The best restaurants in Askham Eden North West

What a great experience we had this morning paddle boarding on Ulswater. The instructor was nothing short of superb and got us all up and enjoying the water really quickly. The equipment at this centre was also really high quality and we felt totally safe with the buoyancy aids provided. Our group was diverse - me a rotund 50 something to my 18 year old daughter and while the duration we stayed stood up may have varied we all managed it and enjoyed crossing the lake. In summary - this is a superb activity, great value for money and I highly recommend the experience to anyone else.

This was honestly one of the best meals we have ever had! We have eaten at several Michelin star restaurants over the years including 3 star ones and 1863 restaurant is equally as good if not better! We could not fault any of the dishes we ate and they were both beautifully presented and delicious! The waitresses were so attentive and friendly and made the whole experience perfect. We were celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary and we will remember this meal for a long time…..thank you so much!

An odd experience. The rooms and common areas are very thread-bare, dated, and sparsely furnished. The restaurant was probably one of the best meals I’ve ever had (53 years). The grounds are quite nice.

I was extremely shocked when I asked for a pot of hot water with my tea to be told I would have to pay £1 for extra hot water (I don’t have milk as drink my tea black). I have been to lots of cafes and never been charged for extra hot water .. in fact in the majority of cafes you are given a pot without asking. The waitress was so apologetic and admitted she was embarrassed having to tell customers. I feel it is totally unnecessary and next time I visit Pooley Bridge I’ll take my custom elsewhere.

Went for food only - the lady working front of house was super friendly, helpful, and efficient without making us feel rushed. Pizzas were incredible, lovely atmosphere, and good beer! Would definitely recommend 🙏

Very busy on the Saturday, place was packed with families yet still excellent service .

Me and my fiancé decided last minute to find a nice little room to stay over and as soon as we pulled up we realised we visited here for a meal the same time last year ! We were so happy because our previous visit was very good and the staff was lovely to us , so we knew we were in for a nice stay, the staff are all so lovely and welcoming , we was showed into our room which was nice and clean ! The new bathrooms where lovely too, I would definitely recommend staying here to anyone who is in the area! The breakfast was lovely too! 😊

My friend finished his meal turned to me and said "if I died tonight, I would die happy" and I felt that praise needed sharing. It's a lovely restaurant.

Overall disappointing - brusk staff, rushed service, barking dogs everywhere and the cheek to charge 15% on the bill - Will not be back

Had an evening meal with friends and we had a lovely meal-where they catered for veggies, gf as well as meat eaters! Friendly staff and a lovely atmosphere.

Fabulous meal,parked motorhome in carpark and stayed night,good dog walks nearby, friendly staff,wood burner in bar

Always a go to for our family whether it’s sit in or a takeaway. All fantastic homemade pub food! From the beef stew and chilli con carne to the chips, coleslaw and raspberry pavlova pudding! Not forgetting the proper whippy ice cream!!

This place is an absolute shambles, the boiler did not work leaving us without hot water and heating for the weekend, the place was filthy on arrival, all the crockery and pots and pans where dirty, When we told owner that the TV didn't work, he told us to buy one. I would not recommend this place until the owner has brought it up to standard. The advertised hot tub overlooks the neighbours house and gardens, and looks as if it was shoved in the only place it would fit.

Totally cashless not good at all most people who work for themselves take cash and we like to spend it .not pay to put it in the bank.. was not impressed after waking 15 miles hoping to have my dinner made that I would have to walk into the village and be served properly by decent establishment ... keep cash going.. disgraceful..................

Beautiful building. Amazing location & the food was so good. We had the Steak pie & fish and chips, which was really nice quality. 100% recommend x