The Horse and Farrier Inn in Eden

We visited here for Sunday lunch after reading the reviews. When we arrived, we walked into a lovely, warm bar area with a log burner. Great, I thought this is what I was hoping for from a country pub. However, we were then led down some steps to a side annexe. The room where we were sat was absolutely freezing, my wife felt the radiator, and it was just luke warm. There were 2 other diners in the room, they like us were sat with their coats on. I asked them were they cold & they replied "bloody freezing". Our main course arrived and we ate it & left. From start to finish we were in the pub for 30 minutes, we had planned to have dessert & coffee's but it was just to darn cold to stay. When I paid the bill I told the server how cold it was, and she agreed. I asked to speak to the manager so I could let them know of our very poor experience. We spent £38, ate our meal, sat with our coats on & and felt badly let down by the Horse and Farrier.

Another lovely meal tonight!! Scampi was gorgeous and the hubby had a wild boar burger that he said was amazing. Our favourite place to eat when staying in the area!!

A warm and friendly traditional pub. A very warm welcome, a good selection of beers on tap, and wine. The menu had a couple of good vegan options as well as the usual pub fare, but all done to a pretty high standard.

Had a recommendation years ago about this place. And it is a super as other reviewers state. To pass the choosy picky standards of my partner (real Yorkshireman) is some going. And yes that’s rated off the Sunday roast pork and crackling. I could not fault my roast beef either. Service timely absolute pukka service - seriously impressed. A hidden gem.

Lovely roast dinner on Sunday! Sat in the bar with our dog, lovely attentive staff aswell. ! The roast beef was melt in your mouth absolutely delicious! 💗

Just had another great meal at The Horse and Farrier. I come here regularly with family and we’ve never had a bad experience! The quality of the food is good and consistent, and the service is also great and consistent too. Everyone is kind and helpful, and the vibe is cosy and traditional. I can’t wait to be back!

Lovely restaurant and well catered for veggie options. Staff friendly and helpful. Need to book as it gets busy.

Four of us stopped here briefly after the Cumbria Classic and Motorsport show just to have a drink. A real gem of an old worldly pub, but you need your wits about navigating through to the beer garden. Lots of low beams and door frames so it really is a case of duck, or grouse. Also a few large steps to negotiate, but the views in the small garden make up for it. Beer was great and although we didn’t eat, the menu looked good, with home made pies their forte. Would certainly come back and eat if we were in the area again.

Rang for availability, as it was almost 1:45pm on a Sunday, and was told all ok for 2:30pm so we booked. Arrived onsite, lovely friendly little pub. As we were early we had a local ale each, both very tasty, and sat outside. After being seated at our table, we both ordered roast beef, and it was very tender with a great selection of fresh vegetables too. Couldn't fault it, can highly recommend if you are in the area. They close the kitchen on a Sunday at 3:30pm, with the pub closing at 5pm.

Best chicken pie I’ve ever had in a pub.

Great little 18th century pub, off the beaten track in the North Lakes. Liked everything about it: building, staff, food, drinks… even the toilets! The highlight is the pub itself for me. Menu was pretty simple but proper British pub food and was done well. I enjoyed the steak. Decor is in-keeping. Staff all friendly. Great playlist on. Proper Lakes pub, visit again!

Nice welcome and good Sunday dinner, beef was very tender and veg very freshly cooked.

Only had soup of the day with bread and coffee but excellent. I'll be going back for a proper meal shortly ! The only let down is the parking. Nice drive out from Whitehaven though.

Hands down the best pub we have been to in the Lake District. The food was amazing, the staff were lovely and it what a really beautiful atmosphere. Honestly would come back here again and again!!

This place was absolutely fantastic! Parking is a tad limited, although it’s a quiet road so plenty of on-road parking if needed. The place itself is so quirky and old-fashioned, but with a touch of modern which really adds to the overall atmospheric flavour. The staff were very attentive and superb throughout, very efficient, helpful and so friendly too! They had games, too, so we played a few rounds of chess and, even though it was getting close to closing time, they were still very pleasant and didn’t usher us away. The food itself was exquisite and came out very quickly. Cooked to perfection (we had the steak dish and burger - immense). Overall paid around 18 each on food, wine around 8 quid per large glass of merlot.

Fabulous staff and food . 1st visit but will return . Very tasty , good choice .

What a beautiful welcoming and enjoyable pub. We arrived for lunch with no booking and our rescue dog, the ladies behind the bar were very welcoming the atmosphere very relaxing and food was amazing. Friendly staff great food and very reasonably priced.

was very much looking forward to this venue due to the reviews, however the opening times advertised are not accurate to the venue. arrived to find out they close for a few hours between 3-5pm. hopefully they will update their info as I was really looking forward to eating here!

Outstanding food, lovely, unfussy service, and a perfect pint of bitter - a really special pub lunch in a beautiful village. Well worth a detour if you're anywhere vaguely in the area. Also visit the church while you're there (and read the history of it which they have just inside the door - it's fascinating)

Fabulous food, great service and gorgeous surroundings.

Dropped in during a very wet day of walking, so an ideal stop for us, made to feel welcome straight away despite being somewhat wet and with our little dog. We both had a lovely sandwich with salad and chips which was exceptional, lovely cosy atmosphere and felt at peace immediately upon arrival and throughout. We would highly recommend!!!

Very friendly welcoming staff. Pretty little comfortable pub. A hidden little gem. Recommended

Sunday lunch in the Horse and farrier was an absolute delight highly recommended.

We walked in after spotting this place a couple of days early. Restaurant was full, but they sat us at a nice table in the bar. Great team working the bar, and the restaurant. Good range of local food on the menu and the specials board. We had wild boar sausages, pork belly, followed by apple pie and custard. Absolutely faultless, super tasty, cooked to perfection and served with friendly smiles. If you could imagine the perfect local pub, this would be it. Almost worth moving across the country!

A total gem of a pub - amazing food - very reasonably priced - good wide selection on the menu for a country pub Dogs welcome in bar (we did not have one with us but did not bother us as all the dogs around us were perfectly behaved ) The staff were super lovely MAKE SURE YOU BOOK as I would hate for you to be disappointed and not get a table as it gets busy Just be aware there is limited parking but don’t let it put you off I LOVED THIS PLACE - we will return

Needed a quick meal before rushing back to our motorhome site to watch England v Slovenia ! Lovely country pub tucked in the small village of Dacre . Lovely friendly reception upon entering , small but attractive menu and our chicken Cajun burger was excellent . Old building with lots of character and nice easy going friendly atmosphere . Totally recommend . Shame that England didn't deliver the same quality 😂

A local pub for local people. Strange unwelcoming service. Pub looks great, but you feel like you are intruding. Essentially lacks the main ingredient of what a pub should be.

We went for a drink whilst on holiday and decided we were also going to have food. It's a lovely little pub and staff are very friendly. Our food had come and unexpectedly we had to leave. The staff were great and understanding, and boxed our food up to take away. When we did get to eat it shortly afterwards I was very disappointed and if I had still been there I would of sent it back. I got the suet steak pudding and chips which looked really good. Unfortunately the suet was to thick and too dry. Compared to the size of the pudding the inside was minimal and quite dry. But the meat was awful. It was very small pieces of dried/chewy and fatty pieces which I just couldn't eat. The food on the menu does look good and the special board...the pudding was one....but I would say stay clear of the pudding. Sorry its probably the worst one I've had.

Phenomenal. The food, service and atmosphere was brilliant. We will definitely be back. Faultless.

Me & my partner enjoyed an amazing meal at the H&F. Both the roast beef and lamb shoulder were brilliant with delicious roast potatoes. Great sticky toffee pudding to finish as well! Reasonably priced with a lovely atmosphere in the bar area (dog friendly in this part and outside). Will definitely be returning on future trips to the lakes 🤩

Smashing little place I found it by accident but what a lovely drive to get there highly recommended

Stopped for dinner but kitchen was closed due to wedding so just had a drink

Good food and service with good walks around.

Wonderful staff so happy and friendly! Food was beautiful! So reasonably priced and the quality was outstanding. Would definitely recommend a visit. The we booked and would recommend booking as there is limited seating.

Wonderfully cooked food and staff that can’t help themselves to help you, a fantastic experience, I can’t say enough good things

Everything you want in a country pub. Delicious food which is not standard pub fair - proper chef cooked. Lovely surroundings. Cosy and friendly, very efficient staff. You can always tell a professional place by how quick and efficient the staff are. Always carrying something and not wasting time walking past tables that need clearing or serving. It’s not the cheapest but for a treat it’s fantastic

My Sunday lunch of pork belly was outstanding. Great beer selection too and the bar staff were very friendly and welcoming. Dog friendly too

Had a lovely meal at the Horse and Farrier. Would definitely recommend this place. Thanks to the staff for there service.

Food well presented and enjoyable

Found this place by accident a friend recommended we try here for lunch I made a call last minute and we was booked in for 20 mins later we both had belly pork Sunday lunch and it’s it very tasty and presented very well,all the staff are very friendly and attentive,the funny thing is my friend had recommend the pub with the same name that was 15 miles away where he lived 🤣I will definitely be back

We went on a Sunday for a late lunch. My Husband had the roast beef and there was as much beef as I would have prepared for a family of 4 which was cooked to perfection and he enjoyed it so much he managed to finish it all. I had the whipped goats cheese starter which was lovely and the vegetarian curry dish which had lovely flavour and texture and I thoroughly enjoyed. The atmosphere inside was lovely and cosy with lots of different comfortable seating options and a cosy real fire burning. Right upon entry all 3 ladies working were immediately friendly and welcoming and attentive without being annoying. The bathroom was really pleasant also and very spacious.

Well, what a lovely pub. Me and the family really enjoyed our visit. The was amazing and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Took a picture of our finished plates rather then the before photo because you just need to know that we finished it.

We always have a lovely visit to the Horse & Farrier - both for meals or a quick drink in the bar. Great food, friendly staff and a lovely atmosphere

Fantastic pub, friendly service, 3 different seating areas for all weathers, cosy armchairs by the fire, bright dining room and enclosed beer garden. Food lovely, shandy's nice and cold and dog friendly in parts. nice stop off and loads of foot paths around the area.

We had a lovely meal here. We expected pub food, and it wasn’t anything too complicated, but definitely not pub grub. The food was all delicious, everyone cleared their plates and there was lots of options we could have went for. The service was friendly and very accommodating to my two unwell and noisy children! If in the area we would definitely go back.

Friendly staff, had fish cakes which weren't very fishy, so disappointing.

Great food and service with a smile 😁 Only 4 stars we had a beautiful table made out of a tree trunk with big holes not very practical when having a proper meal.

We stopped here for mid-walk refreshments. Brilliant little pub with a good menu. We enjoyed fabulous Sunday roasts and desserts and sampled a couple of tasty ales into the bargain.

Lovely location, excellent ale and very good food, dog friendly, sadly only in the non reservation bar area now. A real gem. Excellent real ales too. Staff are really friendly and helpful too and a real fire to keep you warm. Looked after very well by Becky tonight, who was literally running around to look after customers. Notices an empty glass and arranges a refill. The staff are excellent. The food is excellent. The beer is excellent. But, sshh don't tell everyone, this is a hidden gem.

A friendly, welcoming pub. Well cooked food with excellent service. A boring menu of pub classics - burger, fish and chips, sticky toffee pudding etc, with limited vegetarian / vegan options, is the reason this isn't a 5* review. Friendly, attentive service and good value.

Absolutely fantastic, can't recommend enough. Very friendly staff, food cooked perfectly! Very reasonably priced given quality.

The food here is exceptional. So much so, that we booked another table 2 night’s later whilst on holiday in the area. The surroundings are cosy and ambient and the food is excellent quality. We had mains of steak and lamb and both were cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend! 🥰

Great food. Dog friendly in bar and very helpful staff. Warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Had another delicious meal here on Tuesday. The food is always great with plenty of choice on the menu and the specials board. The staff are very friendly and welcoming too.

One of the best pubs in the Lake District! As you come off the A66 you really feel like you are entering the late district yet conveniently very close to Penrith. It has a fantastic atmosphere of a country pub with the fire almost always going, it has certainly provided great respite in the winter months when I might have been less prepared for the cold weather. Just visited again more recently in March and the food was delicious. I have the venison burger off the specials board (although a lamb shank is always tempting) and fortunately we opted to share a treacle tart for dessert that's the portion was humongous! The staff are always super friendly and I would recommend to anyone as a fantastic pub to stop in at. It isn't the biggest of pubs so if you do want to eat I would recommend ringing ahead and booking a table.

Gorgeous food at this lovely inn. Venison steak burger was so tasty and hubby really enjoyed his haddock. Portions are immense!

The reviews were right! This is a gem of a place. You can eat in the bar (not bookable) or the restaurant. Dogs allowed in the bar area 😀 We had two courses. The selection was great so hard to choose esp the dessert menu - sticky toffee pudding, cheesecake, chocolate torte 😋 Good wine selection. Staff were great too. We only go to the Lakes once a year but will be back to the Horse and Farrier!

I cannot recommend this small North Lakes pub enough. Five craft ales on tap, very tasty food and wonderful service. When we went it was full to the gills (which is a testament to how good it is), so if you want to go, book ahead!

Outstanding for food and drinks. Beautiful restaurant which was a surprise when we walked in. Lovely outdoor area to enjoy in better weather. The food is amazing. Great menu and specials board. Service was warm and friendly. Total hidden gem. Flat Iron steak and the burger were particularly good!

We had a great experience here. The gluten free options for my partner were varied and delicious. Everything felt that little bit special, even down the most delicious side salad I’ve ever had! The service was excellent and when an item was forgotten from our mains it was quickly rectified and then deducted from the bill which was going above and beyond. The staff really looked after us in what is a small and wonderfully cosy pub. We hope we can return the next time we are here.

Excellent food, really good service, warm and inviting atmosphere, and good value for money - well worth visiting, advisable to book in advance.

Excellent Sunday lunch, good value. Roast beef with roast potatoes, yorkshire pudding, and veg nicely done. Starters and puddings tasty.

Excellent. Everything was quite good. We'll be back soon. Hopefully on Tuesday!

We had dinner here as a family on New Year’s Eve. The food was outstanding, the ambience was warm and cosy and the service was really friendly.

One of my favourite pub/restaurants in the Lake District

Had a meal in the Horse and Farrier last night which was fantastic, really good menu, and everyone enjoyed their food. Service was brilliant, and refreshingly these days, wasn't overpriced.

Had a meal in the Horse and Farrier last night which was fantastic. Really good menu, and everyone enjoyed their food. Service was brilliant, and refreshingly these days, wasn't overpriced.

A very cold day,abd a rather chilly pub!! Good food

Wonderful country pub with great staff and food. Lovely log burner in the bar area (perfect on a cold Cumbrian day) and good beers on tap. The food is always fantastic and there is such a lovely and warm atmosphere. Everything from the dining room to the loos is beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean - would definitely recommend calling in for a drink and a meal!

We have a caravan in Pooley Bridge and feel we have a good knowledge of the pubs in the area. The Horse and Farrier in our opinion is a hidden gem with great good, real ales and friendly staff. If you fancy being away from the tourist scene of Pooley Bridge and experiencing a great lakeland pub the Horse and Farrier is for you

Friendly staff, quick service and good food.

Very nice staff. Great atmosphere and great food. Had a lovely evening

Great little pub with top food.

Lovely food, prompt service a very friendly welcoming pub, to say it was our first visit. Will definitely go back.

Hi this is the son of Dale glazier he was happy with the meal and so was my Nan and my mum but I was not this is because there was nothing on the menu that was good every pub should at least have a sausage and mash but they didn’t they have only got a 2 star considering they made up for it with a chocolate brownie

Great atmosphere friendly staff

Good food, but oddly chilly atmosphere, almost felt like we were a nuisance for having turned up

We stopped in the pub one afternoon for a drink on a walk and so booked a table for the evening. The Horse & Farrier is worth visiting as a pub but it is also very popular for lunch and dinner. The menu is fresh and enticing. We shared a great dish of whitebait and then both indulged in the game pie which came with fresh veg and potato. The beer we drank to accompany the dinner was well kept and well poured. We would definitely go again if we were in the area.

Surprised by the raving reviews as we found the food very mediocre for lake District food although reasonably priced. I had a steak which was very chewy and sinewy but my husband's dish was to his liking with a bit of salt and pepper. The biggest pet peeve is that they claim to 'love dogs' and it felt very much like they knew they wouldn't get as much business if they didn't allow dogs in and they really would prefer you didn't bring your dog as there is a long list of demands regarding your dog (which isn't present on every table or notified before you/when you sit down. Hence our next interaction...)they include, only well behaved dogs allowed, noisy dogs will be asked to sit outside or to be left in the car, and to not allow dogs on the furniture. We brought our under 4kg puppy with us which I had on my knee. I was asked to put it on the floor as 'we have had dogs vomit on our cushions and it's our furniture' fair enough. However you either have dogs in or you don't and she wasn't in the furniture as she was on a blanket on my knee laid down, we didn't see the list till after this comment. We always have a blanket for our dog and she's very well behaved but she does prefer to sit not on the floor due to her size (she gets a bit anxious about other dogs/feet coming towards her while she's under a table. General unfriendliness from the staff, almost dismissive the whole time we were there, maybe because we had a dog or that's their general attitude. Very odd atmosphere. Such a shame as we stay nearby many times in the year and would be nice to have another place to come and eat. Won't be visiting again as there is many other places that are more friendly and with better food in nearby pooley bridge. The only plus would I liked the decor, very on trend with farmy accents like Hessian bags for cushions etc...

traditional rustic pub. just as it should be. open fire , good beer , outside seating in a sleepy hamlet with a babbling brook across the road . occasionally live music too

Fantastic pub which was welcoming of us and our dog and food and service was brilliant. Will definitely return when back in the area. Even though the dog was slightly obstructing their way waitresses were great and understanding.

Fantastic place, Fantastic food.

What a find! Cold, wet, dreich day but the fire was on. Our lunch of fishfinger sandwich and flat iron steak sandwich were delicious. Great service and a warm welcome made it for us!

Great Sunday roast and the sticky toffee pudding was really spectacular. Great views from the dining room and nice atmosphere, Totally worth a stop if your in the area.

Delicious Sunday Roast and pudding. Excellent local ales.

Easily the best meal we’ve had whilst in the lakes. Not over priced, not undercut on portion size and a great environment. Staff were really friendly and didn’t over-bare when it came to tips unlike other Lake District restaurants. A must for anyone coming here.

Lovely small pub in Dacre. Excellent beer, menu looked good, but didn't eat

This pub was recommended by the staff at our accommodation, Barton Hall Country House. It did not disappoint, the was excellent and the staff very attentive. Good ale was had as well. Highly recommended.

We were told the food here was excellent so booked a table for my birthday. Beautiful old pub with a good atmosphere. I had slow roasted pork belly and my wife had slow cooked lamb shoulder. Both were amazingly tender and really tasty. We followed with cheesecake and chocolate brownie, both of which were nicely presented and flavoursome. Staff were very efficient and cheerful. We would definitely recommend a visit but advise booking a table

I didn't eat but will in the future.

Nice meal in a charming pub, what more can I say!

Very quaint, refreshing stop off after a cycle ride

It doesn't get any better than this

Staff are friendly, lovely ambiance

Very nice food and lovely staff

Seriously good fish and chips. Everything else great.👍

We made a late booking here after a day exploring Aira Falls and Patterdale. Goats cheese starters were excellent, wine and beer very good. The venison pie was very acceptable. Only the fish cakes let it down with 80% potato to 20% fish. Excellent chips. We mentioned the fish cakes and 1 of the drinks was refunded. Service and friendliness without fault.We would go back, especially as it is near where we stay.

So good we came back the next day for lunch. Delicious food, friendly staff, lovely view - what’s not to like.

Beautiful quaint location, superbly delicious food and friendly helpful service with a pleasant atmosphere.

We were recommended this pub by a member of the crew on the Aira Force shuttle boat and it definitely didn't disappoint. The staff were friendly and the steaks we had were melt-in-the-mouth amazing.