Cumbria and the Eden has a magnificent array of locally grown produce available (great local ales, dairy and meat products) and the quality of the chefs in the area is excellent. Consequently, there are some superb local eateries within a short distance of Shepherds View to suit a variety of tastes and requirements. Carole is a pescatarian so is always on the look-out for a good vegetarian or fish dish, and these days there are some great options available, but those looking for gluten free meals are also well catered for. The recommendations below are some of our personal favourites, and we hope you like them, but we would always suggest that you book before you visit as they are often busy at peak times.

The Stag, Dufton – www.thestagdufton.co.uk
For those wanting to keep their carbon foot-print really low then you can’t find better than the Stag, which is only a 2 minute walk away. Good Cumbrian fayre is on offer, with always a number of ales available, and a range of GF/Veg dishes.

The Butchers Arms, Crosby Ravensworth – www.thebutcherscrosby.co.uk
This award winning pub is about 20 minutes drive away but is well worth the visit. Not only is it in a beautiful valley setting, it is also a ‘community pub’ so owned by the village, and currently the No.1 pub in Cumbria on Tripadvisor. Again some delicious dishes, real ales, half portion options, and a good range of vegetarian and GF including Fish & Chips!

The Bridge, Kirkby Thore – www.thebridgebistro.co.uk
10 minutes drive away on the A66 this stylish bistro is in the Michelin guide 2018 and the perfect place for a special celebration. Recently visited by Hugh Jackman no less – you never know who you might meet! A good range of vegetarian and GF dishes are available also.

Shepherds Inn, Langwathby – www.shepherds-inn.co.uk
Another one of our favourites, the Shepherds Inn, is 25 minutes drive away, on the backroads to Penrith. This in itself makes it interesting as it is a lovely drive, but another typical Cumbrian hostelry awaits, with good ale and food, and if you like fish and chips then the Langwathby Whale will be right up your street! GF and vegetarian options.