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8.8|Great
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From$147 /nightOnly on Our Website-10%
Check-in
28Oct
Check-out
29Oct
Guests
2 Guests
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Property Overview

The Brown Horse Inn, Winster,, Winster (Cumbria), LA23 3NR
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Close to Lake Windermere
Great
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Historic Georgian coaching inn in Winster Valley with an award-winning gastro-pub restaurant

Dining & Bar

The Brown Horse Inn's restaurant serves an award-winning menu built around locally sourced seasonal ingredients. Sunday lunch options include roast beef with Yorkshire pudding and crispy roast potatoes, all homemade. The bar offers a selection of ales and wines, with live music events scheduled throughout the year.

Accommodation Options

Nine individually designed en-suite bedrooms include king rooms with garden views and private patio seating. The property also offers eight woodland pods behind the pub, each equipped with Netflix, Disney+, and NowTV. Family rooms accommodate up to four guests, and all rooms provide an en-suite bathroom with rainfall shower.

Family & Pet-Friendly Policies

Family rooms with capacity for four guests are available, and a children's play area is located at the back of the pub. Pet-friendly rooms include a welcome pack with biscuits, a toy, poop bags, bowls, and a small towel. Dogs are allowed in the bar area and in designated outdoor seating on the terrace.

Location & Outdoor Activities

The inn sits in the Winster Valley, a 10-minute drive from Bowness-on-Windermere and 5 km from the World of Beatrix Potter. Scenic hiking trails in the Lake District start from the hotel, and Lake Windermere is within walking distance for boating activities. Kendal Castle is 15 km away, and Leeds Bradford International Airport is 112 km from the property.

Services & Amenities

Free private parking is available on-site, with street parking and accessible spaces. Daily housekeeping, concierge service, and private check-in/check-out are provided. The hotel offers packed lunches, special diet menus, and a designated smoking area with outdoor furniture on the terrace.

Highlights

Award-winning dining: Locally sourced seasonal menu with Sunday roast

Accommodation: Nine en-suite rooms plus eight woodland pods with streaming services

Pet-friendly: Dog welcome pack and bar access

Family: Family rooms for four and children's play area

Location: 5 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 10 min from Lake Windermere

Parking: Free private parking on-site

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the charming St. John's Church for its stunning architecture.
  • Try the famous Grasmere Gingerbread at Sarah Nelson's shop nearby.
  • Take a scenic walk to Loughrigg Fell for breathtaking views.
  • Explore the quaint Winster Farmers' Market for local delights.
  • Discover the history at the Lakeland Motor Museum, just a drive away.

Choose your room category

The Brown Horse Inn offers double, family, and suite rooms throughout the Lake District, all including breakfast, free cancellation, and seasonal deals
  • King Room Garden View
    2 persons
    1 m²
    1 King-size bed
    Heating
    Shower
  • Double or Twin Room Garden View
    2 persons
    1 m²
    1 King-size bed
    Heating
    Shower
  • Family Room
    2 persons
    1 m²
    1 King-size bed
    Bathtub
    Heating
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Amenities

The Brown Horse Inn provides amenities designed for a relaxing stay and memorable moments
Facilities: Great
8.7/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Where to Find The Brown Horse Inn

The Brown Horse Inn, Winster,, Winster (Cumbria), LA23 3NR
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Nearby
Holy Trinity Church
570 m
Restaurants
The Brown Horse Restaurant
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The Brown Horse Inn Nr Windermere
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Local transport options
  • City Centre
    Winster (Cumbria) 2 min  ·  100 m
  • Airports
    Carlisle Lake District (CAX) 131 min  ·  86.8 km
    Blackpool International (BLK) 143 min  ·  95.3 km
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    Bus stop 8 min  ·  5.1 km
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-22:30
Check-out
from 08:00-10:00
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 16.0 per person.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
9

Guest Reviews & Ratings

Read what past guests have said about their stay at The Brown Horse Inn
Cleanliness
9.1/10
Comfort
9.0/10
Facilities
8.7/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.6/10
Location
9.0/10
Staff
9.4/10
Value for money
8.6/10
Pros
High-quality food
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Comfortable ambiance
Cons
Service delays
Limited toiletries
Parking challenges
Guest reviews
based on 298 reviews
8.8/10
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