jennings adventure ale trails
Combining stunning scenery, cosy accommodation, good food and real ale the Jennings Adventure Ales trails are one of the best ways to explore the Lake District, Cumbria.
With 6 routes of 2, 3 and 4 days starting from towns and villages throughout Cumbria there is something for all abilities and appetites and the new online route accommodation booking system makes it easy to find the best pubs with Jennings beers on tap.
Why not book a weekend exploring what is considered by many to be the most beautiful place in Cumbria? The 2 day Borrowdale Adventure Ale Trail is a circular route starting from the heart of the Borrowdale Valley and exploring the dramatic landscapes between Derwentwater and Thirlmere. The Borrowdale Hotel or Lodore Falls (Borrowdale), and the Kings Head (Thirlspot) are perfect places to rest weary legs for the night and sample some of the best local produce, and fine real ale from Jennings.
Got an extra day to spare? The 3 day Rydal Adventure Ale Trail explores the central lakes and the extra night means more time to sample the real ale. Starting from the Queens Hotel in Ambleside and exploring the much loved scenery of the heart of the Lake District with stops at the Langdale Hotel (Great Langdale) and the Travellers Rest (Grasmere) to refuel it's the perfect long weekend!
Eric Robson talks about the Jennings Adventure Ale Trails
Jennings Explore More
FREE walking guides for Cockermouth, Elterwater and Wasdale containing lovely day walks to help you Explore More of the Lake District and Cumbria with great scenery, good food and real ale along the way.
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Jennings
Jennings Brewery was originally established as a true family concern back in 1828, in the village of Lorton. The company moved to its current location in 1874, in the historic market town of Cockermouth. The brewery is located in the shadow of Cockermouth Castle, at the point where the rivers Cocker and Derwent merge.
Pure Lakeland water is still used for brewing, drawn from the brewery's own well and only the finest natural ingredients are added - English pale ale malt, Goldings hops from Kent and Fuggles hops from Herefordshire.
About our Award Winning Beers:
Cumberland Ale - Bronze award winner at the International Beer Challenge Awards in 2010. 2009 saw this beer win a Silver Medal at the International Beer Award. Jennings flagship beer; Cumberland Ale is synonymous with the Lake District. A carefully balanced hop character combined with residual flavours from the malt, gives this beer its refreshing taste and unique characteristics.
Jennings Bitter - another award winner taking the title of Champion Beer of the North West for 2009. Slightly darker than one would expect, for a bitter with fullness of flavour. It is well balanced and satisfying with character which belies its 3.5%ABV.
Sneck Lifter - this beer won a bronze award at the International Beer Challenge awards in 2010 and piped Cumberland Ale at the post taking Gold Medal in the 2009 International Beer Award - Easy to drink but beware at 5.1%ABV.
Cocker Hoop - A refreshingly light golden ale, full of flavour with a fresh citrus finish. A great drink for those hot summer days.
Find out how our real ales are still brewed with care and attention, by taking our friendly guided tour of the brewery. Your tour will be completed in the best possible way, sampling some of Jennings' superb Lakeland ales in the atmospheric bar, The Old Cooperage.
Take a taste of Jennings home with you. Browse in the Brewery Shop, choosing from our exclusive range of Jennings ales, port, leisurewear and gifts.
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Visit the Jennings website where you can shop online. Whether you want to buy beer for yourself or a gift for a friend, there is something for everyone. Order your beer today and it will be delivered direct to your door. Also go online to book your place on the Jennings brewery tour.
Jennings Adventure Ale Trails
Borrowdale Adventure Ale Trail
This 2 day trail starts from the heart of the Borrowdale Valley and explores the dramatic landscapes between Derwentwater and Thirlmere. The Borrowdale Hotel or Lodore Falls (Borrowdale), and the Kings Head (Thirlspot) are perfect places to rest weary legs for the night and sample some of the best local produce, and fine real ale from Jennings.
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Grasmere Adventure Ale Trail
This 2 day trail is perfect for a weekend exploring the central lakes. Starting at the Wordsworth Hotel (Grasmere) with an overnight stop at the Langdale Hotel (Great Langdale) you will experience the famous landscapes of the central lakes and the dramatic fells of the Langdale Valley. A perfect weekend of fresh air, stunning scenery and Jennings ale!
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Rydal Adventure Ale Trail
This 3 day trail explores the central lakes and takes in some of the most stunning scenery in the county! With night stops at the Queens Hotel (Ambleside), the Langdale Hotel (Great Langdale) and the Wordsworth Hotel (Grasmere) there are lots of opportunities to sample the real ale too!
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Threlkeld Adventure Ale Trail
This 3 day trail explores the northern lakes starting from the Horse and Farrier in the small village of Threlkeld and heading into the dramatic scenery of the Borrowdale Valley and Derwentwater. Rest stops at Derwent Lodge (Portinscale) and the Lodore Falls (Borrowdale) means there are some classic landscapes and brilliant real ale to be discovered on this trail.
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Helvellyn Adventure Ale Trail
This 4 day trail starts from the Inn on the Lake on the shore of Ullswater, the second largest lake in the Lake District. This is a stunning start to a walk that takes in some of the best scenery in Cumbria with overnights at the Travellers Rest (Grasmere), the Scafell Hotel (Borrowdale) and the Kings Head (Thirlspot).
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Ambleside Adventure Ale Trail
This 4 day trail takes in the classic scenery of the central lakes with views of Lake Windermere, Grasmere, and Ullswater. Starting at the Queens Hotel in Ambleside you'll have lots of opportunities to sample the famous Jennings ales with night stops at the Langdale Hotel (Great Langdale), the Travellers Rest (Grasmere) and Inn on the Lake (Glenridding).
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