The Ratty Arms in Copeland

Welcoming and great homecooked food, nothing fancy, just good, tasty wholesome food. We had two Lasagnes and a fish n chips and Scampie enjoyed by all and generous portion sizes. Family and very dog friendly. A lovely atmosphere and character. We would be very happy to return. Thanks

What a lovely find Had a lovely walk round Ravensglass which I fell in love with and stopped here for a quick pint The lady behind the bar was lovely, very very funny As we were having a nice time had a bite to eat as well, good grub and reasonable price Will definately go back

Something a bit different! We enjoyed sitting in the old railway cab style seats. The “light bites” menu at lunch was fab - go hungry though as big portions! Friendly service and dog friendly inside and out 🐶

This excellent pub with a warm cosy fire (lovely beer garden for warmer days),welcoming staff and a great range of well kept real ales and wine at very affordable prices, is well worth a visit. If you can access the Carlisle to Barrow railway line, you can arrive by train. You can then choose between walking around Ravenglass, catching the L'al Ratty steam train down the Eskdale Valley or just sitting and enjoying the company by the log fire. There is a car park, but ditch the car, make use of the train and just enjoy a different day out.

What a fab place 😄Full of character & a lovely outdoor area ! Jackie the manageress goes above & beyond to make you feel welcome & is truly wonderful at her job 🥰We will be back, ps love my gin glass 🍹xx

Such a shame. Really friendly and clean beer was nice. Food was fine. But I was being served. And then just left hanging until she served another customer who was local so rude. It happened to someone else. We drank our drink. And will never return even though we visit the area quite often there is a couple of more eating and drinking spots there. Such a shame as it is a tourist area.

Had a fabulous prawn salad coffee and wine. The staff were so helpful to us and everyone in particular bar staff Janet . She even phoned around for accommodation for a guy who was stranded and then actually escorted him to the guesthouse.

Spending a rather wet and windy couple of days in Ravenglass we chanced our arm on the first night to see if they were serving food and had a table for us. Understandably they didn’t as it was short notice. We visited the pub the following day to see if we could book a table for dinner that evening however, were advised that they were not doing food although a smell of food and didn’t ask when we would like the table for just advised no. A comment was also made by someone in the pub that they were only serving locals.

It was so busy we should have booked. The amazing Jackie (see lots of other reviews) found us a table which was reserved for an hour later, then was able to move us before our food arrived ‘so I don’t have to disturb you later’. She said she wasn’t thinking too well tonight. On good days she must be a genius, Juggling so many customers with a friendly word and a smile for everyone. The food was good honest freshly cooked pub grub and the portions were huge. Both our starters would have made a perfectly acceptable lunch. I couldn’t finish my main course and that isn’t like me. A good selection of real ales and the bar generally looked well stocked. I didn’t have room for my favourite whisky but it was there. A thoroughly enjoyable experience for our last evening of camping nearby and we will be sure to visit again.

Visited twice with friends during our campsite stay. Very much pub grub but good quality, lots of it and prompt service with a smile. Good choice of ales and spirits. Wine menu very reasonably priced. Jackie very lovely and even stayed open when we dropped by for a couple of drinks late the evening before our departure. Do visit this pub. We mustn’t let it close again! Tuesday is quiz night and quite busy if you like that sort of thing…..

Absolute gem of a pub down to earth friendly staff made us and our bull terriers very welcome the food was what pub food should be it was lovely and good size portions also a great selection of cider and beers will definitely recommend

Really friendly staff which is added bonus to what was a lovely lunch. Huge portion sizes, delicious food, nice, clean beer garden. Friendly staff make such a big difference- thank you! Oh and the hazy cider was lovely too 😊

There are no menus. The menu is wrote on a board above people who are eating..The steak and ale pie was tasteless and the lasagne was full of cheese. The chips and salad were nice though.You pay before you eat ,there is a reason for that.Wont b going back.

What a wonderful little pub! We were greeted at the bar by such a lovely lady who was super welcoming and very friendly. The drink prices were extremely reasonable as was the food. We couldn’t quite believe the portion sizes! So generous and jam packed full of fillings! It was such an enjoyable lunch and the pub is lovely inside with seating layout like you are on a train! We loved it and will def be returning in the future!

We spent a couple of relaxing evenings at the Ratty Arms. Jackie was so welcoming and was a fountain of knowledge of the local area. Her great personality, the friendliness of the staff and the charm of the pub meant that we returned each day that we were in Ravenglass. We would certainly recommend a visit, if you are in the area.

This is a friendly, unpretentious pub with pleasant and helpful staff. They had closed the kitchen when we arrived for dinner on our second visit but reopened it just for us. The menu is standard pub fare but the food is very good and plenty of it. There is an excellent selection of on-tap local beers and lagers. As it is housed in a converted station building, the windows look out onto the station platforms - a joy for train enthusiasts! The railway theme is reflected in the decor of the pub - a nice touch of character. It is frequented by locals as well as tourists - always a good sign!

Came for Sunday lunch after riding the Ravenglass to Dalegarth train. Excellent Sunday lunch and pint of Wainrights. Lovely landlady and great atmosphere. Came back that evening for another pint and got a lovely welcome.

We visited for my dad’s 89th birthday. We ordered two burgers from the specials board and prawn sandwich and chips all were lovely. Jackie made a birthday cake for my dad which was lovely and much appreciated. Just for information the main menu and salads aren’t available at lunch time. The lunchtime menu is items from the specials board, sandwiches and baguettes. We will definitely be back.

Called in for Sunday lunch on a round trip as Ravenglass is not to far from us, I had heard good reports locally about the Ratty Arms but my wife and I were pleasantly surprised, the place was spotless ( including the toilets ) and the staff were really good even though the hostess was visibly suffering with a bug which she apologised for profusely for the slow service, the food was plentiful and really tasty, don't expect Michelin star but good wholesome FILLING home cooking, will definitely use again excellent value for the money and a good range of hand pulled ales

Thank you Jackie for taking our last minute request to book a table for lunch at 1215pm on new year's eve. Our trip was very last minute, and to be able to get an immediate booking was fantastic. Our train from Lancaster arrived just after midday and we were sat at our window table straight away. Fabulous service and our lunch food was lovely, generous portions, and quality was outstanding. Turkey brie and cranberry baguette and the Christmas turkey stuffing etc baguette were delicious. And we really didn't need the chips but they were lovely too. Highly recommended before and/or after a trip to the steam train. Can't wait to return again in spring/summer.

Had a lovely evening spent with family. Jackie and the team were great and couldn't do enough for us even when there was a last minute change to the order. Would recommend highly. If we are ever in Ravenglass again, we will certainly be back.

The Ratty Arms pub is a converted railway station building situated right on the main line, a short walk over the bridge from the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway station. We spent the morning on the narrow gauge railway and then crossed over the main railway line to the pub. The friendly staff gave us a very warm welcome and served us with a good lunch which we could eat while watching the mainline trains coming and going through the station. There's a good selection of real ales on offer from local breweries. We were told that the pub is owned by the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway so your purchases here help to fund the railway!

Very warm welcome by staff excellent service and really good quality filling pub food,very querky pub that's basically an old train station,( train's still stop off at the platform outside).

Amazing place with fantastic food and very friendly bar staff and locals. Made us all feel very welcome, including our doggies. Would highly recommend x

Excellent food and staff very friendly, Jackie was great behind the bar very funny and welcoming, cracking little friendly pub. Keep up the good work guys 👍

Visited on a Sat evening, the kitchen closes at 8 and as we were a large party we'd booked and pre ordered. Friendly welcoming staff, clean tables etc. Food arrived promptly but with enough space between courses. As most folk say the portions were big - I was so glad I'd only ordered 2 courses but even then I couldn't finish my pud! Varied choices - standard pub grub as well as a range of specials. We had chicken tikka and rice - not spicy but lots of chicken etc. weirdly it came with a green salad and coleslaw? ! if I'd have known I'd have told them not to give me it and not have wasted food by not eating it. I'd have thought popadoms, nan bread more appropriate?. Sticky toffee pud was home made. £46 in total not inc our drinks so good value. All of our party enjoyed the food. I'd recommend booking.

What a beautiful meal and such huge portions. The meal tasted delicious. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

This friendly pub served great food and had a wide selection on offer. I had the Mushroom Pasta one evening. They are really generous portions but after a day walking up Black Combe it was a real treat. The deserts are excellent also. There is a good range of beers and I enjoyed the 0% Swan beer. We took our collie in on both evenings and he was happy to snooze under the table. Super place. Highly recommended

First visited in 1980 average of 2 meals a year somewhere Just over 80 meals Never Ever had a bad one, Was therefore very sad to hear Bev & her Daughter who ran the pub,had Hung up their aprons in December 2022. However The Pub now under the ownership and run by The Ravenglass railway with a bit of a refurb and their own new staff recommenced serving mid 2023 So September we had 4 meals there and happy to say alls well. It still serves the best kept pint of Guinness Ive had, and the meals good portions and good food, They are still experimenting with the Menu and had added Curry as a special for now but I can see it becoming a regular..It was excellent, Will be back again soon.

Came here 2 nights in a row the food was absolutely gorgeous and massive portions. Great value for money and all the staff are so welcoming. Felt at home here straight away. Will definitely be coming back here next tike I'm around this area.

Well run, friendly staff, good choices of food and drink. Jackie is perfect for the job. Funny but effective

Loved this place. Great selection of beers and beautifully kept - it almost glowed. And the food - its the usual pub stuff but the portions were HUGE. Serious value. Staff were friendly, the only thing I'd say is that there are a lot of tables for 4 but not many for bigger parties so if there are more of you then you will need probably need to book, especially in summer.

We went in and noticed all tables were reserved but they was one reserved at 7, we went at 5pm and asked if we could sit down as we would be gone by 6 and this was ok. Went to order food to be told...

We have just spent a week in Ravenglass, and found this to be the best in the village! we stopped here on more than one occaision for refreshments! ha ha! We learned really quickly you MUST book! these guys get super busy, and rightly so...

We ate on the lovely sheltered veranda, surrounded by flower boxes. Food is home made, and lots of it, mostly delicious. Good range of beers, friendly and dog welcomed! Only crit is I thought the veggie pasta was a little over seasoned by tarragon, and...

Not a lot of choice in Ravenglass but if there was I bet the Ratty arms would still be the best. Popped in for a drink earlier in the day, didn't realise or think about reservations for dinner. When we came back later looking for...

Lovely visit to The Ratty Arms while in the area . Thought we’d give it a go after seeing lots of great reviews . Good selection of local beers (Swan Free is an excellent bottled alcohol free according to my hubby) and good selection of...

When our car broke down Jackie and her team could not have been friendly or helpful. They provided our dog with a bowl of biscuits whilst we had a meal. They made sure we were warm and even found us a room in the local...

Beware! Do not expect to be able to have the main courses listed in the menu listed on their website if you go at lunch time! Yesterday I travelled to Ravenglass by train from Manchester, the plan being to have lunch at The Ratty Arms...

We had a very enjoyable meal here. Being dog friendly helps and plenty of other guests take advantage of this perk. We were a reasonably large group (6) and would recommend booking if that size. Most of the tables are made from old railway seats...

Great service, comfortable, clean, quiet, easy to get to, and the ham salad was superb and could not be improved. It was the second time we had been there and definitely worth further visits.

Lovely pub on the railway station. Can get busy so would recommend booking. We just turned up for dinner and happened to be lucky to get a table. A dog friendly pub with homely meals. Lovely real ale. Hawks head ale was a delight.

I've rated this very good because of the whole experience. The venue is quirky, fun, comfortable and welcoming. The food is basic pub grub churned out quickly by friendly staff. The portions are generous. Perfectly acceptable in the greater scheme of things but not a...

Really friendly welcome , the menu was fairly simple but all the pub classics were there, and the prices were pretty standard for today’s financial climate. Our food came quickly and there was plenty of it ! Both of us enjoyed our meals and my...

We visit Ravenglass every year & always have a few meals at the Ratty Arms. The beer is well kept & they have a very nice outside patio. The pub has recently changed tenancy & is now run in-house by the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway....

Great visit tonight for a meal for Father’s Day. Food excellent and service superb. Nothing was too much trouble - even making me a meal very quickly as - whilst ordering everyone’s food- I had forgotten to order my own meal !!! Friendly efficient staff...

Great pub next to the railway station with an excellent range of beers. Limited food at the moment whilst the kitchens are being updated. Inside and outside seating. Staff all nice and friendly.

When you’re away for the weekend you don’t want prim and proper, formal and cucumber sandwiches. We got friendly without being in your face. Real place with real staff and customers, informality without too much noise. Great beer and great basic food. I had been...

Haven’t written a review in quite some time…Impromptu walk today with the Dog, caught the train so I could have a few beers after a walk along the costal path, and towards Muncaster Castle. I have eaten at the Ratty Arms on many occasions, it...

Enjoyed the food at the Ratty Arms. Good walks in the area, so ready for good food at the end of the day so ate here a couple of times as I was staying local. Staff are friendly and make you feel welcome.

If I could leave 10 stars I would. Staying at the campsite and went here on recommendation. Wow what a fab place. I'm the daughter of publicans who had a reputation for great food for 25 years so feel that I know my pub food...

Food nice & kitchen flexible to requests for additions! Staff very friendly & efficient. Very dog friendly with water bowls around.

Popped in for food, was advised that if there was an available table outside I was welcome to it. I ordered what is described on the menu as steak and Guinness with a pastry top. The description is accurate. My food was brought out in...

We had lunch with our puppy while visiting Ravenglass. The Ratty Arms was clean and well laid out. We particularly liked the number of booths, as these are great when visiting with a dog. The food was good (we had garlic mushrooms followed by Scampi...

Several evenings spent drinking some excellent ales and relaxing in the pub - inside and out. Treated family to a meal but a tad surprised at the salmon, prawn and crab salad when it arrived with a (very generous) portion of crabmeat only. After pointing...

We popped in for a drink tonight the bar staff were amazing including the young girl who wasn’t at legal age to serve us but straight away got the rest of our order sorted while we waited, the lovely man who was on the bar...

Staying in the area and we were looking for somewhere near at hand to have an early evening meal. It’s not open til Wednesdays and booking is advised. Rang up and got a table for 6:30. Glad we booked as they only had one free...

Called on on the off chance after a days hiking. Only intended to stop for a drink and instead stayed for dinner. The pub serves local ales and has a great selection of gins. The food was good and there were several vegetarian options available....

We loved our visit this weekend. Went to Ratty's for Saturday tea time celebrated Dad's 70th - 12 of us. (We did book). Busy pub - friendly staff and lovely locals - bought my sister's partner a pint. Food was excellent - quick service despite...

Great pub food, in a relaxed atmosphere. Have been I t eh last couple of nights. Excellent service, we had the lamb and chilli followed by chocolate cake. Situated overlooking the rail tracks, great decor. Make sure you book and have a great time. Will...

We called here by chance after a days hike, and pleased we did , the food was excellent and hot All the staff we very polite nothing was to much trouble Would definitely call again if in the area

We called ahead as there were 11 in the group. They made us feel welcome and were really helpful. Food was good and piping hot.

For pub grub we were pleasantly surprised by the quality, quantity and cost. A lovely little find. On the list for a return visit.

Really good tasty pub grub in beautiful surroundings. Right next to the minature railway and close to Muncaster castle. Beer garden outside is nice in the summer months.

We initially walked past this pub due to the name, but we’re so glad we ventured back as the food, service and atmosphere were all fabulous. Tables across the back are staged as a train carriage with trivial pursuit game cards on the tables. Service...

Walked in with my husband about a month ago to get tea and scones (advertised on their board outside) and were completely blanked by the staff who were apparently both too busy to even acknowledge us. We stood at the bar area, masks on and...

The food, the menu, the staff the pub itself, all deserve 5 stars. The reason that I have only awarded the Ratty Arms 3 stars is because we could smell dogs whilst eating our meal. Very off putting. I must add, it wasn't due to...

There at 17:30 for an outside not booked.. In at 17:30 at the bar when it opened, 2x couples already seated.. tables looked as though they could be booked.. Asked to eat outside only to be told they are fully booked and he would serve...

We stayed in Ravenglass for a week, frequenting the Ratty Arms for lunch, dinner and just a drink (or two). What a great pub. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Yes, it's busy and booking is advisable, but even when we just dropped in for a...

Stopped here for lunch after the railway. Fabulous restaurant. Great decor and furniture staff efficient helpful and friendly. We had cheese sandwiches and chilli con carne and a couple pints cider. Would highly recommend

Large group seated on 3 tables , including 1 baby , 4 dogs food served piping hot as all served together , staff friendly and efficient, everyone enjoyed their meal , Excellent Pub , very reasonable prices , Highly Recommend a visit .

We had to book as this restaurant is so popular and it's easy to see why. It is decorated with railway memorabilia and laid out a bit like a railway carriage. It is on the railway and the odd train trundle past which adds to...

The Ratty arms - they never fail to offer a great experience when doing the three peaks by rail. Nothing is too much trouble. I love the place - I only wish I could visit when we’re not on a 2 hour turnaround.

We had a very enjoyable lunch today at The Ratty Arms. All the staff we spoke to were friendly and welcoming. As it was such a beautiful day we decided to sit outside. Every table seemed to have a water bowl for four legged companions....

Have visited the Ratty several times this Summer and have never been disappointed. Lovely courtyard garden, friendly workers and a great location beside the railways. Great choice of food, good portions, good selection of ale and all very reasonably priced. Can't really ask for more....

Great atmospheric pub in the old railway station at Ravenglass. Nice to sit with a pint watching the trains going pass ( about 2 an hour). Good selection of local real ales . Dog friendly and free WiFi. Had the steak and ale pie which...

I had to leave this review because I can't quite believe what I have just eaten. I have to admit, I hadn't eaten all day, and I did empty my plate, because I was ravenous. BUT...I ordered the mixed salad and my God it was...

Do book before you go to avoid disappointment it’s busy and popular because it’s fantastic! . This is a great pub, food is reasonably priced with huge portions and the staff are friendly and work hard to keep up with busy demand. We were staying in Lancaster and travelled to spend the day in muncaster Castle. We had a delicious two pints and enjoyed two bewleys Cumberland sausage baguette and chips. Absolutely delicious (but sadly no room for dessert). Well next day I thought let’s see if we can get booked there again. Bev got back to us and we got the same table booked a day later. So another day spent in muncaster castle, walk along ravenglass beach and yep you guessed it another round of Cumberland sausage baguette but this time two pints of cider! We thank Bev and the team for two lovely evening meals at the ratty arms. Keep up the good work. We wish the ratty arms were near us in London if this was our local we would be regulars.

We went to the ratty arms after a train ride on the neighbouring miniature railway. We booked this for my husbands birthday.When we got there it was not clear where to go or who to speak to, we finally found a lovely older lady who saw our table was half cleaned. She got this cleaned and sorted our drinks and food order, after this she vanished and nobody came back to clear our dirty plates or offer us desert menus. After 30 minutes we went up to the bar and said we had hoped to have desert, to which the man responded by giving me my bill. Nobody would have noticed if we had left or stayed.This was a big disappointment as it was my husbands birthday and we booked two weeks prior. People turning up outside got better service.Only downside to the food was the excessive fruit on a salad.

Stopped here for lunch during a return trip on the Ravenglass and eskdale railway. The mixed seafood salad was different but definitely unstinting as described, absolutely gorgeous. The prawn baguette and sausage baguette with chips were great too. My son, who is normally very picky with his food devouered his chicken mayo baguette and said it was very nice. Which is a big compliment from him. We have a week and a bit left in the lakes but definitely want to return to this superb establishment. PS they have some nice beers as well!

Went into The Ratty arms on Saturday at 5pm and asked if we could eat there. Only to be told by the young man behind the bar that they were fully booked but we could eat outside. ( It was pouring with rain at the time). We accepted that which was a bit disappointing because our family were with us. We sat down for a drink only to be approached by 2 different female members of staff who asked if we were eating! We said no and that we were told this wasn't possible. They said we would be ok on "that table". It was too late then because we had to order room service in our hotel to accommodate our granddaughter which meant we couldn't all eat together on our first night. Not happy with the attitude of the young man who didn't seem to care either.

Very busy and deservedly popular venue as the food is outstanding. Had the finest mixed sea food salad ever. Booking advised. They went out of their way to provide a gluten free meal for me, and it turned into an amazing dish. Can’t rate them highly enough.

Round trip on the Ravenglass narrow gauge railway and called in for lunch. Very busy but able to get a table. Beer in great condition and really "hit the spot". I had Cumberland sausage that was HUGE (easily the size of 3 ordinary thick ones) and my wife had chilli that I had to help finish there was so much.

Booked in twice during a week's visit to Ravenglass and great food both times. A good choice of food is available for a family. Each meal we had was excellent with generous portions and all the staff were very friendly and hard working.

Came last Sunday to be told they were closing in 5 mins. What kind of pub closes at 3 in the afternoon!! Returned today, sat down and was rudely told all tables were booked despite there being no indication of this on the table I sat down at I think the staff member who spoke to me today needs to go on Customer Service course at the very least!!!

We had a lovely meal here in an oldy worldy setting The place was busy but we had great service. Recommended as a good West Cumbrian pub.

We had booked for the Ratty Arms having been many times before, and always being satisfied, but this occasion was definitely worth reviewing. The service was excellent despite the place being fully booked, but the food was the high spot. The small seafood salad was sublime, decorated with fruits and everything you could want in a boring old salad (it was certainly not boring), with crab claws, smoked salmon and prawns. The cumberland sausage was not other sausage masquerading as the genuine item as sometimes happens in other places - it was genuine and delicious. The chicken nuggets were proper pieces of chicken and not frozen rubbish. All the food was beautifully presented and delicious, with normal pub prices rather than inflated tourist prices. We will return soon.

We booked an evening dinner for a large group of family members. We made a booking and liaised with the Manager, Bev, to pre-order one of the meals. The evening was a huge success. The staff were so attentive and friendly. The food was excellent and catered well for differing dietary requirements. As an event, we could not have asked for more.Thankyou to Bev and the staff at the Ratty Arms for a wonderful evening and a brilliant start to our weekend stay in Ravenglass.We will be back.

Had a very enjoyable lunch and drinks in the peaceful and pleasant beer garden. It was a very hot day but the tables are nicely shaded by the umbrellas. The staff are friendly. Tables inside can be reserved. Will definitely return.

Fantastic salads and Cumberland sausage meadows. Good pint of bitter, nice dog friendly garden, and decent toilets

Stopped for lunch, sat outside. Service good. Plenty of choice, we both went for the crab, smoked salmon and prawn salad. Delicious, all fresh. All meals Coming out looked great. Recommend

We were camping with friends in a local camp site. One of the friends had often visited The Ratty Arms while on secondment in the area, so it seemed only natural to visit Bev and the other staff members.The food on both occasions was fabulous, good prices and friendly staff too. A lovely selection of beers too. It was so good, we ate at The Ratty twice!

Great beersLovely foodStaff took care of us wellAte outside today as the weather was good Prompt service as wellCouldn’t be better

My wife and I both choose the salads for our meal being a warm sunny evening. I never would have guessed how much sea food could be served up on one plate! Not only that there was lots of nice fruit mixed with the salad - strawberry, raspberry, grapes etc. There was so much food - good quality food- on my plate that I had to request a "doggy bag" to take the remainder home!Great service and reasonably priced - £14 for seafood salad. Give it a go!!

Enjoyed a lovely sunny afternoon for lunch in the garden, nice food and lovely friendly staff.The garden has nice shaded or unshaded tables and backs on to the train station.

Great little pub. Good food but not a big choice and nothing outstanding but decent no frills pub grub - no starters. Staff were lovely. Nice atmosphere. We also visited twice during the day for a drink - great beer garden.

Had two great meals here. Staff wonderful ly welcoming, food amazing, beer great- loweswater gold!- and a lovely pub.

Great honest food , perfect after a long walk , good service just right , no complaints atall in a lovely villlage highly recommend

When staying in the area we went here for dinner one evening. It was nice and easy to book via email. In this area, a lot of pubs/restaurants seem on the expensive side especially when you're a family of 5 but The Ratty Arms had a nice atmosphere, lovely staff, and good, tasty food which we thought was good value for money. If we were back in this area again we would definitely return.

Definitely recommend a visit to the Ratty Arms in Ravenglass. Quality pub food. Fantastic service. Very welcoming. Staff very friendly and helpful