Cartmel and Our Surroundings
L’Enclume
Our three Michelin-starred flagship restaurant in Cartmel. Creating and serving a seasonal tasting menu intertwined with nature, using locally sourced produce primarily grown at our nearby farm, Our Farm.
Cartmel Cheese Shop
Cartmel Cheeses is a small artisan cheese shop, offering handmade small-batch British cheeses which can be found on our cheese boards at all of our restaurants in The Lakes. They also serve fresh bread, chutneys and pickles to accompany your cheese selection.
Unsworth's Yard Brewery
Unsworth's Yard Brewery can be found in a landscaped courtyard within the centre of Cartmel, next to Cartmel Cheeses. David Unsworth and the team brew a range of beers including our very own pale ale, known as Anvil. Find their beers at our restaurants, in local pubs and at their popular tap bar and drink shop.
Cartmel Village Vintage
Walk into Cartmel Village Vintage and step back in time with the wide selection of vintage fashion pieces, furniture, and homewares. Conveniently located across from the historical Cartmel Priory, open 7 days from 10 am.
Yew Tree Barn in Newton
At Yew Tree Barn, owned by restoration expert Clive Wilson, you'll find a selection of antiques and gifts, as well as the award-winning Harry’s cafe, making it a must-visit destination.
Cartmel Village shop
In this small shop on the edge of the village square, the beloved Cartmel Sticky Toffee Pudding was born nearly 20 years ago. The team here pioneered this special recipe, alongside those for a range of comforting desserts and have now become a leading supplier across the whole country. The shop also includes deli items, fresh produce and store cupboard essentials.
Perfect English
An independent shop run by a mother and daughter duo, offering a carefully selected collection of luxury goods for you and your home. The selection of gifts, jewellery and trinkets are perfect for treating yourself or a loved one.
Low Sizergh Barn Farm Shop
This farm shop is full of produce from raw milk from their own cows to award-winning cheese. You can also wander on the farm trail, and watch the milking from the cafe at 3.30pm.
Lovingly Artisan Bakery
Lovingly Artisan Bakery, located at Plumgarths near Kendal, creates hand-crafted, slowly fermented sourdough and baked goods using organic flours. Served as part of our breakfast at Rogan & Co, the recipes have been developed and honed by award-winning local baker Aidan Monks.
Cavendish Arms
Visit this family-owned 500-year-old village inn for a quintessential country pub experience. With a riverside courtyard and cosy interiors with roaring fires, it’s a great location for any weather.
Royal Oak
The Royal Oak is a 17th Century pub in Cartmel square, serving local craft ales from their own brewery, Fell Brewery. They have rooms to stay and a spacious riverside garden.
Cartmel Coffee
Located at the heart of The Square, Cartmel Coffee offers a cosy and welcoming destination for coffee, homemade cakes and snacks, all baked and served by the owners, Zarina and Julie.
Cartmel Priory
Cartmel Priory is steeped in history, dating back over 800 years. Having gone through periods of ruin and transformation, its architecture and rich heritage make it an fascinating visit in the heart of Cartmel.
Cartmel Lakeland Segway
Providing segway tours around the beautiful Holker Estate starting from the Cartmel Racecourse car park.
Lakes Distillery
The Lakes Distillery can be found in a renovated old Victorian farmstead on the shore of Bassenthwaite Lake. Producing award-winning whiskey and gin using Lake District water, the state of the art distillery is definitely worth a visit.
Outside Cartmel
Henrock
Our sister restaurant, Henrock, overlooks beautiful Windermere and offers a seasonally changing set menu, inspired by flavours and techniques discovered on our team’s travels around the world.
Source at Gilpin Hotel
Ollie Bridgwater and the team at SOURCE at the Gilpin Hotel, craft elegant dishes using unique, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients.
Hare & Hounds Inn at Bowland Bridge
The Hare & Hounds Inn at Bowland Bridge, is a charming country pub in the heart of the Cartmel Fell. Enjoy cask ales and excellent food in this 17th-century tavern's beer garden with scenic valley views.
The Black Bull
The Black Bull is a historic former 17th century coaching inn which has been lovingly restored into an award-winning restaurant with rooms. In the restaurant chef patron Nina Matsunaga's dishes use only the very best seasonal produce available, following a true nose to tail ethos.
The Black Swan
Owned and run by Louise Dinnes, and her team for the past 16 years, The Black Swan is a beautiful Victorian Inn, nestled in the heart of Ravenstonedale, Cumbria. Enjoy the bar, award-winning food, characterful accommodation & true Northern hospitality.
Holker Hall & Gardens Café
Holker Hall & Gardens, is a stunning country house estate situated amidst rolling fells and beautiful countryside. Enjoy the Courtyard Café's indoor or outdoor seating, offering seasonal dishes and delightful homemade bakes.
Heft
Run by Kevin and Nicola Tickle, the 17th-century Inn offers five guest rooms, a bar with quality beers and wines, and seasonal small plates, using locally sourced produce.
Old Stamp House
The Old Stamp House occupies a site once the office of William Wordsworth, when he held the position of Distributor of Stamps for Westmorland. In the restaurant chef patron Ryan Blackburn creates dishes inspired by the fells, lakes, woods and coast of Cumbria, with Herdwick something of a speciality.
Forest Side
Located in a gothic mansion, The Forest Side is a hotel and Michelin-starred restaurant surrounded by beautiful scenery. Led by head chef Paul Leonard, who crafts dishes using the region's best seasonal produce.
Cottage in the Wood
Perched 1000 ft up in the only true Mountain Forest in England, The Cottage in the Wood is a unique Michelin-starred restaurant with rooms, owned by Sam Miller, with an established reputation for creative food and friendly service.
Lakes Aquarium
Lakes Aquarium is situated in the picturesque area of Lakeside on the shores of Windermere. It’s home to a wide array of creatures from local freshwater and marine fish to reptiles and amphibians.
Lakeside and Haverthwaite Steam Train
A traditional steam train, taking passengers on a unique journey to the tip of Windermere. Established in 1973, The Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway has remained a family-run business ever since.
The World of Beatrix Potter
The World of Beatrix Potter is a family attraction in Windermere which brings to life the Lake District author’s famous tales.
Windermere cruises
Enjoy unrivalled views of the fells and surrounding scenery on a cruise on England's largest lake.
Lakeland Motor Museum
Here thousands of classic cars, motorcycles, bicycles and automobiles are housed in a beautiful riverside location just a few miles from Cartmel.
Grasmere Ginger Bread
The much-loved Grasmere Gingerbread® was invented 1854 by local cook Sarah Nelson. Now famous worldwide, this unique spicy-sweet treat is a mix of biscuit and cake. Today, the two cafes, one in Grasmere and the other in Hawkshead, are run by third-generation owners Joanne and Andrew Hunter.
Grizedale Forest Go Ape
Grizedale Forest Go Ape offers five exciting treetop experiences for all ages, including zip wires and segway tours.
Biketreks
Biketreks offer a range of bikes to hire in the picturesque Grizedale forest. From electric to manual, there are options for all abilities.
Leighton Moss RSPB
Leighton Moss is the largest reed bed in north-west England and is home to a wide range of wildlife including otters, bearded tits, marsh harriers, egrets and red deer.
Levens Hall and Gardens
Located at the gateway to the Lake District National Park, Levens Hall is an Elizabethan house with a beautifully landscaped garden. It is home to the world's oldest topiary gardens.
The Swan Hotel & Spa
The Swan Hotel & Spa is renowned for its stunning location on the picturesque River Leven at the tip of Windermere. With luxurious spa facilities, it’s the perfect place to relax after an active day out in The Lakes.
Allium at Askham Hall
Allium is a Michelin-starred restaurant within Askham Hall, a family-owned estate since 1724, where you can dine and stay. The kitchen is helmed by head chef Richard Swale and maitre de maison Nico Chieze.