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Top 10 pubs and restaurants in the Lake District

The Lake District is home to some of the best bars, pubs, restaurants and inns in the UK, and whether you want a pint of real ale, a delicious pub lunch or a full blown three course dinner, you will find plenty of places to choose from. Our top 10 pubs and restaurants in the Lake District include:

1.The George and Dragon, Clifton, Penrith Cumbria, CA10 2ER.

Tel: 017688 65381. Situated on the beautiful Lowther Estate of Cumbria, the George and Dragon offers delicious regional Cumbrian dishes, and always uses fresh seasonal produce, which comes directly from the estate. Highly recommended for a real taste of the Lake District.

2.Honister Slate Mine, Honister Pass, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5XN. Tel: 017687 77634. Not only is the Honister Slate Mine one of the most popular attractions in the Lake District, but it is also home to one of the best café-bars. The Yew Tree offers a wide range of cuisine, and specialises in Cumbrian produce from local suppliers. Also a great choice of real ales.

3.Horse and Farrier Inn, Threlkeld, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4SQ. Tel: 017687 79688. The Horse and Farrier is located just 4 miles east of Keswick, and enjoys one of the best locations in the lakes. You can find plenty of walking routes starting at Threlkeld, and the old inn offers a wide range of delicious local dishes which have won many awards, plus a choice of real ales.

4.The Highwayman, Burrow, Nr Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire, LA6 2RJ. Tel: 01524 273338. The Highwayman is one of the most popular country pubs in the Lake District, and attracts plenty of tourists and locals. Located in  Burrow, this 18th Century inn is an award-winning gastro pub with authentic flagstone floors and beautiful interiors. Formerly a coaching house, the Highwayman is steeped in history, and enjoyed a complete renovation in 2007. Local cuisine features on the menu, and real ale fans are in for a  real treat.

5.The Sycamore Tree, 40/42 Bridge Street, Longtown, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 5UD. Tel: 01228 791919.  This daytime café/night time bistro, is one of the most popular places to eat and drink in Carlisle. Specialising in home-cooked Cumbrian food, the Sycamore Tree comes highly recommended, and is the perfect place to stop for refreshment after a sightseeing tour of Carlisle.

6.Watermill Inn and Brewery, Ings, near Windermere, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9PY. Tel: 01539 821309. The Watermill is a family-run inn close to Windermere, which enjoys one of the most scenic locations in the area. Home-cooked food and a range of real ales make this one of the most popular hostelries near Windermere.

7.Kirkstile Inn, Loweswater, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 ORU. Tel: 01900 85219. This beautiful inn is situated between Loweswater and Crummock Water, and serves an excellent range of local food. Try the lamb, which is something of a speciality. Surrounded by stunning countryside, the Kirkstile offers a warm welcome and a great choice of real ales.

8.The Punchbowl Inn, Crosthwaite, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8HR. Tel: 015395 68237.  The Punchbowl offers accommodation, beamed ceilings, open fires in winter and some of the best food you are likely to eat in the Lake District. Having been awarded ´Pub of the Year´ in 2009 by the Michelin Pub Guide, the Punchbowl offers a unique combination of old and new, and serves excellent food. If you are a wine lover or a connoisseur of real ales, you will find a vast choice of both at this popular hostelry.

9.The Yanwath Gate Inn, Yanwath, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2LF. Tel: 01768 862386. The Yanwath Gate was built in 1683, and is now one of the best places to stop near Penrith. The name derives from the days when this was a toll gate, and you can enjoy a pint or a meal in the beautiful gardens during the summer.The Yanwath also offers a great choice of real ales.

10.Zeffirellis, Milans Park, Compston Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9AD. Tel: 015394 33845. Zeffirellis is a combination of café, bar, restaurant, and an award-winning pizza parlour. For an eating experience with a difference, Zeffirellis also offers live jazz music and a cinema to keep guests entertained. This is informal dining in one of the most picturesque parts of the Lake District.

Wherever you decide to stay in the Lake District, you will be within easy reach of some of the best pubs, bars, restaurants and inns in the region. Whether you are looking for an informal meal or a gastronomic extravaganza, you will find plenty of choice.

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