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Pooley bridge inn, Penrith, Cumbria

Pooley bridge inn

4.4 (905)
£25 and under
British
Finkle St,, Penrith, Cumbria CA10 2NN

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today

About this restaurant

  • Dog-friendly
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for groups
This wonderful inn is located in the centre of the pretty little village of Pooley Bridge, only moments from the edge of Ullswater Lake. Our spacious, traditional bar features open fires, free WIFI and a relaxing ambiance, which welcomes both dogs and children. On warmer days, enjoy our pleasant outside tables both in our beautiful front garden, and the peace of the Stable Courtyard away from the village bustle. Call us or pop in and say hello!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Dinner Daily 12:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Kevin Searl
  • Neighborhood
    Penrith
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Beer Garden, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

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What 905 people are saying

Pooley bridge inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Cumbria

    Best Ambiance

  • Cumbria

    Kid-friendly

  • Cumbria

    Good for groups

  • Cumbria

    Healthy

  • Cumbria

    Neighborhood gem

  • Cumbria

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Cumbria

    Lively

  • Cumbria

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pooley Bridge Inn offers "excellent service" with a warm and friendly atmosphere. Guests praise the "delicious" food, including standout dishes like steak pie and Sunday roast. The inn is known for being "very dog friendly" and features a "lovely outdoor seating" area. Although service can be inconsistent, the "friendly staff" and "beautiful setting" make it a popular choice for visitors.
905 Reviews
  1. David

    Cumbria1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable evening in a lively pub. Live music as well. Staff very approachable and friendly. Food unashamedly pub type grub but tasty and good helpings.

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  2. Sue

    Lancashire1 review

    4.0

    Dined on July 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service warm friendly staff reasonable value for money

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  3. Stella

    Cumbria1 review

    4.0

    Dined on July 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Meals are always good as usual. Booked outside table did give us one with heater but forgot to tell us you didn't get table service as you do inside until asked 8pm by this time. Did get offered a table inside. Service is perfect once inside. I do think you should expect the same service inside or out but at least let you know you have to go inside to order. All good in the end.

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  4. Deborah

    Cumbria1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was hot and order came quick. Jess waitress was outstanding and very pleasant. Nice atmosphere in pub.

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  5. Jennifer

    Durham/County Durham1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Had to order at bar as outside dining. Food was delivered timely to us outside however food portions very small on the Cajun chicken and fries the other food ham and egg / fish and chips / chicken burger average. Chips served on ham and egg and fish and chip dishes were under cooked hard and uneatable. Table was eventually cleared with another 4 tables at same time. At no point were we asked if the food was ok and took the full plate of food without even asking why the plate was full. Very disappointed and food is quite expensive £16-£20 and was not worth it

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  6. Les

    Dublin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Sunday roast one of the best I have had I a while.

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  7. Sara

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have eaten here a handful of times when we visit Pooley Bridge and it does not disappoint. The food is delicious and served beautifully. All the staff are really polite and friendly and always ready to help.

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  8. Alasdair

    Sunshine Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very busy and well run hotel. Rooms were very comfortable and complete with excellent bathroom facilities. Beds comfortable and cosy : tea and coffee making facilities very good with some nice coffee and tea choices. Dinner was great - I had the roast beef being Sunday, and breakfast very good. Great experience and would recommend to anyone,.

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  9. tina

    Yorkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I would definitely recommend this pub The steak pie was delicious and the staff excellent

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  10. Maxine

    Staffordshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really nice meal but we’ve visited many times and never been disappointed. The sharing starter of salt and pepper fries is to die for. Both of our meals were well cooked and not too hastily delivered so we didn’t feel rushed. Really good atmosphere in the pub with extremely friendly staff. There’s nothing that would stop me coming back again or recommending to a friend. Overall it’s a definitely yes from me oh and the dogs who were also well catered for.

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Pooley bridge inn is rated 4.4 stars by 905 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
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Finkle St,, Penrith, Cumbria CA10 2NN

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Penrith
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Dinner Daily 12:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Kevin Searl
  • Additional
    Beer Garden, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access
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