| converted from a row of 18th-century cottages, this low-key country pub and inn is 5 miles from lowther castle's imposing ruins and 6 miles from penrith castle, once occupied by richard iii. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. the cosy pub serves international cuisine. the 9 simple rooms with en suite bathrooms and traditional furnishings include flat-screen tvs, plus tea and coffeemaking facilities. there's also a beer garden with picnic tables, and a kid's play fort featuring a slide. full english breakfast and outdoor parking are complimentary
Newcastle International Airport 1 hr 38
Waterfoot Road End (11 min) Dalemain Mansion U0026 Historic Gardens (17 min.)
this 14th-century country house features large gardens and hosts an annual marmalade festival. Hallin Fell (15 min.)
grassy lakeland fell reaching 1 273 feet edged by lake ullswater & topped by a column of rocks. Whinfell Forest (16 min.)
this small ancient forest features a large holiday village & a red squirrel reserve. Brothers Water (44 min.)
diminutive & picturesque lake surrounded by walking trails with a nearby campground & pub. Helvellyn (38 min)
this 950m-high mountain features hiking climbing & scrambling routes plus a cross-shaped shelter. Lowther Castle U0026 Gardens (16 min)
imposing castle ruins its gardens cafe and shop home to the earls of lonsdale in medieval times. Aira Force Waterfall (30 min.)
set in the scenic lake district this popular stunning waterfall offers nature trails & viewpoints. Kirkstone Pass (51 min.)
this scenic driving route in an alpine setting features a historic inn close to the summit. Thirlmere (37 min.)
a 3-mile-long reservoir with a 104-foot-tall dam & fell backdrop. Brougham Castle (13 min.)
13th-century riverside castle with passages and spiral staircases to explore plus valley views. Haweswater Reservoir (31 min)
remote & tranquil reservoir surrounded by walking paths with informational signs. Penrith Castle (14 min.)
ruins of a massive castle once occupied by richard iii set on a grassy meadow ideal for picnics. Waterfoot Road End (11 min) Blencathra (32 min)
this 868-m. hill features numerous scrambling routes to the summit & sweeping views. Castlerigg Stone Circle (34 min.)
free entry to english heritage stone circle thought to be 5000 years old offering panoramic vistas. Mains Farm (6 min) | 
