The Plough Inn
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"Affectionately held in the locals’ hearts"
Overview
Below Farleton Knott, a hill from which locals once warned of Scottish unrest, stands this apparently simple roadside pub. Any notion of simplicity, however, is quickly dispelled on entering this stylish 1760s inn. Oak beams, leather sofas, colourful rugs and antique furniture impart a farmhouse feel. Brathay slate tops the bar, where Lakeland brewers such as Tirril and Bowness Bay augment Kirkby Lonsdale’s own Monumental ale; a huge choice of gins and many wines are served by the glass. Polished oak floors lead into the restaurant, where open fires and wood-burning stoves do a sterling job when needed. Beautifully presented food is served from every day, with quality and local provenance the keynotes. A delicious seafood platter may kick things off, followed by slow cooked lamb henry, classic fish and chips, or homemade shortcrust pastry steak & ale pie. A wide variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes are available, with many options across the menu available gluten free.
Ratings & awards
AA Pick of the Pubs
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About the area
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', but other lesser-known areas in the south, such as the Lune Valley and the coastal towns, are secret gems of wide cobbled streets and rolling hills.
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