The Britannia Inn

Nestled in the picturesque village of Elterwater, amidst the imposing Langdale Valley Fells, this traditional Lakeland inn provides 9 comfortable guestrooms at the heart of the Lake District.

Surrounded by wonderful walking and cycle routes, The Britannia Inn is just 10 minutes away from Wordsworth's Grasmere and 3 miles from Ambleside and Lake Windermere, with Hawkshead and Coniston just a short distance further.

Dating back over 400 years, The Britannia Inn still retains many original features, including oak beams, slate floors and open fires. Today it boasts a wonderful pub serving real ales and home-cooked food, alongside a welcoming lounge area and sheltered patio.

Rooms: 9

Availability

Hotel Facilities

General

Restaurant – Bar – Garden – Non-Smoking Rooms – Heating – Luggage Storage – All Public and Private spaces non-smoking – Designated Smoking Area

Activities

Fishing – Hiking – Cycling – Bowling – Diving – Horse Riding

Services

Packed Lunches

Internet

No internet access available.

Guest Parking

Free public parking is possible on site.

Hotel information

During your stay you can take advantage of a free pass (one per person per stay) for the leisure facilities of the world-renowned Langdale Estate Country Club, adjacent to the Britannia. Here you can find a health and beauty salon, exercise studio, 20-metre luxury pool, sanarium, spa and squash courts.

Food & beverage

A varied menu is served each evening, comprising of popular favourites and more unique dishes. All are prepared using the freshest, locally sourced produce, wherever possible.

In the evening, advance booking is recommended. 10% is added to bills in the dining room to acknowledge the full table service.

For a more informal setting, meals and refreshments are also available in the bar areas and on the patio throughout the day. The same menu is offered throughout the Inn.

The 2 bars provide the perfect venue for a relaxing drink from the selection of ales and wines. Most weeks of the year on Sunday evenings a quiz is provided for a little light entertainment for all.

Resident beers include Coniston Brewery's Bluebird, Jenning’s Bitter, and the inn’s own 'Britannia Special' which Coniston Brewery produces exclusively. In addition, there are 3 pumps for 'guest ales', which change after every barrel.

Travel information

By Car:
From Ambleside:
- Take the A593 (Coniston) for 3 miles.
- Turn right at Skelwith Bridge onto the B5342.
- After 2 miles turn left into Elterwater and you will find The Britannia Inn in the centre of the village, on the green.

Nearest train station is Windermere, via Oxenholme.

Nearest airports are Manchester, Liverpool and Newcastle.

A bus is available from Ambleside, number 516.

Taxis can be obtained locally.

Important information

Please note that there is a 2-night minimum stay on weekends.

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