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Wherever you are in Cumbria and the Lake District you can enjoy a tipple that was brewed or distilled within striking distance of where you’re sitting. The county’s impressive collection of breweries and microbreweries has produced some of England’s very best ales, winners of multiple awards at both a national and international level. What’s more, we have the ideal setting in which to drink those beers; after all, what’s better than rewarding yourself for a day in the fells by sipping a perfect pint of ale in a traditional country pub while trading stories about the day that was?
And if you want something a little stiffer, there’s a distillery right in the heart of the Lake District that produces whisky, gin and vodka, all made using crystal clear water from the Lake District National Park and flavoured with fruits and berries picked locally.
The Lake District, Cumbria is foodie paradise
Number of results: 11
Nr Bassenthwaite Lake
The award-winning Lakes Distillery Company opened in December 2014 in The Lake District National Park with the vision of producing a world class single malt whisky and a global brand that is recognised and respected around the world
Ulverston
Come and join us at The Old Calf Shed for a behind-the-scenes look at our distillery, followed by a relaxed spirits tasting in our stylish visitor bar.
Penrith
Award Winning Craft Gin Distillery and shop offering gin making workshops in a beautiful medieval setting with other artisan producers and cafe on site.
Kendal
At Bowness Bay Brewing, we know what makes a good pint. Our customers rely on us to brew smooth and flavourful ales and lagers that make the perfect accompaniment to an evening with friends. Our brewery was founded in the heart of the Lake District…
Brewery Lane, Keswick
Come and visit our brewery to find out more about us and the beers we make. Only a 2 minute walk from Keswick town centre, enjoy a beer where it’s brewed. Explore on a tour, visit our Brewery Shop, and relax in our Flying Fox Bar.
Carlisle
Great Corby Brewhouse, situated in the historic Old Forge of Great Corby dating back to 1833, epitomizes the fusion of tradition and contemporary craftsmanship. Our handcrafted beers, a blend of heritage and innovation, pay homage to our roots in…
Rowrah
Situated on the western coast in the rural village of Rowrah, our beer is brewed with quality and consistency championing the highest quality of malts, whole cone hops and Lake District water, our in house yeast strain derived from traditional…
Kingstown Industrial Estate, Carlisle
Carlisle Brewing Co is a small, family-run brewery based in Cumbria's capital city. We make beer because we simply love it - real ale is awesome! We've spent more years than we care to remember drinking real ale of all styles and flavours.
W Walls, Carlisle
Discover a hidden gem in the historic heart of Carlisle—West Walls Brewing Co., Cumbria’s first city-centre microbrewery nestled within the iconic Twisted Wheel nightclub. Our venue blends rich history with modern flair, offering tourists an…
Keswick
Crooked River Brewing Co is a craft beer brewery based in West Cumbria with a taproom based in Keswick
Brewery Lane, Keswick
Visit our beer shop selling bottled beers and cans, local gins and cider, merchandise and beer chutney. We have a great beer selection to drink in or take away. Come and visit our brewery to find out more about us and the beers we make. Only a 2…
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