Punchbowl Inn

About Punchbowl Inn

A proper 18th-century Lakeland inn with a cosy, relaxed feel inside, and the kitchen here has stepped up considerably — families now talk about it as a step above pub grub. The leek and cheese soufflé gets particular praise, the Sunday roast is worth walking up an appetite for, and portions are generous, with root vegetables people actually remember. Kids get their own menu at around £7.95, which softens the sting of adult mains nearer £21–23 — it is pricier than a standard pub, so go knowing that. High chairs, buggy access and free parking take the stress out of arriving, and there's outdoor seating for warmer days. Staff are genuinely accommodating: they've kept the kitchen open for late arrivals and handled large group pre-orders calmly. It's popular, so book ahead, especially for Sunday lunch.

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