Chesters By The River — Ambleside

Café · Ambleside

Chesters By The River

4.4 (2,414 reviews)
££ 📍 Ambleside LA22 9NJ

About Chesters By The River

A café and bakery in Ambleside that takes the guesswork out of eating out with children — there's a kids' menu, high chairs waiting, and step-free access so you can push a buggy straight in. Free parking means you're not circling with a tired toddler in the back. It's a lively room, so a bit of noise from your table won't stand out, and there's outdoor seating when everyone needs air. Vegan and gluten-free options cover most of the family.

Kid-friendly features

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Kids menu ✓ Likely
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Highchairs ✓ Yes
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Outdoor space ✓ Yes
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Buggy friendly ✓ Yes
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Vegan options ✓ Yes
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Gluten free ✓ Likely
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Noise level Lively
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Booking Walk-ins welcome
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Best for All ages

Tags

#cafe#highchairs#outdoor seating#vegetarian restaurant
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Three Family Friendly UK Restaurant Activity Packs spread across a table — colouring, drawing and origami pages for kids.

The Free Restaurant Activity Packs Your Table Will Love

A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.

  • Colouring
  • Origami
  • Drawing lessons
  • Table questions

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