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Food & Drink

Cumbria on a plate

Dining at Lakes Boutique Hostel. Choose between catering for yourselves with supermarkets on your doorstep OR all that Windermere and Bowness-on-Windermere has to offer within minutes of your door.

The local area boasts a huge range of pubs, inns, breweries, restaurants and cafes right on your doorstep. Cumbria is recognised as the place to be for fine dining as the region in the UK with the most Michelin stars outside of London.

For the more discerning, private catering in-house also available on request. We work with a team of hand selected and local caterers, to make your visit to Windermere an unforgettable experience.

If you don’t fancy venturing out or want something a little bit more special, why not opt for a cocktail mixologist? We can offer our recommendations to suit your guests.

We’ve put together our favourite spots for eating and drinking in Windermere and other local areas.

ExploreFood & DrinkHomeground
15 May 2025

Homeground

A Windermere favourite, Homeground Café is known for its standout brunches, quality coffee, and warm, relaxed atmosphere. The seasonal menu…
ExploreFood & DrinkOpa
15 May 2025

Opa

A slice of the Mediterranean in the heart of Windermere. Opa serves up authentic Greek dishes in a warm, family-run…
ExploreFood & DrinkCowshed
15 May 2025

Cowshed

Located in the centre of Windermere village, Cowshed is a laid-back, welcoming café known for its freshly baked goods, homemade…