The Dukes Head in Eden

We recently stayed on a two night Travelzoo deal. The hotel is finished to a lovely stylish clean standard. The pub food was lovely, fresh and tasty. We did find it a little steeper price wise to what we are familiar with. The room was nicely finished and comfortable. The light did pour through the window when cars drove past at night and also under the door from the hallway which kept me awake. The radiator in the room was technical and it wouldn’t come on so we were happy to have an electric heater too. Breakfast was continental, it was nice but we felt it was missing some meat and maybe more exciting cheeses. The coffee was lovely. The staff were friendly and helpful but out of the three we dealt with we felt one of them wasn’t so professional and sincere. Shouting things to the kitchen before the door was closed and generally a bit rude. The check in /out times were a touch late/early. Otherwise well done Dukes head and travelzoo too.

Great weekend at The Dukes Head! Exceptionally clean bedrooms. Tastefully decorated and furnished. Would highly recommend.

Lovely garden, perfect for those sunny evenings

A really well maintained little place, rooms are really nice well decorated and fitted out. The pub itself self is also really nice, very modern. The charge for the dog staying was a little surprising could maybe be made more clear considering it is a dog friendly place. Also lacks atmosphere in the restaurant/pub. Went to the other pub in the village for a drink, full of locals and even a guy on guitar. Must say the food was very good on the evening, a little pricy but does fall in line with the other pub in the village prices, preferred it to the breakfast which was just ok. For £10 extra on top of the stay I was hoping for a bit more food. Although ingredients were of a good quality, sausage had a strange perfume taste. Overall a ok stay in a great little village.

Stayed the one night on the way to racing at Carlisle check-in 4pm which gave us time to eat at the other pub in the village as The Dukes (advance notice received) wasn't doing evening food this particular day. We did have breakfast there which was very nice so I'd assume the evening food would be too. Big car park at the back of the pub, friendly staff/locals to chat to in the bar area. The room was spotless and had a nice solid mattress, no noise apart from the wildlife. If going to the races again we'd certainly stay again. Thanks guys & sorry about the horse tip!!! ;(

Stayed for a nearby wedding and the staff couldn’t have been friendlier or more helpful during our stay. Room was tidy with a comfy bed and decent shower. We ate downstairs for breakfast both mornings and also got a regular meal one night and a sunday lunch and thoroughly enjoyed all of it including our service during. Compliments to the chef and all the staff working here for making our short stay a fantastic one.

Stayed for a nearby wedding and the staff couldn’t have been friendlier or more helpful during our stay. Room was tidy with a comfy bed and decent shower. We ate downstairs for breakfast both mornings and also got a regular meal one night and a sunday lunch and thoroughly enjoyed all of it including our service during. Compliments to the chef and all the staff working here for making our short stay a fantastic one.

Had a lovely Sunday lunch there last week. Nice fresh veg and plenty gravy. I am quite fussy about eating out but thoroughly enjoyed this venue. Would highly recommend

I only bought a pint and sat in the sun on the grass at the rear so it's difficult to comment on rooms or service. The Inn looks nicely furnished, quite smart and was popular for a sunny Saturday lunchtime. It would be nice to return during an evening and try the meals to get a better feeling for the place, seems nice!

We booked a meal in the restaurant and it was really good. We came on Sunday and the roast was delicious. The vegetarian nut roast was amazing and yummy. Very friendly staff.

Clean pub with lovely food. We were served by an unfriendly lady with blond hair in a plait. She didn’t smile and wasn’t friendly so I don’t know why she was working in a pub. The other staff were lovely though. Not sure I’d go back as I like a welcoming atmosphere. The pub was almost empty at a time when other pubs are packed. Not sure why.

Nice decor but limited menu, comprising mostly of heavy food, served by serly staff who appear to want you off the premises asap

Always friendly and helpful, amazing place will be back.

Visited the Dukes Head for lunch on Christmas Day. Having seen good review for the food it was extremely disappointing be served a meal which I could not even describe as very ordinary. It was prepared and presented with very little imagination and not what you would expect on Christmas Day when we paid £89 for what should have been a special meal. The prawn cocktail had a very thin dressing and little to recommend it. The main course of turkey and all the trimmings was bland to say the least, while the mince pie served after the meal was straight from a packet. The fact that only half of the tables in the small restaurant room were occupied, perhaps reflects on the knowledge locals have.

Lovely Pub/hotel/restaurant in a very pretty village . We stayed for two nights on a Groupon deal . What a gem of a place , lovely clean cosy rooms , great food in the evening and at breakfast , and excellent service .Thank you Candice , Paula , and the young man who served us breakfast , you really made our stay with you so much more enjoyable .

We ate here as a family of 7. The pub itself is lovely very clean and lovely decor. A great menu lots of choice and brilliant customer service. Our age range was teens to grandparents and we all found something to eat on the menu. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area.

Wonderful, sincere, warm reception (especially for the dog). Perfect location for Carlisle, Penrith, the Lakes, historical site seeing, walking and relaxing. Great friendly bar on the Friday night, Fabulous food. Refurbished with character to a really high standard. Tom and his family were quite rightly proud of their inn, and happy to go the extra mile to ensure you have a memorable stay. We’ll be back.

stayed two nights excellent inn with great staff lovely food

Tom and his staff couldnt do enough to make our 2ngt stay perfect, thankyou

Booked Sunday roast with family roast expensive and not very good in our opinion beef dry will not re vist mail staff not happy when I said it was a shame the food was not good because the pub was lovely looking ect but there was not many there for a roast

Distinctly average experience, nothing wrong thank you but nothing to remember it for. The staff were friendly and helpful and the meals as described but nothing made me wish to return.

Great place to stay on the way back from the highlands 👍 Very doggie friendly in every part of accommodation 🐾🐾 Lovely evening meal Great breakfast Thank you dukes head inn 👍

Very nice refurbished hotel, we only had a drink but it's very friendly and seems a nice place to stay.

Stayed here for 3 nights. Beds are super comfortable, service is exemplary and all the staff were so helpful. We would thoroughly recommend anyone in the area arrange to stay here.

Super friendly service and the food was absolutely delicious. Very comfortable beds and we'll definitely be visiting again in the near future.

Had a lite lunch on a Sunday good service an dog friendly

Lovely country side pub, friendly staffs and good food. Rooms are modern and super clean: highly recomended

Lovely little pub. Dogs welcome and a lovely pint after a long walk

Enjoyed a lovely 2 night stay. Cosy rooms very clean and tidy. The food was good and the staff very welcoming. Very nice relaxing break!

Fab as always! Beautiful home made food, excellent service and a lovely atmosphere. Highly recommended 👌

We stayed for one night. Our room was beautiful, clean and well maintained room. Delicious breakfast and welcoming staff and dog friendly too. Would definitely return.

I spent New years eve with my family here last night. From the moment we arrived there was a glass of prosecco and a warm welcome. The atmosphere was very friendly. The karaoke was great. There are some great singers in Armathwaite, especially "the spice girls" performing for one night only. There was a selection of meats, cheeses, crackers and crudites were on the tables to snack on during the evening. The drink was flowing, the singing and dancing went on until the early hours and we were having such a great time that we hardly noticed when it was time to go home. A wonderful night.

Had a brief visit after a long walk. The sign said they were closed but they allowed us in. Nice warm and inviting atmosphere. Nice beer and staff. Sorry we couldn't stay for food and more drinks.

Lovely lunch and staff. Perfect cycle stop off

A fantastic Sunday lunch, roast beef was delicious with amazing Yorkshire pudding and interesting vegetables. Sticky toffee pudding also soft with a delicious sauce. Overall an excellent lunch

Fantastic pub great staff ,, we will be back

Stopped here for lunch on a Sunday. The roast lamb dinner was superb and very reasonably priced. Good staff and a decent selection of drinks on offer. I would highly recommend the food.

Lovely setting, nice garden, welcomed our setter dog with biscuits, friendly staff, food delicious, a bit expensive for pub food.

Just got home after a fabulous weekend for the second time this year at the Dukes Head Inn. The accommodation is beautiful, the bar and food is fabulous and the hosts Tom and Stephen are amazing. Both stays we have been made to feel extremely welcome and nothing is too much trouble. Lovely beer garden at the back of the property and a lovely riverside walk just a short distance away. Armathwaite also has a train station on the Carlisle to Leeds line, so handy for day trips to nearby villages. Definitely recommend and we will be back ❤️

Great pub experience, regularly stop off while on a cycle… good pint, and nice tidy place with lovely beer garden that catches the afternoon and early evening sun perfectly..

Great meal here. Lovely beer Swan Blond good food and special extra biscuits for our dog. Great service too.👍🏾

Nice pie, good draught beers, excellent service... Would definitely go back

Bit of an overdone cumberland sausage but otherwise a lovely meal. The sticky toffee pudding went down a treat

Plenty of tables in the garden.

Really nice pub, good food friendly staff.

Had a lovely meal there last Friday very friendly staff would recommend it

Food was OK but overpriced. No atmosphere though staff were pleasant.

Our first Sunday lunch at the Dukes Head. A bit more expensive than other local pubs, but well worth it. Quality food and friendly service.

Lovely food and great service. Will definitely come back when in area.

Great beer garden. Better food and a wider choice of Beers across the Bridge at the Fox and Pheasant.

Nice setting. A bit odd that despite the it being quiet/not busy that we had to order from a particular side of the bar. Both of sides of the bar had people eating. It shouldnt be difficult to be welcoming... We only live a few miles away. Could be really good I would think.

Great food friendly staff very welcoming highly recommend

Delightful hostelry adjacent to the River Eden. Only called for a quick drink and it was a good experience with nice facilities such as dining room and carpark etc. Will definitely return and plan for a meal next time.

If I'm paying 15 quid for a small slice of lasagne and salad - I'd expect the "salad" to be more than a handful of lettuce chucked on the side. Everything tasted okay, but at those prices you'd expect more attention to detail.

Lovely warm atmosphere, beautiful food, open fires and friendly doggies. Would recommend.

Great meal - great service as usual love this place

Very nice inside as has been renovated ext. Menu very could do with a few more things on it rather sparse....

We found this gorgeous little village and great pub by chance! We were lucky enough to have lunch here. The staff.. The food.. The decor and the ambiance were fantastic. A big heads up for Sandra and all the staff for making us so welcome. We will definately be back!!

Beautiful friendly and cosy place. Had the best weekend. Food was outstanding and the staff are just lovely. Dog friendly too.

Great pub, lovely staff and good beer 👍

Customer Service Was Amazing } Especially Sandra The Lady Who Served Us!😃 Was Very Polite And Helpful; Would Definitely Recommend And Will Be Going Back.

Great beer garden and the perfect place to enjoy an ice cold pint of Moretti. 👍

Great people, great food great beer and wine. Will definitely use again on our trips between the south coast and North of Scotland. Highly recommended.

A lovely refurbished village pub with great food and a large beer garden.

Very friendly, great food, very clean x

Would not serve an elderly gentleman outside.. Hospitalty???? They don't deserve it, won't be back.

Really nice spot, lots of seating and really clean and nicely decorated. We shared a pizza in the garden. It was delicious and the staff were very very friendly. I wish we lived closer so we could enjoy more often.

One of two pubs in the village. We visited this one first a couple of times but found the young member of bar staff to be a bit frosty so spent the rest of our stay eating and drinking at the Fox & Pheasant down the road which we enjoyed far more. Well furnished with good outside facilities in a good sized garden area with car parking. A decent pub with a good menu but let down by the staff member that served us when we visited.

Lovely place. Very welcoming staff, made us feel so at ease and looked after. Brilliant food, something for everyone and a great setting.

Great food, and choice of excellent real ales. Well worth a visit

We stayed here as a last minute booking. I cannot praise the owners hospitality to myself and my family. A beautiful pub with excellent rooms, everything finished to a very high standard! So much so, this will always be our 1st choice when we next make our return to this pretty village in the Eden Valley! A big thank you to you all and we will definitely see you again soon!

Fantastic service, extremely friendly and welcoming staff, some of the best food had anywhere in the lakes in a long time, Highly recommend staying here or even just eating or having a pint in the idyllic beer garden.

What a lovely find. We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at The Duke's Head. Our family room (Number 3) was really comfortable and well appointed. We loved the decor and all the little touches. There was a nice beer garden with a covered area. The room was quiet and we had a good night's sleep. The Inn has been largely refurbed and was really clean and well finished. Lots of lovely Cumbrian Tweed! It is in such a pretty location, and really convenient for the M6 too. We enjoyed a walk by the river and the countryside on the doorstep is lovely. Plenty of nice little villages nearby to explore with easy access to Penrith and Carlisle. Breakfast was very good with several nice choices. We opted for the Cumberland Breakfast and the pancakes which were great. We chatted at length with the lovely owners and were made to feel very welcome. Tom the Manager,, even on his day-off, was super helpful with our last minute booking change. The pub is family owned and all the team were so warm and welcoming. We'll definitely be back and wish them well in these challenging times.

Great place for a beer or snack. Dog friendly. Met two lovely spaniels today and two ice cold pints of moretti. Covid friendly.

No faults. Staff are genuine. Very nice indeed...

Great, lovely food outside in the garden, friendly accomadating staff.

Fabulous place, we had a wonderful stay. Beautifully refurbished, excellent food and great staff. Thankyou, we'll be back to explore more of this lovely location soon.

Beautiful place. ✨ Fabulous breakfast and dinner!

Just went for a drink after hearing it was a nice place .We were served straight away and guy was very pleasant

A well managed lovely country pub with excellent looking food , yes will be visiting again

Lovely Sunday lunch with family. A beautiful village pub in the stunning Eden Valley complete with a sunny beer garden. Great food and a good selection of drinks. Friendly staff. Recommended.

Staff brilliant and the food excellent. Very pretty village

Great pub and place to stay. Very friendly helpful staff, Tom and Sandra especially. The rooms have been recently renovated to a high standard, and we would definitely return. Thank you.

A great place for food and drink, friendly staff and a beautiful river walk out the back

Superb venue superb food, staff were great while also ensuring COVID safety

Excellent food and beer and great service too- well worth a visit!

We had an amazing holiday at The Dukes Head Inn. Everything was great, rooms were sparkling clean, food was excellent and the staff was very friendly and helpful. We’ll definitely come again. 😄

Very friendly good atmosphere and great food

This place is absolutely fabulous, the rooms are very well presented and the overall building and atmosphere is great, I was on a business trip and didn't check in until 10pm I was greeted by the staff and shown my room, after a 9hr trip I was so pleased to see such a lovely room, the following morning I had a great breakfast and spoke to the owners, when I go to the lakes near by I will taking my wife and we will be staying at the Dukes head, I can't wait .

Fantastic food and great service. The chicken satay was the best meal I've ever eaten in a pub. Definitely recommend this place

Beautiful place and the owners are very welcoming. Will definitely stay again.

What s great pub run by great people who know how to run a pub, totally recomend, food fantastic..

Long awaited catch up with best friend. First visit to this Inn, made to feel very welcome, menu limited but food good, wine good staff lovely.

Excellent pint, always a few guest ales on.

Lovely early evening for pizza and wine,will be back soon

My partner and I went to the Dukes Head for an evening meal as its one of the closest pubs to home to be open. This was our first visit and will be our last.The menu was, understandably reduced, to just burgers and pizzas, we both ordered burgers & 'seasonal fries' for around £12-13. These arrived in boxes (NOT ON PLATES) the fries were the frozen, deep fat fried-type and frankly, KFC or McDonald's would've been nicer, not to mention, better value. We went to the Fox & Pheasant across the river last week where we had a much better experience and will go there in future when we are in Armathwaite. Being charged £12 for burger and cheap, nasty fries in a box and not even provided with napkins, was the worst pub meal I have ever had. I don't expect to pay pub prices for a fast food meal.

Now let's not be silly with asking for reviews on places l just happen to park outside for 5 minutes. Its a pub and we are still in.lockdown... so get a grip!!!!

Excellent food. Excellent beer. Excellent staff.

An excellent stay in the Dukes Head Inn in Armathwaite, the staff, without exception, couldn't have been more helpful and friendly and this was best demonstrated by their calm and measured response to a slight medical emergency. They really couldn't have done more for us.Rooms are a bit small, inevitable given the age of the building, but very comfortable and well decorated. The food was very well cooked and an excellent breakfast was included in the price. Given our visit was in the middle of the Covid crisis (although not during lockdown), the Inn did everything it could to make our stay extremely enjoyable.

Excellent pub Excellent food Excellent location Very dog friendly. Nothing to fault it on .definatley be back with dog. Excellent hosts.