The Highland Drove Inn in Eden

We visited the Highland Drove whilst staying in an Airbnb in the village. We went on a Monday evening and the menu was 2 courses and a drink for £25 ppl. The food was amazing, fabulous quality and very tasty. The portions weren't huge but it is definitely restaurant food rather than pub food. The menu changes daily(I think). I would highly recommend.

Great food and really friendly staff

What a lovely little pub. Warm welcome, good selection of locally produced ingredients cooked really well, washed down with a couple of pints of good ale

Found this pub by chance whilst on holiday in the area , I had booked online that afternoon and the pub did not disappoint. Was greeted by one of the owners Claire who owns the pub along side her husband Tom the chef . As you can see from the pictures the pub was cozy, and very welcoming. Lovely feel to the pub . Did not have to wait long to have our drinks order taken , we went on a Tuesday night they had a deal of two courses and a drink for £25 per person . Food was to a high standard , was well presented and arrived hot and freshly cooked . Great customer service from Claire , warm and friendly . Would definitely recommend this pub.

The Highland Drove is a remarkable local pub that is welcoming and engaging for all! The menu is marvelous especially when one considers sustainable dishes on offer such as coley; pan seared no less! The beers were both international and local; the local ales being excellent. The staff are warm, intelligent and attentive. Always an enjoyable experience; highly recommended!

Lovely food. Menu changes often so you can't decide what to eat in advance

We had a lovely meal with friends at this pub. Gorgeous food and very friendly service. Can't wait to return!

We had high hopes based on the blurb on Tripadvisor and the reviews. The blurb had an emphasis on hospitality but we didn’t feel welcomed. There was no flexibility. We were shown to our table and asked if we could be seated by the window. No we couldn’t because all those tables were booked and had dogs etc etc. By the time we had finished and done, nobody had occupied the tables by the window. We ordered and it’s a set menu of two courses for £25 on a Monday & Tuesday which appears to be good value as it also includes a drink. What became clear is that it’s just repackaged Sunday leftovers. I had roast pork, a couple of squashed new potatoes and some carrots. Soup was delicious but came with two croutons and no bread. Husband asked if he could swap potatoes for chips- immediately told no- despite there being other items advertised on set menu with chips. Why couldn’t this be done? Is the food all portioned out ready to warm up in advance so they can’t deviate? No wholegrain mustard when we asked. Just all felt quite penny pinching, and unfriendly. We definitely didn’t feel the spirit of hospitality. This is a shame as the village is lovely and we live not far away so were hoping to find a new regular place to add to our local list. Perhaps the pie and burger nights or Sunday lunch is better- but on this experience, we won’t return. I imagine we will get an indignant reply as others have- but I want to say that we work in hospitality and we get the point about bad and good reviews- we believe in leaving both, and we do.

Super nice Inn in a beautiful location with lots going on. Lovely outdoor beer garden with children's area and a pool table and darts indoors. It's obviously a popular destination for locals and was recommended for lunch. Which was pretty good. The cabbage in particular was excellent on the Sunday roast. Would recommend .

Wow! Food was brilliant and excellent value. Warm and friendly hosts. I cannot praise the Highland Drove Inn enough.

After a great experience last year my fishing companion and I decided to stay at the Highland Drove again in July 2024. As well as offering excellent accommodation and food, this pub is the heart of a very friendly village where tourists like us are made to feel extremely welcome. The landlady, Claire, is a delight and could not be more helpful. We shall return next year.

We arrived on a Monday night which was 2 courses and a drink for £25. For the lakes, this is incredible value and the food was exceptional. Really lovely pub with lovely staff, great games to play as well as pool and darts. Would highly recommend.

We had a meal at The Highland Drove this evening. I had the aubergine, chickpea and sweet potato curry and my friend had the chicken pie. Both were beautifully presented, very delicious and extremely tasty. The restaurant has a lovely ambience and the service was very attentive. We would not hesitate to recommend this pub and look forward to eating there again soon.

We are staying in Lazenby, and we're recommended a pub in Kirkoswald for food, but it doesn't serve food on Wednesdays, so we had a quick search and found The Highland Drove. Wednesdays or pie & burger night, and what an amazing treat. Food exceptional standard. My wife enjoyed the stake and goats cheese burger, and I had lamb,chorizo, and olive pie with truffle oil mash. We were both to full for pudding. Highly recommend very friendly staff and very dog friendly even in the restaurant. We will definitely call again when next in the area. Thank you

The burger and pie night wow what a meal tried the pies and they were excellent great value for money and a lovely setting We were not rushed and the staff were very helpful Took our dog with and there were several other dogs there well behaved Definitely recommend this place to dine out

Lovely cosy pub full of friendly locals and front of house staff. We had an overnight to get away from the hustle and bustle. Pub was lively as it was Saturday night but in a friendly and good natured way. Food was super tasty (we had the pork and salmon). The intention was to share a pudding but the first was so good (lemon posset) we gave in and had another (chocolate brownie) which was equally delicious

Terrific food and a warm and friendly atmosphere.

We had a lovely stay at The Highland Drove. We went as a family & had 3 rooms between us. Rooms had everything we needed, hot shower, comfy bed & coffee/tea facilities. We ate in the pub on the first night & the food was lovely, the portions were huge. All the staff were lovely & welcoming. Brekky was really nice too. Had a lovely chat with the landlady & spoke to her son when we left who was so polite. Thanks for having us, we will defo be back.

Lovely pub with welcoming staff and dog friendly! We ate here on a Saturday evening and had great service. Food was delicious with a wide range of main courses to pick from and good beer choices.

We stopped here for some food while on our way up to Scotland. I can't comment on the rooms but the food and service was brilliant. Would highly recommend.

Had the steak burger, and it was lovely nice and juicy, the chips were nicely salted and the slaw was just slaw overall would give it an 8.5/10

Great food and fantastic service. Definitely will come again :)

Stunning place and relaxing chilled atmosphere with absolutely gorgeous food

We had an absolutely wonderful couple of nights stay at the Highland Drove just over a week ago. A lovely old pub and restaurant in a beautiful village in the stunning Eden Valley. A very short distance from The Lakes - but with far less people! We had a warm welcome and immediately felt at home and looked after. The room was comfortable and clean. We ate both nights in the pub restaurant and the menu was imaginative and the food was exceptional - and really good value too! The breakfasts were tremendous too - with generous portions. We would definitely recommend it for a stay!!

Delicious food and great service! Served 16 of us and the food was quick and hot. Really good selection of non-alcoholic beers and gins. Accommodated my lactose intolerance by noting on the menu exactly what I could have (which was most things, which is rare!) or what ingredients could be substituted to make the dish dairy-free friendly. Would recommend!

First time here for a meal. We will definitely be back when we are in the area. The wife had the gnocchi, and I had the soup, followed by the fish and chips. What can I say but delicious. The homemade tartar sauce is out of this world. So much so that I asked for a tub to take with me. Will be eating here again.

Having travelled about 6hrs from sleepy Suffolk we needed somewhere to decompress and enjoy some decent local food. The Highland Drove did not disappoint. Nestled behind the church this local country pub inside had a wonderful restored interior including the spacious dinning area. Stressed from our long journey the landladys warm welcome put us at ease. She showed us to our table which accommodated my wife's wheelchair and our Labrador superbly. We spoke with her at length as she is a fellow dog owner whilst admiring and commenting on the lovely resturant. Then the food; all local and to 'die' for - full of flavour, good to look at, and extremely reasonable. Our advice is if in the area do not miss The Highland Drove. You will not be disappointed. And yes we will be back..

Tucked away down a back street in a small village, we didn't expect five-star service and fine dining-level food at tHe Highland Drove. We also didn't expect such great tasting vegan dishes. But that's exaclty what we found. It's hard in most places to get plant-based food, but as well as some incredible meat dishes, there's a good few starters and plant-based mains. We chose chargrilled oyster mushrooms with a rich butterbean cassoulet, marinated courgettes and carrots, and divine lenttil, date and ras el hanout 'meatballs', served with a chunky veg pearl couscous. And they were both delightful. With a weekly changing menu, the kitchen team here are clearly passionate, thoughtful and know what they are doing. How refreshing to discover a place that while not vegan, really understands the nuances of plant-based eating, and goes the extra mile to deliver healthy fresh food with creativity and flair. My only complaint is that we live too far away to visit often. Oh, and a couple of the desserts were accidentally vegan, too!

Came here for food. Owners are super friendly and welcoming. We got tomato soup and garlic mushrooms for starters. 10/10 really enjoys it! We both got steak and ale pie for mains and it was up there with one of the nicest pies we've ever had!! You also need to try the hawkstone cider and the Kirin Ichiban ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Having eaten in here 2 nights in a row back in September, the food was absolutely delicious so we looked forward to returning on our current visit to the area. As previously experienced, the bar staff were very welcoming and friendly. We booked a table for 10/5/24. My husband & I ordered steak pie which was £16.50 each. Initially we both had to send it back because the pie was cold in the middle (a basic error which should never happen). When the plates returned the pie was warm but the chips & peas were now cool, making the large chips very stodgy & unpleasant. I proceeded to attempt to eat what I could but the meat was so chewy & fatty making it inedible for me. I left a large amount & When asked by the waitress if everything was ok, I told her about my issues & she said sorry about that & proceeded to bring us the full amount on the bill which we duly paid. We were really disappointed because our previous visit had been so good.

It was extremely hard to find as once you were in the village there were no signs what so ever and it was round the back of the village we and the other people we were meeting had been driving round and round to find it and both of us had to ask a local where it was so I feel that really needs addressing. The food was ok but would of liked the beef for Sunday lunch to be proper big slices of Beef rather than rib so lots of little pieces and the cabbage that was served with it was curried !!! Which was a little strange. The roast potatoes were very very crispy but tasty. My dessert however was lovely could of maybe had more sticky toffee sauce with the pudding.

We went on burger night. It was a large group which they handled well. The fire was on for us arriving which was nice but it quickly filled the room with smoke. Clothes ended up a bit smelt and the kids were complaining about their eyes. Three burgers were meant to come with pulled pork and two of them had loads and one had almost none... rated good though!

You've got to try the haggis scotch egg snack...

Fabulous pub with dining and rooms. Friendly staff, good beer and a cosy fire

Great service and accommodated a large group of us, so can't thank the staff enough! Food was alright, lots of choice and came out quickly for such a big group. Wasn't a fan of the desert at all!

We last visited this pub/restaurant several years ago but today we decided we would have a trip out from our home in Ambleside for a Sunday lunch. We booked a table and that was done easily on the phone. On arrival, we were greeted warmly and shown to our table. We ordered two starters ( curried black lentil soup and triple cooked chicken wings) both were served quickly and were delicious. We both opted for the braised short rib of beef plus vegetables. The plates were spectacular when they arrived with a generous portion of beef, large Yorkshire pudding and a great selection of vegetables cooked so that they were still fresh! All in all, a wonderful meal in very pleasant and welcoming surroundings. We will certainly return in the future because the food was well worth the trip.

Great pub in a beautiful village. Good beer selection, pool room, lovely food and very pleasant staff. We attend a function upstairs and nipped down occasionally to watch the rugby. Locals were friendly too ;-)

Went for the Pizzas on a Monday night. Good variety and very tasty. Would have preferred the option of simple starters and desserts. Interesting range of beers.

When I booked I was informed that there was a party on, and a restricted menu available, the dishes on which I found unusual. We decided to go, all the same, and the ‘Meatballs with toasted bread’ and ‘Sugar and spice marinated pork collar’ were excellent. I did not know what to expect, but I will the next time. The cost from the fixed menu of £18 for two courses was very reasonable, and the drinks and service made the night special. Will definitely go again. Highly recommended.

We had our Sunday lunch here which was delicious and considering the family have multiple food allergies the owners couldn’t have done more to help. Lunch was beautiful and equally our Monday night supper of pizzas on Monday was just wonderful. The Greek Goddess tops as my favourite ever pizzza of all time. Thank you for a lovely pub experience.

Can't comment on rooms as only dropped in for drinks and food, food lovely, service brilliant, very friendly, dog friendly too. Would recommend.

The visit was for a family dinner group and stay over for our golden wedding celebration. Everyone had a great time . The food was spot on and timely well presented and the service was great carried out out by friendly, patient and attentive staff who were real diamonds . We were not rushed at all and stayed on in the restaurant until late . The majority of the group stayed at the inn and reported that the rooms were spotlessly clean, and comfortable with all the usual bits and bobs provided ( no hairdryers apparently which could be an overnight but was not a problem). Breakfast was also reported as being great. Thanks to the hosts Claire ,Tom , and all the staff for proving such a great evening, we’ll be back .

Another excellent meal at the Drove last night. Thank you

A beautiful Cumbria village with an equally excellent gastro pub. The food and service were sublime. The Treat Yourself Tuesday menu didn’t disappoint, the mustard chicken and new potatoes was excellent. Not usually a dessert person I am so glad I had the mountain of sticky toffee pudding and vanilla ice cream. The staff were great and couldn’t have been more welcoming or helpful. We will definitely go again

We were travelling to Scotland. Stayed on the way up and back. An incredible friendly welcome from Tom & Claire. The rooms were spotless and comfortable. The food is excellent and a well stocked bar. The pub itself is the heart and soul of the village. The atmosphere is very friendly and there is always someone willing to chat.

Truly scrumptious food, prepared with creativity and attention to detail. Staff were very welcoming and the pub is so tastefully put together.

Superb food, fabulous staff and a super atmosphere.

Excellent food. Menu is varied and seasonal to a particularly high standard. Definitely fine dining. Last night's meal topped our favourite London restaurant. They do different deals on different nights so it’s worth checking them out before you book. Atmosphere in the restaurant and bar is buzzing, very friendly welcoming staff and pub. Highly recommended.

Excellent dog friendly place to stay in a beautiful village. Rooms are very clean as is the pub. Owners are very friendly, accommodating and make you feel welcome and at home. Locals in the pub are welcoming and friendly also. Evening and breakfast food is good. Clean tasting beer. Wish we’d stayed longer. Will definitely come back. Thank you Claire & Tom!

Always love eating here, the staff are always so friendly, cosy atmosphere and fantastic food!! Can't recommend it more and we can't wait to test out the new quirky rooms :)

Having been driving for a while thought we'd stop at THE HIGHLAND DROVE INN . Really old world rustic building Could have sat looking at the inside all day. Friendly service. Will come back.

RLY ROMANTIC LOVED THE SPDIER MAN STUFF wud come again . gud pint and fuud

Superb meal and lovely atmosphere and gorgeous room. Pasta main course was delicious and an excellent Coffee Crème Brûlée. Couldn’t fault the service or presentation.

Just the most lovely restaurant/pub. The staff is extremely friendly and the atmosphere is cozy. It’s very clean including the bathrooms. The menu is phenomenal with an impressive selection of gourmet items. They have specialty cocktails and different drinks. I wish I would of gotten a picture of my pasta but it was too good to stop eating. The food came out hot and fresh. I’d definitely go back. Also, the prices are very fair for the quality.

We called this place on the off chance that they could squeeze us in last minute, they were very accommodating and although fully booked were able to juggle things and fit us in. The food and service did not dissapoint and we never felt like an afterthought or that we were an 'add on'. I had the pan fried coley on a bed of curried lentils & aubergine which was phenomenal, a real taste sensation and my husband had the steak, cooked to perfection accompanied by triple cooked chips (mouthwateringly filthy!) and a perfectly balanced salad! All served with a smile and a 'nothings to much of an ask' attitude. From the welcome of staff at the bar on our arrival to the seating and table service we couldn't fault it. We will certainly be back!!

Fabulous overnight stay at the Highland Drove. Tom and Claire are lovely hosts and very welcoming. The room was large, clean and the bed was so comfy. Great walk in shower, we have a huge walk in shower at home and it was really nice not to be banging elbows on the sides of a tiny cubicle. Delicious breakfast, nicely served and piping hot. Lovely evening spent chatting to the local residents. We’ll be back. Val and Steve (York)

The staff at the Highland drove Inn have been incredible!!! Maisy, Liza, Joe, Robin and Mike are so welcoming, really accommodating and really make the place warm and friendly. Food looks wonderful, but the service is something else. We would definitely recommend this pub for the lovely warm welcome and atmosphere. The pub makes the area.

Convivial locals' pub with good vegan options

I visited the Highland Drove Inn with a friend for four days fishing on the spectacular River Eden. Did not catch a single fish but still had a wonderful holiday. Set in the beautiful village of Great Salkeld, the Inn is everything it says on its website. The hosts, Clair and Tom, could not have been more welcoming and the room with its en-suite was clean and comfortable. I can thoroughly recommend the full English breakfast, it will last you all day. In the evening the bar buzzes with warm and friendly conversation. Penrith, just down the road is a proper town ( it still has banks) with interesting shops and a variety of eating establishments. The Highland Drove was a real find and I will be back next year.

Visited on Saturday evening with friends for dinner. It was my first visit since moving out of the village a couple of years ago. The pub was busy and a very friendly atmosphere. Our food was amazing, really tasty and generous portion sizes. The Sticky Toffee Pudding was just amazing. We will be back soon.

My wife and I stayed one night in this charming country inn located in the scenic village of Great Salkeld. Tom and Claire were an absolute delight and so accommodating, ensuring we had an enjoyable and comfortable stay. We are both vegan so Tom kindly made sure that there were tasty and creative vegan/vegetarian options on the dinner menu for us (although it was a bit sad to see there was also veal on the menu). After a good night's sleep we were provided with a superlative cooked vegan breakfast masterfully crafted by Tom which set us up for a day on the road. We would highly recommend Highland Grove - it is good value for money, with delightful hosts and if you tell Claire you're vegan, Tom will undoubtedly work his magic in the kitchen for you!

We stayed over last Saturday night anfter exploring the area on the bikes, and what a find!! The welcome was so friendly and helpful , dinner was outstanding and a beautiful breakfast!! What more to say? We’ll be back!!

We stayed overnight in this lovely country inn. Before we arrived, I emailed to book a table for dinner and asked about breakfast as we needed to leave early. We were asked if we’d like to preorder the night before so breakfast would be ready...

We stayed here for two nights and dined on both of the evenings as well as enjoyed superb breakfasts. Both evenings our meals were very tasty,. beautifully presented and, I must say, the portions were very decent. I had salmon one evening and pork neck...

We stayed here for two nights and dined on both of the evenings as well as enjoyed superb breakfasts. Both evenings our meals were very tasty,. beautifully presented and, I must say, the portions were very decent. I had salmon one evening and pork neck steak on the other (totally recommend). Husband loved his fish and triple cooked chips (clean plate), and had salmon on my recommendation the second evening. Chocolate brownie dessert is what we had on both evenings as it was simply the best. We will definitely come back again! Oh forgot to mention superb bar choices, we had the wild berry spritz, 2 of those each, very refreshing and nicely mixed! The pub hosts Tom and Claire are very friendly, very hospitable and go mile ahead to make sure you have exactly what you need and when you need it. Lovely warm atmosphere, fire places, traditional decor. A gem!!!

We read the reviews on this pub and thought it would be a good choice. My husband and I could not decide on our mains and the waitress rated the fish and chips ‘as it was huge!!’ When it arrived we both had a child’s...

Poor customer service in restaurant.

We stayed here for a couple of nights after cancelling other plans, it was a last minute decision to book. The room was lovely, very modern, warm and bright. We felt really comfortable and at home in the pub. Tom and Claire were very welcoming...

Now I know this is a big claim, but I can confidently say the chips here are the BEST chips I’ve ever had in my life. Ever. Plus the staff were super friendly and the rest of the food was amazing but seriously. The chips....

Lovely pub, good service, friendly welcome and clean throughout. The Sunday lunch was just average though. Expected better due to pics on Facebook page and reviews but a couple of slices of overcooked (in my opinion) beef, a Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and a spoonful of mixed greens isn't my idea of a lovely Sunday lunch. Each to their own though. The chocolate brownie dessert was nice. The menu was varied and if I was to return, I would probably try something else.

Called in for early tea. Burgers were thick clearly home made and delicious. Triple cooked chips were awesome. Staff friendly and helpful recommending a gorgeous hedgerow cider. Deserts were lovely too. Will definitely go again.

Stayed overnight on way to Scotland Excellent food beer and great welcome .comfortable bed and lovely breakfast next morning

Listed as the closest pub to our mini break accommodation so it was our first choice for a chilled lunch. What a gem! Pub grub done amazingly well. Small menu but even then we were still spoilt for choice. Well stocked bar and some lovely...

Nice cozy pub with a good atmosphere. Great food, good service and all the staff were approachable and friendly. A bonus is they are very dog friendly as well. Definitely can recommend.

Lovely friendly pub. Ate here twice and really enjoyed both meals. Nice selection of gins and local ale too.

This was a great find. The pub has a really welcoming atmosphere with a lovely open fire, and the food was great

Service was great and the food tasted lovely , we will definitely return , only thing was it felt cold in the dining area , this aside we had a great evening

Sunday lunch was lovely, service friendly, very nice menu, food tasty, price reasonable, lovely location, nice fire going and really friendly atmosphere. Can definitely recomend

Just had a family meal here this week. Cannot fault it in any way. The food was absolutely delicious, every one of our party enjoyed their meal and we ordered a good range of dishes from the menu. (The fish and chips are insanely good)....

The Inn has been under new management since just before Christmas, and this was our third visit. The new innkeepers have now got this comfortable and friendly place going in a way that will get us back there again and again, The new menu was...

Really lovely meal this evening. Love the look/feel of the place, service was fabulous and the food was absolutely delicious 😋 definitely recommend 👏

We went for a family meal, the food was to die for. Especially the scotch egg starter and ham hock. The kids meals are good sized portions and value for money, my kids loved the fact they got the choice of different puds and not...

So pleased the highland drove has re opened and it definitely doesn’t disappoint. Our meal was great and even though the restaurant was fully booked they managed to squeeze us in. The chefs spiced scotch egg off the starter menu is a must try. Good...

Good was excellent, staff were friendly and welcoming. The new landlord and lady are lovely and we're really glad to have them running our local.

We visited for food and drink with our two young kids and dog. Service was excellent nothing was to much trouble The food was excellent, great choices on the menu to suit everyone and the best fish and chips we tasted in a long time....

We booked a table here after the re opening as we live local and wanted to support our local pubs, so were seated and drinks brought. We made our choices and waited for the food to arrive, this is were the issues started. I ordered...

A wonderful new menu with a focus on local produce, very reasonably priced. All dietary requirements are catered for with delicious options. It’s bought such a hearty feel back to the village that had been sorely missed :) Please visit and support a wonderful family...

When you are lied to about not having WiFi, overcharged for drinks then overcharged for food you are lucky I gave you a rating of 3. We were on a 3 day break in the village, went for a drink and a meal on a...

When I pay £18 for fish and chips, I expect something REALLY good. The mushy peas qualified, the fish was okay but the “triple cooked” chips were an insipid mush such as I wouldn’t be happy with from the local chippie. Drinks menu limited, pub...

Super cosy atmosphere and everyone enjoyed their roasts. Some items on the menu not available but there were alternatives and specials!

We visited for my husbands 50th and I booked a meal at the Highland Drove. I would compliment it more than 5 stars if I could. The staff were lovely and the food was gorgeous. The whole atmosphere of the pub was friendly and relaxed...

Good food. Very friendly and helpful staff.

We been for a roast here on two separate occasions when friends have been up visiting. I cannot recommend it enough, the food, the atmosphere, the decor, the staff, all fantastic!! We had cajun spiced squid and smoked salmon as starters, both were delicious and...

Great Pub, lovely setting, great Ale, suoerb food, pleasent staff.

We had Sunday Lunch today it was fantastic 2 of us had the roast beef and 1 had pork loin with crackling, really tasty with very good veg, the desert was chocolate fondant with ice cream, probably the best desert I have ever had I...

Great small pub with character 😉

My children came up to visit, so we had Saturday night and Sunday lunch in the pub. The staff where wonderful and very helpful, but the icing on the cake was the food. It was excellent and a great choice of local beers. The whole...

I have just had a Saturday night and a Sunday roast at the highland. And they were both brilliant experience. The staff where wonderful and very helpful, and the food was as good as any top restaurant. I will definitely be revisiting this pub soo

Friendly, cost atmosphere. Down to earth - a proper pub. Thoroughly recommend.

Probably the best food in Cumbria