Skelwith Bridge Hotel,
Near Ambleside,
Cumbria,
LA22 9NJ

Tell: 015394 34254

“There is nothing which has been contrived by man by which so much happiness is produced as by a good tavern or inn” thus wrote Dr Johnson. Although the Skelwith Bridge has been carefully and sympathetically developed and extended, there still remains the charm and atmosphere of the 17th century hostelry with it's mellowed oak beamed ceilings and many period features.

The hotel now operates a no smoking policy throughout.

Accommodation

Our 28 bedrooms are all individually designed to suit every occasion. You can choose from well appointed double, twin or single rooms to four poster rooms with corner jacuzzi baths. Most of of our rooms have views of the fells, open countryside and the river Brathay.

Restaurant

The restaurant overlooking the gardens and river Brathay beyond, enjoys a daily changing four course menu complimented by a selection of wines from around the world.

Sample of our Daily Changing Menu Winter 2006

Potted Shrimps
warm Morecambe Bay potted shrimps served on a petite salad

Cumberland Pear
whole poached pear served with stilton cream cheese and drizzled with Cumberland sauce

Crispy Duck Leg
set on Chinese stir fried vegetables and noodles with a Hoi Sin sauce

Avocado Salad
a tower of avocado, mozzarella and tomato with a balsamic dressing

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Cream of Mushroom and Thyme Soup
Refreshing Lemon Sorbet

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Stuffed Fillet of Plaice
stuffed with crab meat with a sweet pepper coulis

Roast Rack of Lamb
Lyth Valley lamb set on sautéed spring greens with bacon and shallots
in a red wine, rosemary and garlic infused jus

Medallions of Venison
pan fried medallions of venison set on a sweet potato and cumin crush
with a spiced plum glaze

Fillet of Beef
griddled Lakeland fillet set on a field mushroom
with a trio of peppercorn and brandy sauce

Aubergine Gateau
baked aubergine, beef tomato, red onion and goats cheese
served with a pesto cream sauce

Baton Carrots, Kenya Beans, Parmentier Potatoes

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Selection of Homemade Sweets from the Trolley

Banana and Date Pudding with Custard Sauce

British Cheese Platter

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Coffee and Mints
served in the lounge

Talbot Bar

Rebirth of The Talbot

In 1691 The Talbot was recreated on the original site, whch dates back to 1600, when Talbot Hounds were used to guard the Borders between Scotland and Cumberland.

History tells of local people giving weary travellers home grown food and ale
they brewed themselves.
Today we still offer local food, excellent ale and a warm welcome to our guests

Tariff

Standard Tariff

All prices are per person per night

28th October 2007 - 20th March 2008
(excluding 23rd December - 1st January inclusive)

Location

Enjoying a great location in the heart of the Lake District National Park, making the hotel an ideal base to explore and enjoy the wealth of activities available, including walking, sailing and cycling. Visit the historic homes of Wordsworth, Ruskin, Beatrix Potter or just simply relax.

Enjoy the magnificent views around Loughrigg Tarn just a short ten minute walk from the hotel, where the latest blockbuster film “Miss Potter” was filmed.

Contact Details -

Skelwith Bridge Hotel,
Near Ambleside,
Cumbria,
LA22 9NJ
- +44 [0] 15394 32115

- +44 [0] 15394 34254

- info@skelwithbridgehotel.co.uk