Barua Street Food

Like a culinary werewolf, when the clock strikes five, Lake Road Brunch transforms into Keswick’s very own tapas-style Indian restaurant: Barua Street Food. Barua Street Food, known affectionately to locals as ‘Barua’ focuses on sharing-style Indian dishes, from snacks and sides to whole meals. So, whether it’s spending time with family or friends, or the …

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Rheged

Rheged is a gallery, café, cinema, shopping venue, workplace and creative space on the edge of the Northern Lakes. A place where friends and family can share a meal, watch a film, see an exhibition, buy a gift or enjoy some good coffee. It’s a place where stories are told, ideas are sparked and the …

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The Royal Oak

Local, fresh, and full of flavour, the Royal Oak is right at the top of Keswick town centre. After a day spent browsing the Thursday and Saturday markets, round off the day with a trip to the Royal Oak for lunch or dinner (or ‘tea’, for our Northerners!). Indulge in a steak: 8oz fillets, or …

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The Cottage in the Wood

Perched 1,000ft up in the Whinlatter Forest above Braithwaite, The Cottage in the Wood is a unique Michelin-star Restaurant lead by Beth and Jack Bond, combining Beth’s passion for sustainability, having managed the acclaimed Apricity Restaurant in Mayfair, and Jack’s experience working in some of the best hotels and restaurants in the world, including Restaurant …

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The Sandbox Cafe

Keswick’s most playful coffee spot! Enjoy artisan coffee, homemade cakes, and the chance to operate realistic radio-controlled diggers, dumpers, and loaders in the giant indoor sandpit. Inspired by both parenthood and international concepts, The Sandbox Café is Keswick’s first ever café where you can sip locally roasted coffee while operating 1/14 scale die-cast construction vehicles. They look, feel, and …

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The Coledale Inn

A haven for walkers, the Coledale Inn is the best place to enjoy lunch, pub classics, or a good pint! The Coledale serves light bites, main meals, and desserts daily, with an additional Sunday Lunch menu every… Sunday, obviously… Highlights include the buffalo cauliflower florets and the raspberry Eton mess! With a menu as long …

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Royal Oak Braithwaite

Ran by Jenny and Steve, the Royal Oak is a cosy little restaurant at the foot of the Coledale Horseshoe, right in the heart of Braithwaite village. The restaurant serves lunch, dinner, and dessert, with a separate children’s and Sunday lunch menu– with unlimited Yorkshire puddings and gravy! For beer lovers, The Royal Oak boasts …

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The Lingholm Kitchen and Walled Garden

Whether you are after a hearty breakfast to set you up for your daily adventure, a tasty lunch or just a snack to recharge you, the Lingholm Kitchen provides something for every occasion.

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Lake District Wine

Established in 2022, Lake District Wine is an independent wine shop, bar and tasting room based in the Lake District town of Keswick, serving a selection of wines by the glass (and the occasional beer and spirit too) alongside a small menu of tasty nibbles. Jenni has had an affinity for wine since observing her …

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Jans Lakeland Sandwich Shop

Jan’s Sandwich Shop first opened its doors to the public on 12th February 1993, celebrating 30 years in 2023, and since then has baked, prepared and sold around 1.5 million sandwiches and over half a million cakes! A favourite with locals for a breakfast butty or a lunch time stop, there’s almost always a queue …

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