The Watermill Inn & Brewery is a family-run pub in the little village of Ings, just two miles from Windermere. It has all the ingredients of a classic Lake District pub stay: eight comfortable bedrooms, real log fires, hearty food and its own working microbrewery. Beer is a big part of the story here. Its ales are brewed on site, and guests can even peer into the brewery and beer cellar through viewing windows in the pub. Upstairs, the accommodation keeps things relaxed and practical, with double, single and family accommodation available. With Windermere, Orrest Head and the wider Lake District within easy reach, this dog friendly pub works particularly well for walking holidays and brewery breaks where a good pint is every bit as important as the scenery.
The Watermill Inn and Brewery Ings, Cumbria, LA8 9PY
- 8 bedrooms
- 8 bedrooms
Home-brewed ales near Windermere
Facilties & Amenities
- Beer Garden
- Breakfast
- Dog Friendly Rooms
- Family Friendly
- Parking
Bedrooms
After a day walking the fells, cruising on Windermere or exploring the surrounding villages, the eight en-suite bedrooms at The Watermill Inn provide an easy-going place to put your feet up. There is a good choice for different stays, from doubles and a dedicated single room to a flexible family room. Dogs are welcome on request, with prior acknowledgement – additional charges apply. In the morning, wake up to a cooked breakfast before another day exploring the Lake District.
Food & Drink
Dining at The Watermill is reassuringly down-to-earth, with freshly prepared food served in a relaxed setting. Expect traditional pub favourites alongside seasonal specials, with Sunday bringing classic roasts. Then there is the beer. The inn is home to the Windermere Brewing Company, and its ales travel just a few steps from brewery to bar. There are several traditional hand pumps, with a changing selection of beers brewed on site, including the award-winning Collie Wobbles. The canine theme runs through many of the brewery’s beer names, adding a playful touch to a seriously good reason for beer lovers to stay the night. Wines from a local vintner, lagers, ciders, gins, whiskies and other spirits round out the drinks selection.
