Dramatically situated at the foot of England’s highest mountain, adjacent to England’s smallest…
Wasdale Head Inn
“Dramatic scenery surrounding this relaxed and comfortable inn” - AA Inspector
WASDALE HEAD, CUMBRIA
Our Inspector's view
Wasdale Head is known as the birthplace of British climbing for good reason. The setting of this popular inn is breathtaking, surrounded by the fells with the brooding Wast Water close by. Inside, the decor is enhanced with objets d'art and photos of climbers and mountains. Bedrooms and public areas are comfortable, and the service is relaxed and informal. Real ales and good food are served in the rustic bar while a separate restaurant is available for residents. There are outdoor tables and a sheltered area by the beck which has a separate food and drink service in summer.
Facilities – at a glance
Accessible rooms
Civil weddings
Dogs welcome
Family rooms
Outdoor parking
Features
- Rooms 20
- Family bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms ground: 5
- Children welcome
- High chairs
- Laundry facilities
- Children's portions or menu
- Free TV
- Direct Dial
- Wifi
- Open parking
- Accessible bedrooms: 4
- Open all year
- Holds a civil ceremony licence
- Afternoon Tea
- Dinner Served
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About the area
Discover Cumbria
Cumbria's rugged yet beautiful landscape is best known for the Lake District National Park that sits within its boundaries. It’s famous for Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, and Derwent Water, ‘Queen of the English Lakes'. This beautiful countryside once inspired William Wordsworth and his home, Dove Cottage, in Grasmere is a popular museum. Another place of literary pilgrimage is Hill Top, home of Beatrix Potter, located near Windermere. Tom Kitten, Samuel Whiskers and Jemima Puddleduck were all created here.
Much of Cumbria is often overlooked in favour of the Lake Distirct. In the south, the Lune Valley remains as lovely as it was when Turner painted it. The coast is also a secret gem. With its wide cobbled streets, spacious green and views of the Solway Firth, Silloth is a fine Victorian seaside resort. Other towns along this coastline include Whitehaven, Workington and Maryport. Carlisle is well worth a look – once a Roman camp, its red-brick cathedral dates back to the early 12th century and its 11th-century castle was built by William Rufus.
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