The Red Lion Inn — Ambleside

Bars · Ambleside

The Red Lion Inn

4.4 (626 reviews)
££ 📍 Main St, Hawkshead, Ambleside LA22 0NS

About The Red Lion Inn

This 15th-century coaching inn in the heart of Ambleside keeps things easygoing, with casual pub grub and simple rooms if you're making a weekend of it. There's outdoor seating for sunny days, which is handy when the kids need a bit of room, and a free cooked breakfast to set you up for a day out. With a 4.4 rating across more than 600 reviews, it's a reliable spot for a relaxed family meal.

Kid-friendly features

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Kids menu ✓ Likely
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Highchairs ✓ Likely
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Outdoor space ✓ Yes
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Buggy friendly ✓ Yes
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Noise level Moderate
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Booking Walk-ins welcome
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Best for All ages

Tags

#outdoor seating
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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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