THESE are the best bars in the Lake District according to TripAdvisor.
1. Hawkshead Brewery
Staveley Mill Yard Back Lane, Kendal
Successful craft brewers of bold, innovative, award winning, eclectic beers.
Rated 4.5 out of 5 over 658 reviews
One review said: “Good food and great location. What a lovely place for a good beer and pub lunch. The staff are great and the location brilliant with some outstanding views.”
2. Golden Rule
Smithy Brow, Ambleside
A traditional pub in the heart of The Lake District with a popular reputation, and a varied mix of residents from near and far.
Rated 4.5 out of 5 over 475 reviews
One review said: “One of the best. We love this place, always friendly and welcoming - we make sure we visit every year. Friendly staff, loads of happy people and dogs and great beer!”
3. The Britannia Inn
Elterwater, Ambleside
Rated 4.5 out of 5 over 186 reviews
One review said: “Lovely traditional pub with great food and comfy bed. Would definitely recommend staying here, ideally positioned for walks and a short drive from Ambleside.”
4. The Albert Bar
Queens Square, Bowness-on-Windermere
Rated 4.5 out of 5 over 195 reviews
One review said: “Amazing! We visited The Albert on a weekend away in the Lakes. Everything about our visit was positive. Beautiful place, best Sunday roast EVER, lovely staff. We had such a lovely afternoon there and cannot thank them enough. Can’t wait to go back.”
5. Hole in t' Wall – also known as New Hall Inn
Lowside, Bowness-on-Windermere
Rated 4.5 out of 5 over 174 reviews
One review said: “Best pub in Bowness. A lovely traditional pub with all original features. Visited a few times in the past its always a great place to visit with great staff and friendly locals.”
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