The best restaurants in Hawkshead South Lakeland North West

Such a beautiful pub We arrived approx 1 hour early and they were happy to seat us. We came in our camper, and for just £10 we could stay the night with electric hook up (free stay without hook up). Every detail here is stunning, from the menus even down to the salt and pepper pots! The toilets are very nicely decorated and very clean which is always a bonus. Will 1000% come again and recommend to everyone we know who love coming to the Lakes!

This is such a great place to go after a hike or just a treat. We have been many times and this is the best ice-cream in the Lakes. Staying in Hawkshead we knew there was a shop near by for our ice cream needs. The ice cream shop was the only reason why we stayed in Hawkshead this time . The first time we went on this trip there was a queue but the young lad handled it very well. The ice cream is always so delicious and well worth the price( it's a great price to what you get in London) and you get a massive scoop. Always friendly staff and very clean and hygienic shop. Awesome ice cream even when it's raining

Got to the Swan Hotel and was gonna order a snack My wife looked out of the window saw the van What a result !!! Stunning fresh pizza with the best view in the world

Beautiful food and beautiful memories created for a special birthday. Simon was phenomenal from the very start. The communication to arrange this surprise private chef experience was super easy, he was so accommodating and created a beautiful menu to meet the fussiest of eaters needs. The food was delicious, the atmosphere Simon brings is relaxed and a real personal experience. We’ve already looked at booking him again for an evening at the end of this year. Thank you Simon!

Whilst trying to amuse my two young son's on a recent visit to Cumbria I took them to the vintage farm. And while that itself is great the real highlight was The Chicken Shed cafe on the site. The food is lovely with the homemade cakes being among the best I have ever tasted. The lady who runs the place is a great host and when my 9 year old cheekily asked for a beer she passed him a bottle of child friendly shandy that made his day. There's also a wide variety of homemade ice cream available which was music to the ears of my 6 year old (and me). Even if you don't fancy visiting the farm itself the food and hospitality at The Chicken Shed is worth seeking out.

We were so happy to see pizzas back at Low Wray campsite!! It is so nice to order after a day on the water. Nomads pizzas were great about adding vegan cheese and even gave me extra olives when I asked for no red onions. Our boys ordered a sweet pizza for pudding and lived that too. The staff were lovely to our boys.

Good choice of cask ales but scruffy looking owner/manager was quite rude and abrupt so probably would not go again which is a shame but such is life

A lovely way to spend an afternoon. We knew a bit about Beatrix Potter (BP) before our visit and thought Hill Top was worth a visit, while staying in the area. So glad we did! We pre-booked our allotted visit time - late afternoon was nice and quiet. Included parking was close by and easy. We had a nice visit around the house and gardens. It was to see BP's home just as she left it. She definitely was ahead of her time, when it comes to conservation of the Lakes District. A lovely gift shop and cafe on site. Even if you don't know heaps about BP, this is worth a visit! Allow at least one hour.

My wife and I stayed at the Cuckoo Brow Inn from Saturday to Monday last weekend. In the past , we have spent nights in hotels all over Europe, the Americas and Asia, and some of these stays were at 4 and 5 star accommodation. But the Cuckoo Brow really did shine out amonst many others. This accommodation is truly a real treasure. Primarily, the rooms are immaculately clean, well stocked with everything you could ever need in a bnb, cosy, warm, and of course an extremely comfortable bed. As mentioned previously, the bathroom was perfectly clean, and there was more than ample hot water for a lovely bubbly soak after a long walk. But all this is not what makes The Cuckoo Brow stand out from its competition... this is the staff. The hotel appears to be run and owned by a family, who are wonderfully friendly and helpful without being intrusive. We simply can not remember a hotel or airbnb that stands out more than the Cuckoo brow. We headed out on Saturday morning for a peruse around Grasmere, followed by a walk we had planned close by. On arrival to Grasmere village car park, I came to pay for the parking fee and noticed I had either forgotten or lost a considerable amount of cash I had in my pocket. Even before I could start a detailed search for my cash, my phone rang, and on answering, it was the receptionist from the Cuckoo brow to inform me that their daughter had found the cash on the floor of the car park and they would look after it until our return later in the day. Honesty of this level is, as we all know, unfortunately rare these days. I was very very impressed. Finally I would like to mention the food.... our breakfast was included and was a lovely varied menu with something for everyone 😋 and the Cumberland breakfast was just the best I have had for a long time. We also ate in the restaurant on Saturday evening and the food again was both delicious and at a lofty standard above the most others. In summary, if you are looking for accommodation or even just a drink and a great meal in the Lake District, then this is the place, I can't recommend it or praise it enough. We will most definitely be staying here again. Thank you to all the staff again. 10 out of 10. 😆

Outgate Inn is a gem of a find! Amazing customer service and food was homemade and super tasty. Have a great back area which is lovely in the summer too. Definitely one we will be visiting again such a freindly family feel to this pub. A lovley country pub and restaurant, where all are made to feel very welcome. Great value for money too.

We called here after a decent walk, we were staying in Hawkshead, about a mile down the road. We loved this pub. The minute we walked in we were made to feel very welcome. The food was delicious and decently priced. They have a wide selection of beers. IPA’s and other drinks. The staff can’t do enough for you, and was busy every day we were there with locals and visitors to the area. We made it our local for the time we were there and can’t wait to return. Already looking for somewhere to stay.

We found the Terrace by chance on a cycle trip around Coniston lake. We had lunch consisting of baps filled with Rarebit and vegetarian sausage. The quality of food and coffee are excellent and the waiting staff were exceptional. Stunning view from the outdoor seating area.

Lady behind counter didn't acknowledge us was too busy on her phone. The shop is has stock but not many items available, seems very old fashioned. Wouldn't go there again.

Opciones de comida fantástica tanto desde el menú principal y las ofertas especiales. El personal era muy atento y nada era demasiado problema. Estancia 2 noches en noviembre de 2016 y ya hemos reservado la cena aquí dos noches.

We visited last weekend to entertain wedding guests. The management here are amazing, they go the extra meter to ensure everything is in place as the happy couple planned. Great working with them - just love good organisation. The function room holds about 80 guests. It has a low ceiling, and the atmosphere is good. Loading is good with a trolley. Parking is very good and well managed.