Ullswater Way Walk
Leave the car keys on the bedside table and pop on your walking boots to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Ullswater Way.
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Your Home in The Lakes
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Charming bedrooms
Our Country Inn in The lakes
Welcome to The Crown Inn, Pooley Bridge
Proudly placed in the heart of Pooley Bridge, at the northern tip of Ullswater, The Crown Inn is a charming inn that brings together heart-warming hospitality, home-cooked food made from scratch by our chefs, and modern boutique bedrooms. Take a moment to fall in love with the Lake District; the stunning landscape, characterful farming communities and array of wildlife. Enjoy a weekend away, a locally sourced lunch or simply a pint of our award-winning ales.
Dogs are always welcome at The Crown.
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Food & Drink
We pride ourselves in creating hearty dishes using the best locally sourced ingredients.
Bedrooms
Charming bedrooms individual in character with all the touches you need to relax.
Book a table
It's always good to book
Don’t leave it to chance, with a seasonally changing menu and some delicious specials on offer each day make sure you book a table whether popping in with friends or staying for the weekend. Table bookings are for the restaurant only, all other tables first come first serve. All areas dog friendly.
Dietary Requirements:
With everything cooked fresh, our chefs will do all they can to make sure there’s plenty you can eat. But please give us the heads up when you’re booking so we can feed you properly.
Tables over 8 people require a deposit of £10pp, please call in advance.
Discover Pooley Bridge
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Stay in the Lake District
Village life in The Lakes
Nestled at the top of Ullswater, Pooley Bridge is a stunning location whatever the season. Life feels slower here in the quieter months, the sunrise wakes the the morning chrous and warms up the mountain peaks. With Aira Force and Hellvellyn a short drive away, this landscape that has inspired for centuries continues in majestic fashion. An all year round haven for walkers, come and see what all the fuss is about.
Things to do
A landscape to explore, welcome to the Lake District.
Aira Force
Aira Force is a 65 foot waterfall and is a jewel in Ullswater’s crown. Owned by the National Trust, nature trails go through ancient woodland as you walk up to the impressive waterfall.
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Dunmallard Walk
One of the Miles Without Stiles routes, this walk takes you along the River Eamont.
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Climb Helvellyn
Being England’s third highest mountain, Helvellyn offers breath taking views of the Lake District from the summit, making the challenging route up even more worth it.
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Ullswater Steamers
Pooley Bridge Pier is a 10 minute walk from your front door. From there, catch an Ullswater Steamer and enjoy a scenic cruise along the lake.
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That festive feeling
Christmas in the Lake District
Gather your nearest and dearest and enjoy the magical festive season in the heart of beautiful Pooley Bridge.
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