Great atmosphere, warm and cozy. Bar staff really friendly and welcoming. I had beef madras, excellent value for money, plenty on the plate and very tasty. The wife had a vegetarian curry which was on the special board, she really enjoyed it. Been to this pub many many times over the years, has never let us down. Will be back for sure.
61garyb61
I called into this inn/pub for some lunch, all I can say the food was excellent and a fantastic price the staff are so friendly and the pub was so clean . I would highly recommend this pub for lunch evening meal or just a drink ,
Stuart J C
Came up to Windermere for the day (70 miles). We ate at the Hole in the wall. Two soups, lovely. One ploughman’s lunch (poor). Obviously using the Christmas cheese up! Certainly not what we were expecting, probably got better as the Christmas cheese ran out!!!!!
P3882PRlouisc
Firstly what a cracking tap selection, for the first time in a long time I wasn't just making do. I was spoiled for choice! Went for the Westerns in the end, but would of been equally happy with the mulled cider, Neck Oil or Old Rosie. I got the sandwich and soup, again it didn't disappoint. Portions are made for hearty Northern Folk and filled me right up. The wife had a tuna sandwich, again solid portions. Atmosphere was brilliant with a roaring fire in the corner and plenty of taxidermy friends adoring the walls. Which I appreciated the wife not so much but it is all in keeping with being the oldest pub in town.
Minnymacc
What an excellent pub, a perfect find, away from the obvious choices in the high street. We had the ploughman’s and it was honestly, the most loaded, amazing ploughmans we have had. Lots of different cheeses, pickles, grapes and accompaniment of relishes. The beer was great, atmosphere was great and the ladies behind the bar were lovely. Will definitely return, would love another ploughman’s.
Iggy350
Came here for dinner with friends and had a lovely evening. The ploughmans was fantastic with something like 5 different cheeses and there were several pickles and chutneys too. My wife said the chilli nachos were lovely too. The service was excellent and plenty of good beer on tap.
John Kenny
Absolutely superb pub for lunch and a couple of pints. Try the Pork Pie with the best pork scratchings I have ever had, and a delicious pint of Robinsons Dark.
elaine Jones
Lovely pub with gorgeous open fire. Just what was needed to warm up after a very rainy day! Staff friendly, beers good. Also nice selection of spirits and mixers. We didn't eat this time but we have before and it was great.
andrewwH6622KD
Stopped by for lunch and opted for the ploughman’s platter to share - what a dish! Enough for two and probably three all washed down with well kept beer. A real gem off the beaten track. See you soon.
Joanne Holt
We just love it her. It's warm and cosy with a great atmosphere. The staff are attentive and very helpful. We haven't eaten here yet, but looking at what a man was eating yesterday it will be on our place to eat list on our next visit.
Lovely little pub, great atmosphere and the staff were very friendly. The steak and ale pie was absolutely amazing, would definitely recommend.
Suzanne N
We looked up the pub whilst in Bowness and werent disappointed. Fish finger sandwich containing a record number of 7 fish fingers! Roaring fire, stuffed animals and friendly bar staff. Great place to visit.
Trace73
Roaring fire, friendly atmosphere with excellent well priced pub food. A great little find at the end of an exhausting days hiking.
Bck K
Brilliant place away from the busy streets, friendly service and a filling meal. Feels like stepping into a time machine and being taken back in time. Overall a great place and would 100% recommend.
wbcc557 wbcc557
I love proper old style pubs. This place is fabulous. Visited a couple of times.Very helpful friendly staff.Robinsons beers are not my favourite, but they are well kept.We didn't eat on our visits.
Great atmosphere, warm and cozy. Bar staff really friendly and welcoming. I had beef madras, excellent value for money, plenty on the plate and very tasty. The wife had a vegetarian curry which was on the special board, she really enjoyed it. Been to this pub many many times over the years, has never let us down. Will be back for sure.
I called into this inn/pub for some lunch, all I can say the food was excellent and a fantastic price the staff are so friendly and the pub was so clean . I would highly recommend this pub for lunch evening meal or just a drink ,
Came up to Windermere for the day (70 miles). We ate at the Hole in the wall. Two soups, lovely. One ploughman’s lunch (poor). Obviously using the Christmas cheese up! Certainly not what we were expecting, probably got better as the Christmas cheese ran out!!!!!
Firstly what a cracking tap selection, for the first time in a long time I wasn't just making do. I was spoiled for choice! Went for the Westerns in the end, but would of been equally happy with the mulled cider, Neck Oil or Old Rosie. I got the sandwich and soup, again it didn't disappoint. Portions are made for hearty Northern Folk and filled me right up. The wife had a tuna sandwich, again solid portions. Atmosphere was brilliant with a roaring fire in the corner and plenty of taxidermy friends adoring the walls. Which I appreciated the wife not so much but it is all in keeping with being the oldest pub in town.
What an excellent pub, a perfect find, away from the obvious choices in the high street. We had the ploughman’s and it was honestly, the most loaded, amazing ploughmans we have had. Lots of different cheeses, pickles, grapes and accompaniment of relishes. The beer was great, atmosphere was great and the ladies behind the bar were lovely. Will definitely return, would love another ploughman’s.
Came here for dinner with friends and had a lovely evening. The ploughmans was fantastic with something like 5 different cheeses and there were several pickles and chutneys too. My wife said the chilli nachos were lovely too. The service was excellent and plenty of good beer on tap.
Absolutely superb pub for lunch and a couple of pints. Try the Pork Pie with the best pork scratchings I have ever had, and a delicious pint of Robinsons Dark.
Lovely pub with gorgeous open fire. Just what was needed to warm up after a very rainy day! Staff friendly, beers good. Also nice selection of spirits and mixers. We didn't eat this time but we have before and it was great.
Stopped by for lunch and opted for the ploughman’s platter to share - what a dish! Enough for two and probably three all washed down with well kept beer. A real gem off the beaten track. See you soon.
We just love it her. It's warm and cosy with a great atmosphere. The staff are attentive and very helpful. We haven't eaten here yet, but looking at what a man was eating yesterday it will be on our place to eat list on our next visit.
Restaurantji Recommends
Lovely little pub, great atmosphere and the staff were very friendly. The steak and ale pie was absolutely amazing, would definitely recommend.
We looked up the pub whilst in Bowness and werent disappointed. Fish finger sandwich containing a record number of 7 fish fingers! Roaring fire, stuffed animals and friendly bar staff. Great place to visit.
Roaring fire, friendly atmosphere with excellent well priced pub food. A great little find at the end of an exhausting days hiking.
Brilliant place away from the busy streets, friendly service and a filling meal. Feels like stepping into a time machine and being taken back in time. Overall a great place and would 100% recommend.
I love proper old style pubs. This place is fabulous. Visited a couple of times.Very helpful friendly staff.Robinsons beers are not my favourite, but they are well kept.We didn't eat on our visits.