The White Lion Inn in Eden

Ok atmosphere and friendly staff with a tasty beer and average food. My big annoyance is the food was massively overpriced for the quality, there wasn't a lot of choice, don't think vegetarians are well catered for and I chose a Cumberland sausage with mash and caramelised onion gravy. It came with a weak gravy with onions in it and two fairly cheap tasting small sausages. The website pictures show something very different and it certainly isn't what I would expect a Cumberland sausage to be. Perhaps this is a trivial point but for nearly £20 I guess I would have hoped for better.

Refurb is lovely whilst in keeping with the character, welcoming staff and warm log fire - would recommend and revisit!

Have avoided calling in for some time now but under new management, I am very pleased to say that the White Lion has found its charm again. The refurbishment was long overdue and has been done very well, opening the area up so much more. The range of drinks was good, food excellent and the service couldn't be faulted

Lovely meal here this evening with family, the staff and food were amazing, everything tasted homemade rather than the usual’Brakes’ reheated meals that you get in most pubs. The lemon shortbread cheesecake was delicious. 10/10 from us.

Great friendly service, clean, comfortable and welcoming surroundings. Traditional pub food, but perfectly cooked, presented well and tasted great 👍 A lovely place to spend the evening, would recommend and will go back.

A lovely, quaint and very welcoming pub with grub - yet it's a bit more than just grub. Our meals were all large portions, tasty and served by an attentive and friendly chap. The interior is clean, the bar is well stocked and the location is handy for visitors and those travelling through the area. The only reason I've not given five stars is that they had run out of one of the main meals on their signature menu, which I felt was a shame as several on our table would have chosen that item. But, the alternatives we chose were absolutely lovely, and I would certainly pop in to eat here again when next in the area.

Outstanding service Especially from Tia she went above and beyond Offered to take our wet coats when we came in Definitely will be back

Popped in for a quick drink after a long walk. So impressed with the friendly welcome we came back for dinner. It was very busy, luckily we didn’t wait long for a table. We both had fish & chips which was delicious. Really like that they offer a smaller portion which I opted for. Great selection of drinks and wine. Beautifully decorated, great atmosphere with spotless toilets. Super little garden over the road when the sun comes out. Definitely will be back soon.

The pub has recently reopened so despite showing online as closed it is back in business. A nice spot in Patterdale, good quality food and service, recommended for a few drinks or a meal. We ate here twice recently, the prices are in line with other Lake Districe eateries and we enjoyed the food which was good quality and tasty.

Finding itself just a short hop from the YHA in Patterdale, this gem is a must visit on a weekend. Fantastic staff, really lovely people. Very friendly and generous. Great pint and the food was as hearty as required. A real beauty. Thank you to all the staff for making my friends 50th weekend truly memorable.

Had a lovely meal. Good beer and friendly staff. We stayed overnight and found the accommodation to be great value. Will definitely stay again.

Great couple of days at the lion friendly and helpful staff, lovely atmosphere good food and a real fire. Will be visiting again soon.

We went on Friday evening - only to find that the kitchen was shut. Not even residents were being offered simple meals. Luckily we had options in our van for an evening meal. We did eat there on Saturday evening. My scampi was Ok. My friends all ordered beef burger. Whilst they all enjoyed it - they all said that it was lamb - not beef. Luckily none of them had any issues with this - but it could have been a very different matter. The biggest issue on Saturday was that there was no draught beer or cider and no wine. This is a lovely little pub - however I will not be visiting again until it gets its act together.

Initially offered us three choices of main menu. This then dropped to two. Then magically the chef found more options. Then some sold out. There was three groups in the pub! On third attempt we ordered and waited forty five minutes for food. Food was ok There was no vinegar. No mayonnaise. No eggs because they were all hard boiled. They did give us extra chips but a couple were still frozen. The next night they only had one lager,fosters! After two pints of Wainwrights that ran out to. The substitute was undrinkable. God knows how long it had been there. The youth hostel was far far better for food. It also had Birra Moretti

I was organising a trip for a walking club. I e mailed the White Lion on 2 occasions in August and September requesting a booking for 12 on 27th September at 7pm. Alas despite offering to pay a deposit and order in advance I received no reply. I telephoned twice and was assured that the booking was in the diary and that the manager would call me. It did not happen. On the Monday before our visit all of us went to the pub and I agreed tables with the barman and he confirmed the details. He did not take up my offer of a deposit. I told him one of us had to cancel. We had a couple of rounds of drinks. There was a limited supply of beers. We went again on Tuesday and had a couple of rounds of drinks. When 11 of us arrived on the Wednesday I was told the kitchen was not functioning. I asked to speak to the manager who did not seem too interested. I told him I thought that the service was appalling. I was not rude and I did not shout. Unbeknown to me they had e mailed me at 5.30 pm to say the kitchen was not open. I do not check my e mails every hour and so did not know this. The manager's response was to tell me and my companions to F off. Which all 11 of us did. 2 hours later I received an e mail apology. Be very careful

Wow, portion size was huge, food all cooked freshly to order and didn’t disappoint after a full days walking. The team made you welcome and had plenty of local knowledge. All the usual drinks and spirits available with guest beers too, my husband especially liked the Windermere blond! Muddy boots and dogs welcome which is a must when situated where they are. Nothing was too much trouble. Big thanks to Andy and Ashley and the team. We will definitely be back.

A lovely little pub that was just right for a spot of lunch after a long walk. The steaks we ordered were cooked just right and were really flavoursome. The beer garden had great views over Patterdale. It was nice to go in a pub that had no access to any internet for the customers. Who needs WiFi when you have gorgeous views across the valley and numerous points of interest in the décor. David behind the bar was great, making time to talk to all the customers despite being busy. A great little Hostelry.

The White Lion is a long standing family favourite and we had been looking forward to it since leaving London. Lovely friendly atmosphere. We arrived late but received a very welcome and great service from Sarah. Look forward to returning for late lunch after Helvellyn tomorrow.

We had gammon, egg, chips and scampi, chips. The food arrived quickly, very generous portions. We both enjoyed our meals.

Regrettably a truly awful experience. Insulted by the owner in front of my entire family after having enjoyed a lovely day in the hills. Been a patron annually for over 30yrs, unlikely to return anytime soon. The only saving grace I suppose would be that if the owner continues in such a manner, he won't last until Christmas, which will be a good thing for the pub. Fellow guest served a frozen burger next to us, a truly awful place.... sadly, how times change.

Top pub for beers and drinks, had music and comedy was hilarious. Accommodated for 15 lads staff was amazing. 10 out Of 10 night

Lovely cosy pub, warm and friendly staff and great food and entertainment! A must visit if visiting the Lakes! Couldn’t recommend more highly

Stayed at white lion inn. Patterdale. I think the worst place I’ve stayed. Ramshackle. Not in good condition. Funny smell. Turned up and barman in some kind of football top said my room wasn’t ready. Was nearly 4 and supposed to be ready at 3. After a while he said it was ready. went upstairs, but bed had bottom on it so too small and I asked for another room. Said I’d asked for a bed without a bottom. Took me to another room but that wasn’t ready. Was ironing pillow cases in the hall. Brought a toilet roll in. For the meal a limited menu and very basic but ok. Went to bed. Maybe slept for an hour and woken after one by staff guys going upstairs. Stomping. Maybe a guy on a phone ‘I can’t help who i am’. Dog barking. Woman’s voice. Guy was up and down stairs. Doors banging until 3am. Seemed like a domestic. Sounds an exaggeration but I thought this is scenario where a murder is possible. Also crossed my mind he might lose the plot and come for me as well after me peeing him off about the room. I somehow got back to sleep for 2-3 hours. Brekkast was ok considering. Just kind of glad to leave the place having not been murdered.

It was a long day, 3hr trip by motorcycle and a long walk. After pitching my tent, I had about enough energy to walk to the nearest pub and I was praying for good beer and decent grub. I was not disappointed at all. In fact the giant wooden lion at the end of the bar told me I'd come to the right place! It's friendly, unpretentious and relaxed. Lovely owners we were chatting to for a bit and also very welcome to dogs. Highly recommend and will be back. Cheers from Rob and Andy.

What a great little boozer. Very accommodating especially to dogs. Great beers, warm welcome and bloody lovely food. Thanks everyone

The White Lion is a charming pub with good accommodation and food. The room was very comfortable and well appointed. Ideally situated for exploring Ullswater, Helvellyn and Patterdale as well as a great stopover on the Coast to Coast Walk, this typically English inn is...

Very poor experience at this pub whilst camping in Patterdale and would reccomend avoiding. It was chaotic and unwelcoming when we entered. We ordered and sat at a table where the beer mats and elbows stuck to the table. The beer tasted stale, as if...

Good pub grub Lovely English pub with fabulous views of the mountains Service was attentive especially as there were 16 of us Recommend the sausage and mash All good ! Just home cooked nice food

unreal food fab night banging playlist absolutely loved it staff are so lovely and welcoming had a great night

Great, friendly pub and a welcome sight when coming down off the hill. We were well looking after, will deffo be back 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Excellent food and friendly service. Looking forward to visiting again soon. Dog friendly and very welcoming

Very nice friendly well run pub, we have been going for our Para reunion for a few years, and they really look after us, looking forward to next March.

What a fantastic pub/hotel. Short stay with group of friends. Friendly and entertaining stff. Real traditional pub atmosphere, open fires, good food and ale, singer in the evening. Lots of memorabilia and interesting artefacts around the pub. The rooms were clean and tidy. Breakfast served...

A very friendly and welcoming place to relax and enjoy a nice gin and hearty food while taking in the beautiful surroundings! Even got comfy by the open fire! Like a local pub the owners couldn't be any more helpful. It gets busy and staff...

Lovely cosy pub, real ale 🍺 with real fires. Nice atmosphere, would definitely recommend for a drink.

This place was awesome just feels like a friendly local pub the guys who own this couldn't be more helpful and after having a few drinks and chatting with them I will be back in a few weeks we've cancelled our other accommodation to come...

We spent a couple of nights here, lovely welcoming pub. The interior is quaint and the fire was roaring, the staff made us very welcome and were very helpful and knowledgeable about places of interest to visit Our room was clean and tidy and served...

Great traditional family pub. Welcoming the whole family and dog. Friendly service , great food and the beer garden is a great staff. Will definitely be returning

The white lion staff were very friendly and helpful and not only did they serve us good food but with a smile, thanks guys

Great service, good beer reasonably priced for the area. Open fire , cosy and friendly. Been twice not disappointed on either visit

Annual get together,pub laid on a good spread of food for all of us. Catered for 60+ people Staff friendly and plenty of beer available.

Had a great time with friends in the bar, staff looked after us very well with food and drinks would highly recommend this place 👍

Amazing as always boys. Keep doing what your doing and ignore the haters. The best place in the lakes. Had a fantastic time

Called in for s drink and couldn't get out quick enough. Filthy place. Nothing more to say really. Half the place was blocked off with clutter and the rest hadn't been cleaned for goodness knows how long.

So bad, we walked out ( having booked for a 2 night stay), leaving our deposit for accommodation. Atrocious management. Not safe, secure or clean . Horrendously disorganised. They even felt it appropriate to respond to negative feedback from us by being publicly abusive to...

It was Good Friday and extremely busy. We had to wait a little while, about 20 minutes, to order food but that was not a problem as we sat in the snug by the wood fire on old Chesterfields enjoying our pints. Once ordered the...

I try to viit the area a few times a year amazing views loverly walks i have stayed here now 4 times and have enjoyed every experience the pub is dog friendly that helps having 2 pugs the beer garden last summer was quite enjoyable

We visited in December. The room was just right, staff friendly and food delicious! Just what we needed for a little break. We will definitely be back!

Check with pub before you travel, booked two rooms for three nights last year, booking for February 2023, tried to call day before we travelled, no reply or answer phone message. Went on Facebook and reading messages seemed pub was closed but reopening day before...

My favourite place to visit. Amazing burgers and what a fun night we had in front of a real fire.never disappoints. We will see you again soon boys

I had read comments re terrible food but decided to try anyway. Excellent! Hot, fresh fish n chips and really well done mushy peas. Service was quick.

Decent pint, simple but filling food and cosy atmosphere. Just what you need after a day on the fells. There was a large party in when we arrived but landlady was very accommodating. Would return without a doubt.

Great location and pub but the food is 💯 crap - really need to look at this and understand the lack of competition is not the excuse you need, let's move forward and get back to pre covid

Doing the Coast 2 Coast and Patterdale is fairly limited for restaurants and very busy. I tried to book a table a week before but was told they weren’t sure when they may stop serving food so couldn’t take bookings. I rang on the afternoon...

I'm sure they are lovely people but I would never eat there again. No surviettes, no sauce, cutlery not confident how clean it was. I like staff to ask if everything is okay, just out of manners but I think they were too busy to...

I have been here many times and I’m fact stayed here when walking the coast to coast. It’s a fabulous pub but it needs a good clean at least and a make over is due. The poor bar man was doing everything as there were...

I would love to comment on the food but we left before ordering. I haven’t been in a pub that dirty since I was on a stag do in Czechoslovakia. The table we sat at was sticky the menus we were given needed throwing away,...

Beautiful pub, amazing food and Matt in the bar was very friendly and helpful, thank you for a lovely meal and fab service!!

Just spent 5 days/4 nights in the Lake District staying at the White Lion Inn Patterdale [our second visit this year]. At times it was really busy with food being ordered and customers queuing for a table to come available. I put this down to...

Good pub, food and beer. Helpful, cheery staff. Used this pub for three nights (seemed to be the only one that was actually open to the public and selling food) while camping in early June and had no complaints at all.

Hadn’t been to the White Lion for a number of years, and it was still had the friendly, welcoming atmosphere I remembered. Excellent food (as always remembered) with a good choice (and generous helpings at reasonable prices) of ‘pub grub’ and attentive friendly service. Will...

Don't get me wrong this place won't win any awards for its very old dated decor, but the service was outstanding. Particularly Matt behind the bar, very welcoming and doing his best to serve everyone whilst taking food orders during a very busy period. The...

This is a great little pub with friendly welcoming staff , the third time we have been and is always a lovely atsmophere Keep up the good work ☺️

Called in for another delightful evening ( mark and ange - Mclaren!) Ashley made our evening, making us feel very welcome - it was an absolute pleasure to spend time in your company, sorry we didn’t get time to call in later in the week...

Stayed at a b&b down the road so popped in for some food, been to the pub lots of times before for beer and food, the beer is good and the food is proper home cooked, nice proper chips and a tasty steak and ale...

We visited the White Lion for a bit to eat and a few drinks after a long walk. The steak and Ale pie was the best I’ve tasted. Lovely, polite staff all round especially Matt who was very chatty and helpful with further local walks....

The owners are incredibly rude and arrogant, bar man is lovely just a shame about the the owners ruining my night

Called after having a walk. Really pleased to find it dog friendly. The food was delicious. Ham, egg and chips best tasted in a long time. Ham very tasty. Pasta of day roasted vegetables, tomato and basil with added chicken very tasty. Definitely recommend. Certainly...

Located in the lovely village of Patterdale and on the Coast-to-Coast path this is another of those places that doesn't have to try too hard so sometimes doesn't. We visited several times during our stay. On Saturday night we went along about 1830 planning to...

Good pub grub with generous portions. Service was fine. Good value. No desserts except ice cream. Stopped serving by 6.30pm when we were there. Busy at weekends.

Awful Food - Sausages and mash with frozen veg and Bisto gravy and no sign of a Yorkshire pudding as it was described on the menu. I ordered a steak and ale pie and after waiting 40 minute's was told there were no pies left...

Recently we went in to book an evening table late afternoon after hiking - told we needed to be there before 7pm. We told the guy what we wanted, turned up in plenty of time to be told by a different guy that the kitchen...

A wonderful pub to visit after a long day walking. Very dog friendly - towels, dog biscuits and water all supplied.

We were very impressed, after a long walk with the warm welcome and delicious dinner. Also the pub is nicely decorated with fine views.

Manager and Chef looked after our group of 6 tired, wet and hungry walkers fantastically. Food and drink was great quality and portion sizes hit the spot a treat

What a great place to drink and eat. I am Vegetarian several Vegan options too. All the usual meat options as well. Fabulous real ale and normal beers too. What a great night out!.BT sport on two screens. ADAM licensee is so helpful and can't...

After a wonderful day walking, we received such a warm welcome and excellent service. Adam was a fine host.

One of those rare pubs that are a real home-from-home - cosy seating, a roaring fire, beautiful views onto the hillside, good food, and so welcoming to dogs. We arrived half an hour before opening, having walked several miles in sheeting rain - and Adam...

Was welcomed on a rainy day. Was very busy,?took a long time to get a seat but was understandable. A lovely couple told us they were leaving. 😊 Soo glad they did. Sara/Zara was amazing.?our drinks and food were great.,while we were there Adam I...

I have visited the White Lion a few times over the past couple of years and I can only be positive about the experience every time I come. We often visit the pub to "refuel" after a long walk and I have always found the...

AMAZING!! White lion have looked after myself and my friends after a long E-W coast to coast walk. Great food and service. Very friendly staff and a warm welcome.

Food was great, good choice of proper pub grub. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Visited several times. Best pub in the area.

Lovely pub with great staff, attentive and friendly. Food was amazing, especially the burgers! Set in a beautiful area of the Lake District it’s a must visit for me.,I’ll definitely be visiting again

Lovely proper pub, with a great atmosphere. Ashley and Andy are cracking hosts and the staff very helpful and friendly, especially Zara and Katie. Great food and would definitely travel again from St Helens. Thank you.

Visited the first weekend of July on both Saturday and Sunday while we were staying up in Hartsop. Lovely staff, nice, clean pub and toilets, can sit outside in the beer garden across the road as well if the weather permits. We had food on the Saturday, being a vegetarian I worry about limited choice sometimes but I got the veggie quiche with chips and salad and wasn’t disappointed!

Saw this attractive and welcoming looking pub and made a beeline for the car park. Friendly staff and we were informed upfront that lunch orders would be taken in 1/2 hr. in fact, our order was taken shortly after the chef finished his! Good beer, generous helpings of good pub grub with reasonable prices. My husband raved about the quality of his ham. Spot on.

we stayed for food for 2 nights ,both had fish and chips 1 st night and 2nd night i had Gammon with chips ,egg ,pineapple and peas while my wife had the vegetarian quiche with chips and salad , all meals were well cooked and served very promptly by Steve ,Denise and Heather 10/10 Thank you

We have stayed here on a few occasions and every time we go we are greeted with friendly staff and a lively atmosphere. It is the perfect place to rest your weiry legs and fill your belly with a good hearty meal and a pint of the local Ale after a good days walking.

Me and my family always stay here when we go to the lakes, it has a perfect location for hiking due to close proximity to most popular mountains. The staff are brilliant friendly and can’t do enough for you to ensure you enjoy your stay. Food is very nice and breakfast is spot on. Can’t fault our stay and never will highly recommend to anyone looking at visiting the lakes.

Superb boozer, cracking food and genuine northern hospitality. Top staff and lovely landlord. We'll be back 👍

We found this pub on a busy Saturday night and were greeted warmly by all the staff who were very helpful. They managed to squeeze us in for just drinks as food service was just about to finish for the day. A good range of beers on draught and a very cosy atmosphere. Good pub, we would visit again in the future.

We dropped in for a pint or two. Well, it was a hot day and it pays to hydrate. Lovely clean pub. Great atmosphere. So we had some chips and another pint. Ozzie, the dog, managed to blag some dog treats (Ashley, he fooled you with his sad, doggy eyes). The next day we were in the area and couldn't resist spending some time in the beer garden. We have marked the White Lion down on our map of places to return to.

Visited this pub on Tuesday evening 25 May. Cold wet night pub was welcoming and warm. Speed of service was good. Sister and I had fish and chips, husband had curry. Good size portions, food and plates were hot, good value for the money. Pleasant staff, just one constructive criticism, would suggest the staff smarten their dress code up a notch. Covid regulations adhered to as required. Although personally we’re not particularly bothered about that anymore. Would recommend if you’re looking for a reasonably priced pub meal which is good quality.

Great little pub with a big heart and, if you're hungry - this IS the place to come.... the food flops over the edge of the plate and all is good again! Great atmosphere with a down to earth philosophy..

We spent several hours in The White Lion after a long trek from Grasmere. The staff were attentive, kind and incredibly helpful. The nachos were great! And we met Ashley - enough said! :D

I walked into the pub with a very warm welcome by all the staff, they are all very polite about the situation of covid i forgot my mask and I was giving one by the owner ash which I thankful for the food was amazing! And I will be honest for the price it was a steal ! The fish and chips was beautiful, the full experience in the pub was amazing I will definitely be returning there, thanks again

Looking forward to a homemade dinner oven chips, frozen fish, bedt part of the meal was the mushy peas Also well over priced

I came to the pub I had a steak and ale ,a very good service and the meal so tasty...and the chef was brilliant...steve....we love you ....and we back soon

Second time staying here now myself and my partner arrived early and enjoyed the warmth of the bar with a very nice fish and chips had a relaxing evening then went to our room which was cosy and clean staff were nice after a full English had a walk and said good bye to the owner will be visiting again in near future beautiful views and area

My wife and i stayed here a couple of weeks ago for two nights..Fairfield room was cosy ..Otto and Bilbo loved , our shitzu and terrible terrier!! there new home for 48hrs so did we!! on arrival Andy offered to bring our holdalls from pub car park..my wife had suffered Jaundice twice within six months so white lion was perfect break for us all, we have stayed here on three occasions now and have never had any issues with Andy or Ashley they are off the wall nice guys pair of em!! sure Ashley can spark at times but to be honest id spark too some of the perdantic snoots this guy has to tolerate..! White Lion is never going to be perfect , what pub is ..these guys are the heart and soul and spark !! dont change anything we love your pub and we love you , your dogs too!! stay safe cant wait to visit again at some point. Paul and Linds.