Outgate Inn

The Outgate Inn is a characterful village pub on the edge of Hawkshead, part of the Robinsons Brewery estate. That straightforward access is the detail that turns a quick drink or meal into a genuine break for the whole group.

Dogs are welcome inside for a pint after a walk and the team will have dog treats ready when you arrive. It's a useful waypoint for walkers tackling the fells between Hawkshead and Ambleside, with food, live sport on the screens and straightforward pub hospitality. Free parking is available for diners and drinkers, with dedicated motorhome spaces too.

This makes it a practical stop if you're out for the day with a dog in tow and need somewhere to rest up, dry off or grab a hot drink without leaving your companion outside. That simple inclusion is especially useful when the weather turns or the day needs a proper sit-down pause.