Pub Camper & MotorHome Stopover Site:
📍 Address
Swinside Inn, Keswick
Newlands Valley
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5UE
🌐 Website Address
https://www.theswinsideinn.com
📞 Phone Number
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💷 Cost
Reported as Free
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🏷️ Location Type
Camper Motorhome Stopover Site + Pub/Restaurant
Swinside Inn, Keswick – Motorhome Stopover Information
🍺 About the Pub
The Swinside Inn is a traditional 17th-century country pub located in the scenic Newlands Valley near Keswick in the Lake District. It offers a warm and cosy atmosphere with comfy accommodation, great food, and stunning panoramic views, making it an ideal Motorhome Pub Stopover and Motorhome Stopover destination. The pub is especially popular with walkers and outdoor enthusiasts due to its proximity to famous fells like Catbells and Causey Pike.
🕰️ Opening Times
- Monday: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Thursday: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Friday: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Sunday: 12:00 PM – 6:30 PM
🍽️ Food
The pub serves traditional and restaurant-style dishes prepared by a newly appointed culinary team, focusing on outstanding meals and a wide selection of drinks. Locally sourced ingredients are used, and there is a special outdoor menu available for the beer garden. The food offering accommodates various dietary requirements including vegan and gluten-free options. Portions have been noted as somewhat small with occasional long wait times.
🛠️ Facilities
- 🅿️ Motorhome Parking: Motorhome stopover available; free parking reported (call to confirm any conditions)
- 📶 Wi-Fi: Awaiting Info
- ♿ Accessibility: Awaiting Info
- 🚻 Toilets: Yes
- 🐾 Dog Friendly: Yes
- 🌿 Beer Garden: Yes, south-facing with panoramic views
⭐ Reviews
Overall customer rating: 4.0/5
★★★★☆
The Swinside Inn receives praise for its fantastic location and views, great food quality, and friendly staff. Some customers note slow service, small portion sizes and higher prices. The atmosphere is generally inviting and the inn is well suited for those seeking a Motorhome Stopover within the Lake District.
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🗺️ Interesting Things To Do Nearby (Within 5 Miles)
1. Catbells
Catbells is a popular fell located about 2 miles from the Swinside Inn, famous for its moderate hiking routes offering spectacular views of Derwentwater and the surrounding mountains. It is very accessible for walkers of various skill levels and an ideal attraction near the Motorhome Stopover site.
2. Derwentwater
Derwentwater is a scenic lake approximately 3 miles from the Swinside Inn known for boating, walking, and beautiful lakeside views. It offers numerous leisure activities and is a favourite spot for visitors staying at the Motorhome Pub Stopover.
3. Keswick
The bustling market town of Keswick lies around 3 miles from the pub, featuring shops, eateries, and cultural events. It is an excellent base for exploring the Lake District and convenient for those making a Motorhome Stopover at the Swinside Inn.
4. Causey Pike
Causey Pike, roughly 2.5 miles from the inn, is a distinctive fell with rewarding hiking trails and splendid panoramic views. It is a favoured destination for walkers staying over at this Motorhome Parking-friendly site.
5. Newlands Valley
Newlands Valley itself, where the Swinside Inn is located, offers peaceful nature walks, streams, and idyllic landscapes just outside the door, perfect for relaxing and stretching the legs after a day on the road in your motorhome.
Extra Info about this Motorhome Pub Stopover:
Facilities:
-The Swinside Inn is a charming and cozy pub located in the picturesque Keswick Newlands Valley in Cumbria. Surrounded by stunning views of the rolling hills and lush greenery, this traditional inn offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere for visitors to relax and unwind.
Inside, the Swinside Inn boasts a rustic and traditional decor, with exposed wooden beams, stone walls, and a roaring fireplace. The pub serves up a range of delicious food and drink, including local ales and hearty pub classics like fish and chips and steak and ale pie.
For those looking to explore the surrounding area, the Keswick Newlands Valley is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy hiking, cycling, and fishing in the nearby hills and lakes, or take a scenic drive through the stunning countryside.
Overall, the Swinside Inn is the perfect destination for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy a relaxing break in the heart of the beautiful Cumbrian countryside.
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