windermere
"hospitality at its best"

windermere Latest Reviews

Reviewed : 03 May 2026

Absolutely delicious.

Great menu choice, vegetarian, and vegan options, I had the mushroom and halloumi burger it was a tasty sensation, my husband had the steak n ale pie he said it was packed with steak. Staff are friendly and very helpful. I love that we had time between courses I hate being rushed. Plenty of drinks to chose from and they even do cocktails to. You can sit out at the front and loose yourself in the breathtaking scenery but on rainy days there is also a lovely outside botanical covered area.

Reviewed : 29 Apr 2026

Excellent all round.

Visited today for Sunday Lunch. It was our 4th visit here and worth the 1 hour drive as the food is in a different league to similar establishments near me. I would go as far as to say the quality of the food rivals the Barn at Moor Hall which has a Michelin Star. The Bill was £150 for 3 courses for 3 people including drinks which for the standard is very acceptable. Service was very good and the majority of the staff are very young so well done to them and very well done to the kitchen.

Reviewed : 16 Apr 2026

Great food and lovely place!

Just saw this pub from the car after a very long day of caving and walking, having three starving children in the back I stopped immediately and we went in to have a fish and chips and maybe a bag of crisps for myself as I was 100% sure there will be no vegan food at all. For my biggest surprise we found a great little place, a very nice menu with a whole section of vegetarian and vegan dishes and all was amazing! The staff was super kind,

Reviewed : 14 Apr 2026

Just the tonic

Good homely tasty food, substantial portions. If you have a hearty appetite choose the large options. My partner had liver, bacon and onions served with veg and choice of chips or mash. I opted for lasagne with salad and either chips or garlic bread. Spotlessly clean tables and toilets immaculate. Staff warm and friendly - beer excellent. Definitely another visit on the cards.

Reviewed : 28 Mar 2026

Fabulous overnight stay.

Beautiful location, easy & fast check in. Friendly and helpful staff. We used the spa facilities and enjoyed an evening meal and full English breakfast the next morning. Definitely going to return and enjoy the beautiful countryside around Skipton and The Dales.

Reviewed : 19 Mar 2026

Wow! Fabulous.

Went today for lunch ...lovely modern decor', very lovely staff..so very friendly and super manager/owner. The young lady who served us is a credit to this business. We had Cheese and Onion pie (which is the best i've ever tasted)with chunky Chips with skins on..oh they were so soft and fluffy... my partner has Fish and Chips which he said was gorgeous. We will definatly be returning and taking friends with us. Thank you guys

Reviewed : 17 Mar 2026

Family birthday

The staff were very helpful on arrival by holding the door open as some of our party had mobility issues. Very welcoming. Busy pub but staff very efficient without rushing guests to choose food or drink. Excellent food. Good sized portions. Had salmon and prawn cocktail. Duck chorizo salad and goats cheese parcel. Mains were beef and mushrooms pot pie and thai salmon salad. Very tasty.

Reviewed : 05 Mar 2026

Fantastic stopover.

We arrived late due to traffic, well after the restaurant was closed. However Anthony and his team made us very welcome and even prepared us a lovely sandwich plater. The family room we had booked was prepared lovely and very comfortable to sleep in. This overnight stay was then finished off with a fantastic breakfast. Thank you Anthony and your great team

Reviewed : 03 Mar 2026

A real treat!

Stayed in one of the cottages and was lovely. View over part of the bridge and river - very cosy and warm. Comfy beds and quality linen. We only stayed the one night and ate in the restaurant but the kitchen would have had everything we needed had we been self catering. Food was excellent. All the staff we encountered were friendly and helpful. This is a famous, old and historic inn that we have visited nearly all our lives but have never stayed or eaten here - but we will be back

Reviewed : 02 Mar 2026

Way better than expected!

Very friendly and polite staff, there was a wait for food but they kept me updated, and were apologetic even though it wasn't required. Besides that they were chatty in the right way, even though it was busy. The food was absolutely superb. I got the 8oz Steak Burger and I honestly cannot remember the last time I had a better burger (and I work in Leeds where there are plenty of very good places to eat). Will be making a point to come back here again the next time I'm back for the weekend.

Reviewed : 28 Feb 2026

Birthday meal, first class!

Although we don't stay at the hotel we eat and drink here every time we holiday in this area. Our meal tonight was first class, as a vegan I chose the plant burger and my family had fish and chips and the evening special sea bass. The staff as ever were very friendly and attentive. Love it here and couldn't recommend it highly enough!