The Highland Drove Inn in Eden

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 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 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 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...

Poor customer service in restaurant.

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...

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 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...

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....

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 😉

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

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...

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

Delicious food, great service. Worth the expense if you want to treat yourself!

Probably the best food in Cumbria

Wonderful food, excellent service and to welcome the dogs so warmly was the icing on the cake. We couldn’t recommend this place highly enough and will definitely return.

New ownership... different, but still high quality. Been back twice already!

We recently visited this place for a meal, after finding out it was dog friendly. The meal we had was exceptional and the staff were very professional and attentive. Not only were we fed well but the dog was also offered treats. We were so...

Wonderful place to spend a winter evening. Warm light, open fires, great food and a dog snoozing under a table. Star of the show: The Pie. Deep and rich made from pheasant so local it was food yards not food miles. Desserts are the sort...

What a find, I say find, I heard of the place and its great reputation. It is a hidden gem and no doubt it won't stay hidden for too long. The food was just perfect along with the service and drinks. I want to keep...

This fabulous pub restaurant is well off the beaten track but definitely worth finding if you are on the area. A warm welcome, good selection of ales and fabulous fresh food awaits. My wife and I enjoyed the sea trout, beef pot pie and fresh...

We ate here on a Friday evening when staying at a local campsite. This is a very traditional country inn and restaurant: the welcome was warm, the beer was good and the food was exceptional. We dined upstairs in a beautifully restored and decorated restaurant...

This restaurant is surely the Eden Valley’s best kept secret! All our choices were excellent and appeared to be prepared and cooked from scratch, a sign of a very talented chef! Wonderful, friendly service and we especially loved the wood burner which made the place...

We had the fish and chips and the burger meals. Cooked to order so waited longer than expected but well worth the wait, the food arrived piping hot, well presented and delicious. Have to say it was been a long time since I have enjoyed...

Starters, mains & desserts were all really delicious. Also warm & friendly welcome with great service throughout. Will definitely re-book! Thank you for lovely evening

This was our closest pub on our recent holiday. We had one meal and one evening drink here. Pub has a lot of character. As with one of our other meals we had to pre order our food because we were a big party which...

Absolutely fantastic. An incredibly friendly welcome into a lovely pub by the attentive and professional staff. A lovely atmosphere with a bit of smooth jazz playing in the background. A great menu with various specials which are explained on seating. The food itself is wonderfully...

Great to see The Highland open again. The food was excellent A lovely warm welcome from the staff. Varied menu and plenty of choice In addition there was a selection of specials to the menu

What a lovely place this is. Kind and caring staff, a wonderful atmosphere and cracking beers! Would definitely recommend to all

Enjoyed a first class meal here with superbly presented, top quality food.. Staff attentive and friendly. Beautiful view from the upstairs restaurant. Can’t wait to return and sample more of the menu! Highly recommended

We visited after hearing that the pub was back open with new management and wow what a change. Glad to see a good declutter and clearly a very deep clean. It now feels open and bright. The new drinks selection was perfect and the menu...

The worst place we have ever eaten. Absolutely disgusting environment, swarms of flies all round our heads, landing on our food and buzzing all around. More like a serious health hazard than a restaurant. How on earth does it pass health inspections? Such a waste...

Pub has recently reopened and we went for Sunday lunch and a drink. The food quality was superb, and the real ale was very good. Service too was excellent - very friendly, courteous and attentive. Portions were very generous, so much so that after a...

It was the 1st evening of the reopening of The Highland Drove, wow, the food was outstanding, the staff are exceedingly friendly. I visited with my 2 daughters who were also impressed . I had the chicken dish, delicious, my daughters had the Tuna steak,...

Genuine. Traditional, natural, good air, real people. A very beautiful village. Only history exists.

Booked in for five of us last night. Great friendly place, good beer and gin! Friendly atmosphere. Two had steak pie which was excellent full of tender meat, the burger was first rate, sausage and mash great and the chicken breast stuffed with haggis tender...

Fantastic meal,great atmosphere, welcoming and attentive staff, even the local customers made us feel at home. The food is second to none and we would not hesitate to return. A real gem tucked away in the countryside, can't find fault and would urge anyone to...

Visited the Higland Drove after reading previous reviews. The meal we had was amazing, roast beef dinners followed by sticky toffee pudding. The food was outstanding, the staff were so hospitable and friendly. The pub itself is a very warm and homely good English pub....

Me and my family have been visiting Penrith for years. We usually stay in holiday cottages or our caravan in Great Salkeld. Don and his team have looked after us over the years, serving great food and providing great company. The locals are usually friendly...

Very welcoming people and a stunning pub. Food was wonderful. We will be back again when we come on holiday again next year. Thank you.

Fuimos a comer el domingo y no nos decepcionó. La comida estuvo muy buena. Los postres eran fabulosos. Las cervezas que se ofrecen también eran geniales. El servicio fue un poco lento ya que había algunos otros grupos cenando también, pero la calidad de la comida lo compensó. Definitivamente regresaremos.

Alojarse en la cabaña de los pájaros carpinteros 2 puertas más abajo, y los propietarios nos recomendaron el pub, ¡nos hicieron un sólido! Una bienvenida fabulosa de Donald en el momento en que entramos para reservar para la noche siguiente.Hermosas vistas arriba, fantástica recomendación de vinos de Donald y el pastel de bistec y cerveza. . . ¡Nunca ha habido más carne en una rebanada de pastel! ¡Increíble!P. s. ¿Dijimos que Donald es un propietario fantástico?

Visité aquí con mi familia para almorzar, mientras estaba de campamento en Kirkoswald.¡Un pub encantador y acogedor de campo y la comida era deliciosa! Tuve el bistec y salsa de queso azul / patatas fritas caseras y mis otros dos miembros de la familia tenían la merluza que estaba recién hecha y caliente.Volveremos! !

Buscamos lugares decentes cerca de donde nos estábamos quedando y esto apareció. Al llegar, el propietario nos sentó y tomó una orden de bebidas y nos dio menús. El bar tiene dinero mundial y posavasos colocados en todo el techo, lo cual es un buen toque. El dueño vino y tomó nuestro pedido y me convenció de que probara la salsa de queso azul para mi bistec y luego nos llevó arriba. No me había dado cuenta de que tenía un segundo piso y me sorprendió subir el segundo piso al restaurante que da a la parte trasera del pub con una pequeña terraza. El lugar estaba lleno de familias y grupos aprovechando el esquema de comer fuera. Casi cuando nos sentamos, ya que él ya había tomado nuestro pedido, sacaron nuestros entrantes, ambos muy sabrosos (pasteles de pescado y pan y aceites). Había dos camareros cuidando el piso de arriba y ambos seguían vigilándonos y casi no había espera entre campos. Comí un bistec con la salsa de queso azul recomendada (que era excelente) y mi prometido tenía salchichas y puré de Cumberland. Todo fue excelente, el propietario y el personal super amables y estaba muy contento de haberlo encontrado. La ventaja de tener la mayor parte de la cuenta a la mitad lo hizo aún mejor. Gran valor para una excelente experiencia.