The King's Arms Hotel Restaurant in Eden

Party of 14 for Saturday and Sunday night. Excellent food, bedrooms and staff who were exceptionally helpful and attentive.

Totally gorgeous food from start to finish - through three shared courses. The service was lovely and the fire was on. We’re coming back soon!

We arrived at 1.30 to be told that they were closing at 2 and there was no food. No apology or explanation. I can understand that places are struggling with finding staff but there was absolutely no need to be rude.

The choice of food was really good. It tasted home cooked. The bill was very reasonable including the drinks and dessert. We would highly recommend it for a relaxed meal.

Top notch pub grub ! This pub offers great food and it is of typical pub fayre. Their menu is pretty extensive with something for everyone. I especially liked the chips and merlot house red. My and my husband had the steak pie with a Stilton topping which I highly recommend. I will be back again

The options don't cover my experience. A few months ago I booked a two nite stay with breakfast and one evening meal included. This was via a BUYAGUIFTvoucher including all stated which I received for my retirement. First disappointment was yo be informed by the King's Arms that it was not for an evening meal but for £18.00 pp towards it. We agreed yo this, however, I received a call from them today to state the had made an error as the break was over a Bank Holiday (which I did not consider) and I would have to pay a further £25.00 to retain my booking (Retirement Present). Whilst I appreciate I should have checked the small print on my voucher. They should not have accepted my booking and should have honered my reservation in 10 DAYS TIME!. Feel really dissapointed at this treatment from not only the Kings Arms but also Buyaguift. After all, a verbal agreement is a contract

We stopped here on our way to nearby Skirwith on holiday. Even though they were short staffed they accommodated 7 of is for lunch. We had a range of meals including vegetarian and gluten free, all well cooked and very tasty. The lady serving was very helpful and such a friendly personality, it made for a lovely lunchtime experience.

Easy to book over the phone arrived and very friendly atmosphere really clean really good food and very Covid secure Would certainly travel and eat there again thank you so much for a pleasant experience

Visited here whilst staying in Temple Sowerby and ate in the restaurant. Food was beautiful, service was excellent and very reasonable prices. Definitely recommend.

Myself & my husband stayed here for the weekend and found it be absolutely beautiful. Rooms were spotlessly clean and comfortable. Staff were extremely friendly and attentive. Food was spot on! We had evening meals and breakfast and throughly enjoyed both! We would definitely return and bring the family along too!

Have stopped here a few times and it is great pub food nothing fancy just good honest grub at a good price

7 of us spent a really enjoyable afternoon and overnight here. A welcoming reception (earlier than check in time) A lovely afternoon walk straight from the pub. Cosy, fairly spacious, comfortable bedrooms. Not a huge evening menu but it included a few interesting specials. All the food was freshly prepared, truly delicious and eaten beside a roaring fire. Breakfast was excellent with a good choice. The staff were all so friendly and couldn't do enough to ensure you enjoyed your stay.

Slightly old fashioned but in a nice way. Very comfortable freshly decorated bedroom. I don't object to carpet on the bathroom floor! Friendly welcome and cheerful darts team in attendance. Food in the bar was better than average, but breakfast was a bit skimpy. Overall a refreshing break from the corporate blandness and uniformity of the big chains.

This is a comfy, former coaching inn which offers accommodation. It was just a pit stop lunch for us during a long road journey. Although we only had relatively simple meals, through choice, everyone was happy with them and whilst I couldn’t partake, I did note some decent cask ales on offer. Was starting to fill up when we left so seems popular enough.

We could not get booked in for dinner at the hotel we were staying in, so this was a last minute substitute. How pleased we were to have discovered this place. Tasty home cooked food, plentiful portions and very helpful staff.

My friend and I visited on 21st/22nd June using a voucher given to her for xmas gift. We had tried to book the week previously but due to a horse fair some miles away it was fully booked then. We had looked at the photos online and discovered that it was a local hostelry with rooms to let. Unfortunately our research didn't go far enough and found out on arriving that the village although had lots of walks nearby that there were no shops/cafes, just one other hotel. We had the family room above the front door (1 double/1 single bed) en suite which was very clean and comfortable. There was tea/coffee and kettle/hairdryer, TV in the room and although this is a historic building it had plenty of electrical sockets if desired. Lorraine the manageress and her staff were very friendly and made one feel very welcome. Have to say that the locals in the bar also made us feel included and we did have an invitation to try a taster of fly fishing the next day, which we declined. The voucher we had included one dinner and 2 breakfasts. Have to say that the local produce and generous portions in the restaurant were very well received. The service and ambience really were just right. Be aware that you really do need a car to visit other places locally as the village has no other shops etc to visit but the village green and local church are beautiful

Amazing food. Huge portions. Come hungry. Very friendly staff who went out of their way to give us local information about events. Only downfall is very old fashioned decor in main area.

lovely little eatery, my wife and i throughly enjoyed our visit over Christmas! thanks everyone~!!!!

Lovely food was well cooked, and presented well too! cooked as ordered which is always a good sign, so you don’t mind waiting. Also do pizza’s too

Grupo de 12 de nosotros salimos para nuestra comida mensual. Todos elegimos diferentes cosas de un 12 en pizza, curry, lasaña de verduras. Tuve un aperitivo de cóctel de gambas y una porción de papas fritas ya que no tenía tanta hambre. El cóctel de gambas era muy agradable, pero me parecieron las patatas un poco grasosas. Había una variedad de dulces y tuve uno más ligero de helado después de ocho / bailys y pastel de Jaffa un poco diferente, bueno. En general, una buena comida y el personal atento y amable, el área del bar es muy cálido y acogedor.

Utilizo el Kings Arms regularmente cuando trabajo en el oeste y lo uso como una base regular para los clientes pesqueros.

Un pequeño y muy cálido hotel , en un entorno precioso, tranquilo y antiguo. Habitaciones limpias, muy confortables y con un toque muy hogareño. El pub es hermoso, pequeño, íntimo.

Reservé esto a través de Groupon y nos alojamos 2 noches en octubre. La habitación estaba bien, pero la alfombra en el baño? Un verdadero grande no, no! El baño era extraño, solo se sonrojó a un lado del tazón (?) ¡La ducha sobre el no era realmente una ducha más un goteo a medias! Además, el lado del baño estaba saliendo! Grietas a lo largo de la pared al techo se unen Papel pintado sucio donde la gente usaba la pared como respaldo.

One night the food was great the next average to say the least . The Salmon and Prawns were good . The ribeye steak average the salad is disappointing lettuce and cucumber with a dressing . The fish pie was odd just mussels and fish with a few prawns in shells on top .

Good choice. Very tasty and not over the top portion sizes, just right after a good long walk during the day.

The good was very good pub food but the tables were so sticky, they really needed some hot soapy water and a good polish. being on holiday I like to try the local beer but was disappointed as it was tepid and gave me stomach cramps. Really lovely, friendly girls at the bar and serving at table.

Great pub food and great service by staff very attentive in a very quiet location all right if you want peaceful break

We have been here 3 times before and are never disappointed. The rooms are clean and well appointed. The staff are always helpful and excellent at their job. The food never disappoints-we look forward to our next visit!

We visited this pub last weekend and what a treat. The hosts were welcoming as were the locals. The room was clean and comfortable and the food in the pub was excellent and nothing was too much trouble.

Ate in the bar because we had a dog with us. When I am away always like to try foods that are different. I had Haggis Pizza, if you love Haggis it is good. All Five of us had very tasty meals. The burgers looked very good.

Four types of burger - we had the Kings Arms (beef) and the Balmoral (chicken). They both had lots of other things with them and made a really substantial tasty meal.

We drove through Temple Sowerby village to go to Acorn Bank and noticed the Kings Arms. We decided to stop for a drink on the way home: there is parking at the front of the pub. The restaurant seemed to have been recently refurbished and the beer was well kept (the local brew). The service from the staff was friendly and there were a number of people eating. Would go back to try the food.

Good menu offering traditional tasty food at reasonable prices, with plenty of choice including veggie options

We stayed in Acorn Bank and didn’t realise how close we were to the kings arms. We had a walk down on a Friday afternoon and had a couple of really pleasant pints amongst some friendly locals. We returned for Sunday lunch and had a brilliant meal served by two lovely ladies at the bar. It was a shame there was no one else in but we will certainly go back when we return to the area.

Stayed for a month didnt want to leave loved it totally room was lovely and clean and tidy and as always made to feel welcome and breakfasts are the best ,the bar has a lovely warm fire and nothing was to much trouble cant wait to stay again

Arrived late for lunch they kept the kitchen open for us. 3 great meals and 1 fantastic pudding. Great service, food and atmosphere. We will return

Was recommended by the holiday cottage owners. A traditional pub with friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Food was tasty, good portions and traditional pub style, served by friendly, helpful staff.

Went in April food was excellent great portion, lovely landlord/landlady, nice place to stay very clean

Visited for Sunday lunch. The price - just under £11.00. I can honestly say, I could have cooked better with...

Tuvimos dos cenas y dos desayunos durante nuestra estancia aquí y no nos decepcionó. La comida era de buena calidad, caliente y sabrosa. Había un montón de opciones para elegir, pero me hubiera gustado ver yogur y avena en el menú de desayuno.

Tuvimos una excelente comida, buena elección. Paella era muy buena y el comenzó eran grandes porciones. El atento personal tailandés stir fry tenía un poco de "kick" pero muy sabroso bien presentado

Buena comida, buena elección, excelente relación calidad-precio. Aislada, pero bien vale la pena tomarse el tiempo para visitar.

Menú completo, comida local, y recién cocinado. Encantador restaurante y salón. El personal y el servicio de primera clase. A un precio razonable.

Un lugar concurrido durante una semana a mediados de enero. La comida es muy buena. Fuego de carbón. Encantador pub village, con una buena selección de cervezas y una amplia selección en el menú.

The Kings Arms is a pub with rooms and a nice restaurant. The staff are friendly and attentive. We had a two night stay booked and paid for but had to cut our visit short after only twenty four hours due an illness in our family. That said, our room (No.2) was clean comfortable and well equipped. We had a great nights sleep. Our evening meals were very good and well presented. The full Cumbrian breakfast was delicious and all freshly cooked to order. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and wish we could have had our second night, but our family came first. The location is also excellent, you are on the edge of the Lake District National Park and the Noel Lakes, with Ullswater a short drive away and in the opposite direction the Yorkshire Dales.

Delicious food, both starter and main course, would go back just for the food! Staff are very helpful and go out of their way to help you.

We came off the motorway for the promise of services and soon saw the sign to The King's Arms. The village is beautiful, all red sandstone and picturesque buildings of which the pub/hotel is one. We had Whitby scampi and chips which was fresh and lightly breadcrumbed. Portions were good (although mostly chips) and the tartare sauce was delicious.

Comprehensive menu with choices to suit every taste. Food can be taken in the pub bar (slightly noisy) or the quieter restaurant.

My husband and I stayed here for 3 nights, the breakfasts were excellent and we had dinner on two occasions whilst we were there and they were also excellent. The staff were very friendly and polite and also very helpful in helping us find places we wanted to go on long walks. The accommodation was clean & comfortable and very quaint.

We stayed close by to the Kings Arms and visited there for a Friday evening pub lunch, The bar area had a few locals, but this was a great place to eat. Very friendly and helpful staff. Varied menu, with food from the hotel restaurant which was a cut above normal bar meals. Great steaks from £15, with a wide ranging menu. Fresh produce and a hearty plateful to boot. We would certainly return. For 2 people, with a couple of drinks it came to £40 and was good value for the quality and quantity of the food.

FTB!!!!Freddy produces simply superb pizzas in his repertoire of tremendous meal choices. Over three nights the 6 of us sampled many of the meal options available and none disappointed.

Good, solid pub grub. Can't fault the amount or the quality. Would definitely eat there again. Staff very friendly.

Walking 'the Lady Anne's Way'. Staying in the area for one night. Stopped here for our evening meal. Pre - booked a table. Excellent menu, Lots of choice. Friendly and efficient staff. Didn't have to wait long for our meal. Good size portions.

Popped into the friendly pub for a roast beef lunch, which did not disappoint. The staff were welcoming and very professional. Probably the cleanest pub we've been to for a long time.

just arrived home from a 2 night stay with our dog at this fabulous establishment,, management and staff were top notch, food and drink were superb, and the rooms were clean and comfortable.could not have asked for any more, recommend to anyone.thanks for a lovely stay

Stayed over night before a Spa Day in centrparcs whinfell forest. It was ideal as it is only a few minutes drive to the spa.In the evening we had a meal (initially booked to sit in the restaurant but changed our minds as the bar area was so welcoming and friendly) The food was absolutely gorgeous....compliments to the chef! The breakfast too was brilliant. All the staff were really friendly. Our room was lovely and clean, i had asked for a twin room and we got a room with a double and a twin. My sister did say the double bed may have been on a slight slant?! but otherwise I couldnt fauly it.Perfect location for a pre spa day stay and great place to be if you want truly delicious food.

The pub/hotel is in the Eden Valley which is probably not as busy as the more well-known parts of the lake.While the rooms weren't the best we've stayed in, they were fine for a short break.The best bits of our stay was the friendliness of the staff and the food. It was good to see a menu which as well as the usual pub classics had some more unusual dishes. We would certainly recommend the paella and lamb tagine. They were well cooked and very tasty!An enjoyable short stay.

This was our second stay and just as the first time we received a warm welcome. The room was spotless, spacious and warm. We ate or evening meal in the bar this time, next to a roaring fire. The menu sounded tasty and the food was superb. After a sound sleep with no noise we had breakfast which was again fabulous. We would definitely recommend staying in the King's Arms and we will certainly be back.

I booked this B&B with a wowcher offer so I paid £89 for 2 nights B&B for 2. On the hotel side I was very happy, the room was spacious and clean, the bathroom was lovely and clean with a large bath big enough to lie down in, the breakfast was lovely, freshly cooked and the staff asked exactly what you wanted so that side was fab. However I was not so impressed with the restaurant side of the establishment. We went down for dinner on our first night and I was not impressed. Firstly you needed to make a reservation to eat in the bar!! Which I found bizarre, but I was more annoyed that we were not told however the other hotel guests were so we had to take the one table that was left. Also the bar was full of regulars drinking, and I can't say I felt particularly comfortable eating in there. The food itself was fine, although I felt the drinks were expensive, however given the price I paid I was not too bothered. I would have been much happier if we could have eaten in the restaurant rather than the bar area. I would come back to this hotel however I would only use it as a Base and would eat elsewhere.

In a very good location for the lakes and Yorkshire dale The staff are very good and helpful food good, breakfast excellent.room large and comfy. Had a good three night and the weather was great.

Ok, Temple Sowerby is a little off the A66, but its well worth searching out. We stopped here on a journey from Scotland to Lincoln for lunch and it was a great little find.The owner has spent time in Scotland so the whiskey selection is excellent - as long as you're not driving!It looked like a lovely place to stop for a weekend and go walking before retiring to the bar and the fire! We will have to try this sometime!

Friendly staff, clean accommodation and a cracking breakfast. Bar lunch not bad either although evening meal a little uninspiring.

we stayed at this hotel for two nights in may 2015 and as the food was very tasty and service good, we ate here for both evenings. Price wise was about average for hotels/inns in Cumbria, all local sourced food, freshly cooked and hot.

Ordered a Cumberland sausage sandwich. What arrived was finely sliced pieces of sausage on shop bought sliced bread. All for £5.95, the worst sandwich I have had in a pub. My wife had a very ordinary ceasar salad. That plus a bowl of under cooked chips and two J2 Os cost £26.65.

Mostly the usual Pub Grub on offer i.e. pies, pizza, steak, burgers, chips etc. Although when I asked for additions and alterations there was no problem. From the choices of 3 steaks on the menu on the 2nd night there was only rib eye steak available. Breakfast lovely.

The restaurant is a really lovely restaurant with lots of interesting pictures and nic nacs to look at. The service was excellent and the food was very good and good value. But it is really more about the atmosphere and

We went for dinner on Christmas eve, when we arrived (on time) our table was still being set with 8 places even though there were only 5 of us. We ordered our food and drinks, my husband wanted a burger and asked for some bbq sauce with it, the waitress said she would check with the chef. The drinks came and there was something floating in mine so it was sent back. The food arrived fairly quickly, there was no bbq sauce with the burger so my husband asked again and the waitress said she would check, she came back and said he couldn't have any as the chef makes it fresh and he had run out (the hunters chicken is made with bbq sauce so not sure what would happen if we'd ordered that!) My husbands burger was cold so he sent it back, he was then told that it couldn't be heated up so did he want something else off the menu? He ordered a steak, medium rare which didn't arrive until we had all finished eating. When I had paid the bill we realised they had charged us for the steak, which was double the price of the burger so my husband challenged this as we were under the impression that he had been offered an alternative as a goodwill gesture. The manager tried to tell him that they always charge for the highest priced item but did eventually refund the difference. On a plus the rest of the food was nice and my husband said the steak was delicious.

We had Sunday lunch here on our way home from a weekend away. We were very surprised to find we were the only diners when we arrived just after midday and my initial thought was, this does not bode well. How wrong I was! Lovely, friendly girls behind the bar and serving food and, very importantly, delicious food. The menu options are very good and there should be something to suit most tastes. For me it was a starter of Salmon and asparagus fish cakes, followed by a main of Pan seared breast of Gressingham duck with celeriac and smoked bacon mash served with kumquat sauce, seasonal veg and beautifully cooked chips. I rarely eat chips and when I do I like them well cooked and crispy, so I asked that they be cooked like that and they were happy to oblige. I think maybe we arrived earlier than most people would have Sunday lunch, as I am sure this must be a popular restaurant.

Right from the beginning this place was brilliant. staff were really welcoming and accomodating of our little one who just needed a run around!food was pub food butgreat quality and good portions! we had 3 courses even though we were full to bursting! thanks for making the first night of our holiday as great as it was!

Taste, variety and presentation superb. Friendly staff, there to meet your needs. Recommend the Haggis Ravioli

Wife and I on the way to Cornwall from Aberdeen, two nightstops en-route, the first at an hotel in Temple Sowerby. Arrived at the hotel and were advised to book a table for dinner as the only alternative was the village pub and we were given the impression that would not be a good idea.Well, I said to my better half, unpack and lets explore the village and then decide where to eat, so off we went. After a refreshing and much needed stroll around the pretty village I asked of two of the locals what the pub (Kings Arms) was like. "Really good" was the answer. They were not wrong. Pleasant, welcoming atmosphere, excellent Ales. Wife had a Greek Salad which she proclaimed was one of the best ever had, Burger and chips for me and they were excellent. Cant remember what I paid but it was very reasonable, we just wished that we had stayed there overnight instead of the hotel up the road.Eat / Visit there again?: YES.

I had steak and ale pie as an evening meal and poached eggs on toast for breakfast, the food was hot, well presented and very reasonably priced.In addition to cooked breakfasts there as a good choice of cereals, fruit juices jams and marmalade etc.

The hotel is attractive, the dining room nicely arranged The bar has several different beers and lagers, including some local ales. Food is served in either the dining room or the bar. The menu has food from soups and sandwiches to excellent steaks and roasts. Vegetarians are catered for as are toddlers and older children. With extremely friendly and helpful staff, a super place to eat There a pleasant beer garden for sunny days

We stayed here for a couple of nights in July. The staff were friendly, the rooms were clean and well deocrated, the bathroom big and fabulously clean. The location was serene and quiet and relaxing - near enough to the honey pot areas of the Lakes for exploring through the day and very near Penrith.We ate both nights in the restaurant and couldn't believe how really good the food was - in fact we had planned to explore and eat somewhere else the second night, but after our first meal there we soon abandoned that idea! My husband and I are not really 3 course meal people but we made an exception here. There were so many nice things to choose from on the menu (look it up online) that we couldn't resist and overindulged. The prices are good considering how well the food is prepared and how great it tastes and the dining room is quiet and comfortable although you can eat in the bar if you prefer.Can't recommend this place highly enough for both B&B and especially meals.

We want to sincerely thank the staff of The Kings Arms for taking such good care of us this past week whilst we were on our spring holiday in the Lake District. If you are anywhere near Temple Sowerby, I highly suggest you have a meal at this superb restaurant. My starter (black pudding and haggis) was the most delicious dish I have ever had. The kids enjoyed their dinners immensely and even my sometimes picky parents are still raving about their food. We will be back someday to have another meal!

A group of four of us stayed over the May Bank Holiday weekend for three nights at the King's Arms Hotel and thoroughly enjoyed out stay. The rooms were comfortable, reasonably priced,, and the food tasty and very well cooked and served. The staff were friendly especially the couple who were managing the hotel and restaurant who did everything they could to make our stay enjoyable. We would recommend this hotel to anyone wanting to stay over in Temple Sowerby, or just wanting somewhere to eat whilst travelling through.

A very good meal for five with excellent presentation and friendly service. Haggis pakora delicious. Meats in pie and puff pastry excellent. Vegetables perfectly cooked. Lasagne extremely good. Delicious Yorkshire pudding with roast turkey. Creme brûlée and peach Melba very good. Melba had excellent crispy meringue with chewy centre and good raspberry oculus. Generous pot of coffee to finish. Hope to return when next in the area.

We last came here just after it had opened and noticed how much more extensive the menu is. We also think that the quality is better.My highlight was the steak and ale pie with a thick, crispy and buttery pastry. Homemade chips and a selection of veg. The portions were too big for me to have a desert.The bar was more lively than the restaurant and has a good vibe. i enjoyed my evening here more than the Temple Sowerby Hotel.

We stayed here following a purchase from groupon. The staff were extremely friendly and I have to say the breakfast was the best I have ever tasted anywhere! The room was lovely and clean also. I don't feel that I would have paid full price as I have stayed at luxurious places for £100 per night. That said the groupon deal was very good and thought it was worth every penny. The most I would probably pay to stay here would be £70.

Good choice of food and well cooked! Would have preferred more choice for vegetarians both on an evening and at breakfast.

The landlady and landlord are great hosts, the food is great and good value for money.The bar is well kept and the prices are good.Well done Dave and Terry

we ate here on one occasion. Ate in the bar because we had a dog with us and were very comfortable there. The meal was very good especially the prawns and the wine good and reasonably priced. Service was excellent

I can't say enough good about The King's Arms. It delivered on all counts and I loved it (as did the dog). I'll be back.

We visited this pub whilst visiting family who have recently moved into the village. So glad I dont live as close as they do - we would never be away. The food was delicious and the ambiance of the place is lovely. I just had a starter which was home made Haggis Ravioli in a light pepper sauce - it was delightful. The home made Steak & Ale Pie looked wonderful and the Burger looked as good as any burger ive seen. Everyone enjoyed the lunch and we will certainly visit again when we are in the area. It is a B&B as well but we didnt see the bedrooms, however, we had a look in a lovely lounge and the restaurant looked very nice. I can imagine it would be a nice place to stay.

We were staying in nearby village and told this was a good local. Too right! We had excellent food, good presentation, local produce, great choice on the menu and specials. Enjoyed so much we visited 3 times during our stay!

Great food, hosts and lovely room made this break. You will not be disappointed. We will be returning soon.

Having read the reviews of this restaurant, I decided to try this village inn instead of going to nearby Penrith. Many fellow travellers were eating in the very welcoming bar (compleat with roaring fire) but decided on the restaurant which was comfortable, well decorated and had a mass of local photos and articles on display. The food lived up to expectations - my vension was delcious - and the portions very generous. A nice touch was that some of the dishes were topped with a small sprig of Lambs Tongur Lettuce which really set off the appearance of the dish, the delicate leaves of vivid green contrasting with the food. The staff were very friendly and efficient. Finally, it was good to see a small placard saying that they supported the Brewing Industry "Wheel Watch" campaign to promote the sale of Low and Non-Atcohol drinks "in the interests of road safety". As I'm frequently the "designated driver", my dining out is so often spoilt by not being able to get a non-alcoholic drink and having to settle for water - but no problem in this case.

What an excellent place for food either in the restaurant or bar, with good beer and friendly locals.I would eat in the bar just to soak up the atmosphere and the banter between locals or if you want quiet then go through to the restaurant.Starters are a good size so if you like desert then think on early.....We eat here frequently and send lots of others that visit the area very few are disappointed!! Good varying specials

Went on a Groupon deal with my little boy....... A nice little hotel value for money on the deal. Our room was comfortable and clean although it did get cold on a cold feb evening and morning. Also no DVD player to the dismay of me and the little one as we had planned movie nights on an evening... Thank The Lord for I iPods eh...;)Atmosphere....well folks... There is none. Zilch! But that did nt bother is as we like being left to ourselves. Took a trip to ullswater and a steam boat trip. Lovely day without breaking the bank. Great pot painting place in penrith which is a must visit. Crafty monkeys. Not much else to do near there however, but it came to the end of our visit anyway..... Cosey if somewhat cold evening in our room with a carpet picnic and cartoon movie on the I pod. Great intro to my little boy to the lakes.... Or the fringes of. Decent breakfast and off on our travels. If you like being left alone to do your own thing this place is ideal.

A small but elegant dining room, with excellent service, my favorite sort of restaurant. The food was presented beautifully and tasted as good as it looked. It was great to be served by pleasant and happy staff. The husband and wife team, chef and manageress, obviously run a 'happy ship'.

Food was lovely, didn't have room for desert and sort of wish i could have left some of main course but it was too good. Will have one next time for sure. If you like your scran this place will not dissapoint

A great hotel run by Freddie and his Wife Mally. Both them and other staff went out of their way to make sure we enjoyed our two night stay with them. Although the hotel is over three hundred years old the bedrooms are very modern in their decor and thanks to Mally she keeps them spotlessly clean. The cuisine is a mixture of all tastes including Thia, Italian and some very British favorites served in their restaurant or alternatively in the bar area. One has to wait a little while as all meals are prepared to order with fresh food and not freezer to pan meals one can get in some hotels. The bar has options for most tastes, including two guest bitters (yummy). The hotel also benefits from a beautiful lounge. Thank you Freddie and Mally for a great stay and no doubt we will see you next year. 10 out 10

This hotel and restaurant is run by lovely people and staff who make you feel at home and very helpful and the food is amazing and very reasonably priced and home cooked (really) not just pretending and tastes very good at reasonable prices.

Excellent meals for between £10 - £15 - lovely dining room or you can eat in the bar. We stayed at The King's Arms each night and had 3 lovely meals on our short break. If you are passing or live locally it is a great place to eat at a reasonable cost.

Plenty of good quality, tasty food at a fair price. The restaurant was very well appointed and the staff keen to please. Able to order off any or all of their various menus. Ate too much!

We decided to stop at the Kings Arms after visiting the Acorn Bank Mill. A great selection of choices for Sunday lunch - seabass was excellent and the homemade apple crumble and custard was to die for. We ate in the pub as it was more relaxed but the restaurant looked lovely. The staff were extremely friendly and attentive. Would recommend if you're in the area.

We decided we did NOT want to eat at a motorway service station on our way from Scotland to York so I had searched for places to eat near the A66 and The King's Arms was highlighted. It was well deserved! Very easy to find, no trouble parking, the best Sunday roast I've had in a long time, excellent value for money, the staff were very friendly and helpful and made our children feel welcome too. I highly recommend it. We'll be back the next time we head south and may try a bit of a walk round the village too next time now we know where it is.

Surrounding countryside spectacular.Enjoyed walking and fishing in the area.Plenty of places to visit.

Although the heading says Hotel Restaurant, this review is for the accommodation and breakfast and food rating is for breakfast.My Mum, sister and I booked a Spa Day at Centerparcs, Whinfell Forest but could not stay overnight there. However, when we tried to book an hotel locally, everything seemed to be full. Turned out it was Appleby Fair Week and accommodation was full. We found the King's Arms after a long search on the internet and they had just had a cancellation - and we are so pleased we did.It sits at the side of the road in small village about 3 miles from Centerparcs. Warm and friendly welcome. The place is spotless. We had Room number 7, which is a triple and suited us perfectly. Spotless, traditional and cosy in style. Larger room with double and single bed, Comfortable bed and bed linen. Hairdrier, free internet connection (did not use), tea/coffee making facilities. Large bathroom with bath and separate shower cubicle. Small flatscreen TV which we did not use. It looked freshly decorated, as did the hallway. Excellent choice of cooked breakfast with shiny clean coffee and tea pots and spotless cutlery. White linen table covers which are absent from many establishments at breakfast. There is a traditional pub bar which is also relaxed and friendly with a good buzz . The staff work very hard to make it good stay for the guests - and they are successful. Excellent service from check in, to check out including the time spent in the bar later at night. Thanks from us to Mally and the team who worked in the bar until after midnight and were serving breakfasts for us in the morning - still smiling.We paid £40 per person for bed and breakfast in a triple room and thought it good value.We did not have dinner on this occasion but would do that for future - yes we will definitely return if in that area. Ideal option for those visiting Centerparcs but not staying. A good quality small coaching inn style hotel and restaurant with high standards.

The Kings Arms was a welcome find on a cold April morning after a walk. We just had a coffee which was reasonably priced and served with a chocolate. We were given pots of coffee so certainly got our moneys worth. Also had a portion of homecooked chips which were great. The pub is warmly decorated and inviting and has a traditional feel. Excellent service too. Would definately return, hopefully for something more substantial.