £54 which was extremely reasonable for what we ate. The young lady who served us was very attentive and couldn’t have done anything better. Her little helper ( a little boy of about five) was very sweet . There was a table of 5 in when we ate and he helped out serving their vegetables. An excellent place to eat and I can’t work out why we have never heard of the Cross Keys before considering we have lived in Kendal got a long time.

Step back in time and relax in the old world charm of this delightful inn. I felt as if I was back having lunch with my granny 50 years ago - so many of the artefacts were in her house too, Sunday lunch is always delicious and you are made to feel so welcome. The cat is gorgeous too

For anyone looking for an authentic and utterly charming Yorkshire Dales dining experience, you'd do well to come here.

We chose this place simply because of the location for meeting friends so that we all travelled similar distances

A beautiful Inn with glorious views. The black pudding was superb and great service. Well worth a visit.

Its been nearly 45 years since I last visited the Inn! The view is still superb! Choice of food has also greatly improved over time. I'm gluten intollerant and I had plenty of choice. I will not wait so long before I visit again!

What a find! We came in after a walk up Yarlside, the Calf and down via Cautley Spout. The reception area and welcome was brilliantly rustic with a cat sat in the armchair and a nice roaring fire.

Great home cooked food in this temperance inn you can bring your own wine Great pies and sticky toffee pud for desert

Lovely spot with a wonderful view of the Dales from our table. The lounge was very cozy. Excellent steak and ale pie.

The staff were friendly and welcoming, the inn is quirky, quaint and comfortable and the food was absolutely delicious! It was lovely to see dishes on the menu that you aren't going to see everywhere else. I struggled to choose my main course as there were several dishes I would have loved to try including vegetarian and fish dishes. I had a fantastic rabbit pie and my husband thoroughly enjoyed his steak pie. We really enjoyed having a meal without any alcohol (although you can take your own) and both enjoyed the cordials we tried. All in all a fantastic evening with a difference.

The food was delicious, and we were made to feel like welcome guests rather than merely customers. I recommend it highly.

Llamamos para comer en el camino a Lancaster no nos dimos cuenta de que era sin alcohol (aunque puedes tomar tu propia)

Tuvimos un almuerzo de sándwich muy agradable después de un paseo por la mañana temprano a la cascada. Descarga Cautley Yo sin saberlo la izquierda mi caso escrito detrás. Cuando regresamos, por un par de días más tarde, me estaba esperando y amable de volver. Gracias una vez más.

Stopped here for tea and cake whilst walking. There was a pleasant walk to the nearby waterfall and our group of 4 received a warm welcome and very good choice of tasty cakes.

Esta fue nuestra segunda visita y como la última vez, no me decepcionó. Nos sentamos en el área de invernadero en la parte trasera con vistas preciosas de las montañas. Tres campos tiende a ser demasiado para nosotros, así que optamos por los principales, y pudines. Fui para el pato en Salsa cumberland que fue divino y mi otra mitad fuimos para el cordero que estaba en wolfed. La comida es sencilla, bien preparada y absolutamente deliciosa con ingredientes locales utilizados. Hay una buena selección de postres y una tarta de queso y un dulverton se sacia después estábamos completamente. Porque puede traer su propio vino, el coste de la comida es mucho más baja que sería en un restaurante y así representa una increíble relación calidad-precio. El servicio era amable y atento y el lugar tiene mucha personalidad. Bien merece una visita, aunque se aconseja reservar por adelantado.

Disfrutamos de la comida y el ambiente. Personal amable, una chimenea crepitante encantadora en el salón dieron una experiencia muy relajante y agradable. Sin duda volveré de nuevo.

Only popped in for coffee and cake but wanted to return for dinner. Alas it was fully booked. Very interesting place and worth a visit if you are walking to Spout or in the area. Menu looked good and wholesome, but quality.

10 friends away for a weekend reunion, we booked into the cross keys, we'd been before and loved the quaint and quirky restaurant, the staff are so friendly and helpful. This time did not disappoint as always the food is fresh home cooking, served with plenty of fresh veggie, there are a few veggie options too! Everything was superb from the grilled sea bass, lamb, steak, veg lasagne and Moroccan tangine. The place is lovely from the roaring open fire with the quirky seats and fitting, it is a joy.It is a Temperance bar so no alcohol is served but you are welcome to take your own, but try the shakes or Dandelion and burdock. The place is open during the day and you will need to book in the evening, but it is worth it. if you visit during the day, you can take the walk up to causey spout and get a Coffee or a bite to eat in the Cross keys on the way back..what more could you ask for.

Called in on a weekend away in North Yorkshire for lunch on Saturday (5 11 2016). Will definitely be making a return visit! Alan, the owner, invited us to join him in the parlour whilst we decided on what to eat. Many other travelers also joined the chat.Alan was a fabulous host, full of quirky anecdotes and local information. The home-cooked food was outstanding, the surroundings were very English and quaint, but most of all, Alan was a legend!We will most definitely be returning when we next visit North Yorkshire! (Will the long johns still be hung up to dry?!) :-)Ian & Nova (Chorley Lancs)

Arrived for a private 60th birthday party and had a brilliant time. Roaring open fire, low beams and food to die for. Brilliant.I had Black Pudding to start, Cannon of lamb then Crundle - fantastic and good portions too.Lovely. would be happy to go back.

This is a remarkable place to eat - its in the middle of nowhere but with great views of the hills all around it. We sat by an open fire to order and then at the end of the meal for our coffees - great atmosphere. The menu has good old fashioned English, all homemade and very tasty. Well worth a visit.

very interesting chatted with the owner who told us about the history and claims that it is probably the only temperance inn left in England. Didn't eat there but the coffee and hospitality was great

We are tourists from the the South of England visiting this wonderful part of the world and heard about the Cross Keys from some of the local folks and the National Trust Handbook. And wow, what a recommendation. Although open during the day for snacks and lunches, the Inn is only open in the evenings certain days of the week (Thursday/Friday & Saturdays) and it is best to book ahead. The setting is fantastic. A 400 year old Inn which bags of character, and low ceilings between rooms that have been decorated with ornaments and pictures collected through the years.The menu was varied and contained all the elements of a top restaurant. All three courses were superbly cooked and presented. Try the Lamb Filet! Better than any Beef Filet Iv'e tasted! Nice relaxed atmosphere made even better by the attentive staff.Oh! and bring your own alcohol if you want. The Cross Keys is Temperance Inn after all!

We enjoyed our dinner here very much. The food was honest and unspoilt by superfluous cheffy touches.The standard of cooking was high with each course being delicious. Standout dish for us was the crundle pudding. The inn has a Lovely ambiance and is in a great setting. As this is a temperance pub they have a long list of unusual soft drinks, but you can take your own bottle. Lastly service was very good. We liked this inn so much we returned next day for lunch.

This place is a must to visit on the way to sedbergh.Step back in time with its original sitting room and lounge not changed in a hundred yrs.Coffee and home made scones .But take a walk out back and sit and see the view breath taking .Shut on Mondays .Don't miss this one

We attended a friend's 50th birthday meal at the Cross Keys. It was a marvellous location, with very good food and very friendly service.

I was looking forward to my visit, and as i walked inside to order a soft drink found the initial room quaint.However,i feel the National trust are missing a trick rooms look basic on the bed and breakfast leaflet,and would not encourage me to book in.Love the views out of the back door and a nice walk .

We knew this place was fairly small so booked a table for Sunday lunch by phone. Pleased we did as they were busy. The car park is small but you can usually park on the roadside.You are welcomed and shown into the parlour decorated in Victorian style. It was like visiting your granny's in the early 1900s! Lots of things to look at and you can play the piano if you have the talent! The menu is small but that's a fair indication that nothing will have come out of the freezer or microwave. It all looked homemade.My husband had the huge gammon, two eggs and chips with salad garnish and finished it but I don't know how he did it! I had the lovely rabbit pie with veg. As others have said you can take your own wine but they do a nice menu of soft drinks including a few which are more unusual.We had no room for desserts but they all sounded good. We had to do the waterfall walk to help get rid of some of the calories but went back afterwards for tea and coffee. This time afternoon tea was being served in the fire lit parlour and that looked good too. Would have no hesitation in going again when next in this wonderful area.

Lovely spot, nestled on the road out of Sedbergh under Cautley Spout. Traditional inn - low beams, lots of interesting trinkets (e.g. photos of Victorian rugby teams, old police uniform, antique muskets etc). Sat in the parlour in front of the fire before dinner, bit odd, but very nice. Food excellent, and lots of it. Great local pudding selection, make sure you ask for a description of all the puds on offer! And it's a temperance inn, so make sure you BYOB! Definitely the best chow in and around Sedders.

Whilst driving past, this lovely old Temperance Inn beckoned - it was time for a break and we were so glad to stop here. The old Inn was magnificent with its open fireplace and low beams and ceilings. We were entertained by the man of the house and were told the history of this beautiful old building. Morning tea was delicious with another serve of scones, jam and cream (plentiful helping of all), and later, pleasantly full, we walked around the garden and marvelled at the beautiful scenery of the Fells behind the Inn. It certainly was a pleasant place to visit and anyone travelling near Sedbergh should take the opportunity and visit and maybe if lucky enough, hear the story about the old Temperance Inn.Thumbs up for this lovely, historic place.

The Cross Keys is a very old pub dating back at least 200 years. A dreadful accident when a well refreshed farmer walking home slipped into the ditch on a freezing night and died, made the then landlady vow not to serve alcohol any longer. Diners can however, bring their own wine and beer to bring a little more good cheer to the home cooking.We always enjoy the open fire in winter and the glorious view of Cautley Spout waterfall in summer. The Cross Keys are a favourite place for our family celebrations, its just a very special place!

We ate here last night, a party of six with four adults and two teens. What a wonderful place. Great atmosphere, very welcoming and friendly in a stunning location. The food is amazing. Top quality ingredients beautifully cooked without the pretentiousness you find in some restaurants. They kindly doubled a starter for my daughter to turn it into a main course. Highlights were the potted shrimps, rabbit pie, crundle dessert and dulverton tart. Rarely do you eat somewhere where all three courses are superb. Lots of empty plates and happy people when we left. We will come back :) Thank you

We noticed the Cross Keys marked on our roadmap and stopped for lunch & a quick stroll up to Cautley Spout. Blazing fire in the parlour was very welcome on a wintry day, colder by comparison in the conservatory where we were shown to a table. Exceptional homemade bread with the soup - would have been good to have the same with the delicious homemade pate too. We tried the crundle for pudding: unusual but tasty. Friendly staff & homely environment, we hope to call again. No dogs inside though as National Trust property.

Noticed that the Temperance Inn was marked on our road map and decided to see what it was like. Very glad we did! Dropped in for afternoon tea and were delighted with the place. Friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere, good range of home produced goodies and interior decoration that seems to have just accumulated since around 1750. Not on the beaten track, but worth looking for. Hill walkers and cyclists welcome.

the food and service was outstanding, it was lovely walking in it reminded me of my great aunty home, the views were breathtaking, the steak pie is well worth ordering and their famous crundle pudding

just completed a walk in the Howgills and Cautley Spout so returned to the hotel for food. The lovely staff made us welcome, brought us coffee in the lounge before serving food in the dining room. Thursday is pie day so you get a choice of about 8 different pies plus chips or mash plus veg and coffee or tea for £7.50. Pies are home made and excellent. Great choice of other food on the menu plus lots of desserts to choose from. Sadly we were too full but will return. You feel like you have stepped right back into the 40's. The dining room has a view right up to the waterfalls and the garden is full of colourful wild birds on the feeders. Do go there. You will not be disappointed. Contact me about the walk though.

The food is excellent and the proprietor and staff are so friendly and helpful. It may be temperance but you are able to take your own wine etc. The surroundings and views are some of the best in this old section of the West Yorkshire dales. (Now of course Cumbria). Ring up to prebook if you are a larger party.

This is a unique pub, although not attractive to anyone wanting an alcoholic drink! The pub is preserved in a style you might have expected in the early 1900s. The "Keys" special salads are worth trying, with chicken cheeses and fruit included in the dish. There are also some wonderful views from the conservatory at the back if you can get a seat there.

Our first visit, having taken a link of places to stay from the National Trust section for Sizergh Castle. In the middle of nowhere (well, between Sedbergh and Ravenstonedale), This Inn is surrounded by high hills and the Cautley Spout (cascading waterfalls to the uninitiated). A 'temperance' Inn (no alcohol)...but who cares? The scenery, the comfortable inn, smashing hosts and good food is a more intoxicating experience. Stayed for two days in the double room - very nice. Enjoyed one evening meal (the rabbit pie was gorgeous, as was the steak and ale pie - both tender and rich). Quaint sitting area, library for visitors' use, small but lovely conservatory to dine in - overlooking fields, grazing sheep and magnificent hills (and Spout). Twas a trifle expensive for us but, in all honesty, we would love to visit again

We booked a table at this interesting looking pub, at the end of a lovely walk up to Cautly Spout waterfall.It was a wonderful welcome by all the staff, and attentive service throughout, making us feel very welcome. The atmosphere of this old inn is truly unique, and the hosts have made it the most incredible experience. We were shown to a table in a conservatory overlooking the beautiful hills, and presented with delicious food. We had a wonderful waitress who I believe was from Equador....We cannot recommend this place highly enough....and we hope to return next year, and enjoy a weekend here.

Our walking group of 10 people liked this restaurant which attracted the following scores: 8, 7, 9, 9, 8, 8, 7, 7, 8, and 7. Our host gave us a very interesting talk about the Quakers, the long history of the Inn and how it become a temperance inn. The staff were young, polite, professional and very accommodating and helpful. The atmosphere was cosy and the food was very good / excellent. As this is a temperance Inn you will need to take your own alcohol which obviously saves you a significant amount of money for the drinks and makes this outstanding good value for money.

Had a wonderful group dinner there in June, The food was great, especially the Rabbit Pie made with local Rabbits.The Cross Keys is a little of the beaten path, so you probably need to drive there. Perhaps the best part of the meal was listening to Alan explain the history of the location and area. It is definitely a family affair, with several members of the family helping to cook and serve.As a temperance inn, they cannot serve any alcohol, but you can bring some with you if you wish.This Inn has been around for hundreds of years, hopefully it can continue in the future.

Walked up to near the waterfall and needed some lunch. Fortunately the Cross Keys is at the start/end of the walk. The service is quick and friendly and if it's sunny there is a really nice garden with a superb view over the Dales towards the cautley spout waterfall. There is a great selection of 'no alcohol' drinks - the nettle cordial is especially good. I had the club sandwich. The food is very tasty and well cooked. Highly recommended