The Lake District
The clue's in the name – the craft-beer revolution comes to Windermere, with a vast selection of brews: Czech pilsners, weissbiers, smoked lagers, even…
Must-see nightlife in The Lake District
The Lake District
On Elterwater's village green, this classic whitewashed inn has been serving ale for five centuries: the current line-up includes brews from Coniston…
The Lake District
Famously used as a headquarters by Donald Campbell during his fateful campaign, this trad boozer is a good place for a pint, with a fell-view beer garden…
The Lake District
Eagle-eyed Potter fans might recognise this village pub, as it famously featured in The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck. Covered in climbing roses and with a…
The Lake District
Coniston's main meeting spot, the old Black Bull offers a warren of rooms and a popular outside terrace. The pub grub's good (mains £8 to £18), but it's…
The Lake District
This renowned craft brewery has its own beer hall in Staveley, 3 miles east of Windermere. Core beers include Hawkshead Bitter, dark Brodie's Prime and…
The Lake District
This brewpub produces its own award-winning beers such as Cockermouth Pride, Lakeland Honey Beer and Cuddy Lugs. You can watch the vats at work through a…
The Lake District
Right in the heart of town, this old whitewashed inn is the best pub in Ambleside, with hearty pub mains, good ales and a busy outside terrace. It's a…
The Lake District
For something a little more upscale than Ambleside's trad pubs, head down to this slinky wine bar for a glass of wine and a spot of local music. There are…
Keswick
A spit-and-sawdust pub that claims to be the oldest drinking den in town. It's owned by Jenning's Brewery, so you can sup on a pint of Cumberland or Sneck…
Keswick
Benches, beams, hearths, rugs: the old Dog is the picture of a Lakeland pub. Look out for Thirst Rescue ale, which donates part of its proceeds to the…
Keswick
A cosy corner wine bar that also serves good lunches and evening tapas (£4 to £10).
The Lake District
With its sputtering fires and inglenook bar, this 16th-century coaching inn on the A591 makes a fine place for a pint and a simple pie supper.
The Lake District
Pleasant cafe with views of the river and church – perfect for tea and scones or a slice of post-hike cake.
The Lake District
Bowness' oldest boozer, dating back to 1612 and offering lashings of rough-beamed, low-ceilinged atmosphere.
The Lake District
Traditional pub with plenty of local ales on tap, mostly from the owners' Robinson's Brewery.
