Allium at Askham Hall
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"Historic house with estate-grown produce on the menu."
Overview
Close to Penrith, Allium at Askham Hall is situated in the glorious Lake District National Park. Surrounded by 40 acres of gardens along the River Lowther, the light and airy restaurant overlooks the magnificent gardens. Tables are not clothed, which adds an informality, but crisp linen napkins are used. Six-course tasting menus are on offer here, so maybe start with roasted scallop, mussel sauce, garden apple and dill, with the option of adding Imperial Caviar if you’re going all in.
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Ratings & awards
4 Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence
AA Notable Wine List
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Memorable dining - Allium serves a daily changing set of ultra seasonal dishes, fresh from the estate.
Wine list of distinction - A special cellar which goes back decades and is worth the journey for aficionados.
Historical Estate - The Lowther Estate offers a deal of historical interest and opportunity to explore.
14th Century Manor - The house itself is a splendid example and has been carefully maintained.
Wellbeing - Explore the gardens, café and treatments at The Health Barn.
Features
- Facilities
- Seats: 30
- Private dining available
- On-site parking available
- Food and Drink
- Wines under £30: 7
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Guest Accommodation
Askham Hall
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4-Rosette restaurant
Breakfast Award
- Accessible rooms
- Civil weddings
- Dogs welcome
- Electric vehicle charging
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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