Browsing places to eat

Town End, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SH

Wordsworth's most famous home where he lived from 1799 to 1808. This hub of art, literature and creativity has a programme of exhibitions and events from craft workshops, poetry readings and free children’s activities.

Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AD

Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and memorabilia. The 250-acre estate comprises 8 unique gardens, ancient woodland, high moors and meadows.

Mawbray Hayrigg, Silloth, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 4LL

This has something for everyone. The Farm Park has lots of friendly farm animals in 16 paddocks, large Playbarn with huge indoor play area and more; a Cumbrian Craftbarn and Tearoom.

Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RE

A 17thC country house set in 400 acres with lake foreshore. Wood-panelled lounge , log fire fine dining, spa leisure and family and pet friendly. Ideal for exploring, celebrating or relaxing.

Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2ER

The George and Dragon is a beautiful country estate pub and restaurant, which serves fresh, seasonal produce from the Lowther Estate of Cumbria.

Speciality: Serves fresh, seasonal produce from the Lowther Estate in Cumbria.

Lake Road, Waterhead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0ER

Stylish and sophisticated the Waterhead combines professional support and service with contemporary design.

Walby, Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle, CA6 4QL

Cumbria's multi-award winning all-weather attraction on our family farm, meet our friendly animals, try out our exciting indoor and outdoor play areas and explore our nature trail. Our Curly Tails Cafe is open from 10.00 until 17.00.

Castle Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TP

Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery is an excellent choice for a great day out for all of the family.

Low Sizergh Farm, Sizergh, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8AE

National award-winning farm shop, tea room and craft gallery in a fabulous barn on a woking family dairy farm in the South Lakes.

Friends Meeting House, Stramongate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4BH

Explore 350 years of social history beautifully illustrated within 77 inspiring, colourful, modern embroidered panels. Shop, Cafe, audio guides, film, interactive displays, children's activities.

Burrow, Nr Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire, LA6 2RJ

This 18thC coaching inn, situated in the picturesque village of Burrow was fully renovated in 2007 and has become an award-winning destination food pub. A wonderfully relaxing environment, craggy stone floors and warm solid wood furniture.

Myers Farm, Silverdale, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 0SW

Nature reserve with special wildlife, nature trails with birdwatching hides, RSPB shop, visitor centre and tea room. A great day out.

Croft Foot, Gosforth, Cumbria, CA20 1AH

Cafe and pizzeria serving rustic Italian food, coffee, lunches and afternoon tea. Wood fired pizza oven. Children's play area. Friendly atmosphere. Outdoor seating area.

Speciality: Rustic Italian

Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SW

Heritage steam engines haul open-top and cosy covered carriages from the Lake District coastal village of Ravenglass to the foot of England's highest mountains.

Askham, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2PF

Askham Hall has 12-acres of beautiful gardens (with an edible theme), an animal viewing area and a stylish rustic café.

Unthank, Nr. Hutton-in-the -Forest, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 9TG

Beautifully converted 17thC farm buildings. Changing exhibitions, vegetarian restaurant, gift shop and puppet theatre.

Main Street, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9RX

Wordsworth House and Garden was the childhood home of William Wordsworth and his sister Dorothy.

Garsdale Road, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LW

Set in the inspirational Howgills, over 4 floors you'll find heritage displays and original working looms, resident artists whose work is for sale, regularly changing exhibitions, displays and sales of arts and crafts.