The Mardale Inn

Post Office, Bampton, Penrith, CA10 2RQ, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>235</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
235 reviews

Characterful accommodation in a traditional village pub. Plenty to like about this recently renovated small hotel run as a community enterprise. Enjoyed the meals set in the intimate bar/dining room shared with the rural residents as their "local". A good alternative to the traditional towns for a visit to the Lakes.

Richard Australia
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The Mardale Inn

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The Mardale Inn offers accommodations in Penrith, 4 miles from Askham Hall and 25 miles from Derwentwater. This guest house provides free private parking, full-day security, and free Wifi. All rooms come with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The guest house offers certain units with mountain views, and the units come with a kettle. At the guest house, all units come with a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. Guests can eat at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner and lunch. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Penrith, like cycling and hiking. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. World of Beatrix Potter is 27 miles from The Mardale Inn, while Brougham Castle is 8.7 miles away. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 67 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
or
1 king bed
and
2 sofa beds
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Richard
    Australia Australia
    “Characterful accommodation in a traditional village pub. Plenty to like about this recently renovated small hotel run as a community enterprise. Enjoyed the meals set in the intimate bar/dining room shared with the rural residents as their...”
  • Miranda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Breakfast was decent, but had to pre order the night before.”
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The Mardale Inn was a lovely place to stay. A very nicely decorated and appointed room with all the facilities you might need. We ate in the pub (thanks for squeezing us in) which was good. Lovely staff and a good breakfast”

Managed by Bampton Valley Community Pub (The Mardale Inn)

Company review score: 9.7Based on 231 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

The Mardale Inn was reopened in July 2022 as a community pub - and has gradually been restoring its services as investment permits. Rooms in The Mardale Inn reopened in May 2023. Annex bedrooms were formerly part of Bampton Village Shop and were added at the same time. These rooms will be fully refurbished in November 2023. Evening meals are today available in the pub 7 days a week (last sittings on a Sunday are at 7PM). Breakfast is included in all room rates.

Property info

'The Mardale Inn at St Patrick's Well' in Bampton, Cumbria, is owned and operated by Bampton Valley Community Pub, a Community Benefit Society comprising over 500 Shareholder Members who all came together in 2022 to 'Save a Pub for the Valley'. Our inn is located within the north-eastern boundary of the Lake District National Park which enables easy access to the M6 (10 mins from Shap Junction) and the West Coast Main Line (Penrith Railway Station is 20 mins away by taxi). There are many things to do in the area. The Mardale Inn was recently added to the 51st Edition of the Campaign for Real Ale's (CAMRA's) 'Good Beer Guide 2024' as testimony to the quality of real ales being looked after in the pub.

Neighborhood info

Bampton Valley is located in a quiet valley on the north eastern edge of the Lake District National Park. It is especially convenient for the M6 and the West Coast Main Line railway. For those who walk, Wainwright's Far Eastern fells are on our immediate doorstep as are some notable Outlying Fells like Knipe Scar. You can explore the original Mardale Valley (now submerged under Haweswater Reservoir), or visit Wild Haweswater or Wild Intrigue for some amazing wildlife adventures at RSPB Naddle. Lowther Castle & Gardens is one of the undiscovered gems of the Lake District at the northern end of our Valley. 'Withnail & I' fans can visit the original locations from the film in Bampton Valley. Within 20 minutes drive you may find yourself enjoying spectacular Ullswater, the Yorkshire Dales or the Eden Valley.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Mardale Inn
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Mardale Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Private check-in/out
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Convenience store on site
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 1:00 AM and 7:00 AM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 3 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo American Express Cash Debit card The Mardale Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about The Mardale Inn

  • The Mardale Inn is 6.8 miles from the center of Penrith. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Mardale Inn has 1 restaurant:

    • The Mardale Inn

  • Room options at The Mardale Inn include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Twin/Double

  • The prices at The Mardale Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, The Mardale Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Mardale Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Horseback riding

  • Check-in at The Mardale Inn is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.