An award-winning, family-friendly, dog-loving hub in the beautiful Hope Park; Café Hope is a must-visit during your time in Keswick. They were crowned the ‘Best Café in Cumbria 2024’ and the ‘Most Dog-Friendly Café in the UK 2024, 2025, and 2026’.
All of their food is homemade using local ingredients, and super tasty! There is plenty of seating both inside and outside, so depending on the weather, you can either enjoy your meal inside the cosy café, or outside in the sun-trap patio!
They also have an ice cream kiosk, ideal for a quick pitstop on a hot day for yourself and your four-legged friends (yes, they do serve dog ice cream!).
One of the most exciting attractions of Café Hope is the chance to have afternoon tea in their VIPods, which can be decorated for special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, or even proposals…
Enjoy a beautifully curated selection of delicate finger sandwiches, homemade scones fresh from the oven, and an irresistible selection of handcrafted sweet treats with unlimited, freshly-brewed, premium tea and coffee, served by your own personal waiter, ensuring a truly VIP experience from start to finish.
Café Hope is perfect for families, whether your family includes little ones, or four-legged friends. A children’s menu, high chairs, and plenty of space make dining with little ones easy, while the café is literally the most dog-friendly cafe in the UK! As well as a children’s menu, there’s a menu for dogs, fresh water bowls, and dog biscuits and snacks available for every good boy and girl!
AT A GLANCE
Booking: Booking is not necessary for the café, but the VIPods can be booked via the Cafe Hope website.
Dogs: Didn’t you hear? Café Hope is the most dog-friendly café in the UK.
Allergens: Plenty of gluten-free and vegan/vegetarian options available.
Seating: Indoor and outdoor seating available.
