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The Kings Head coaching house at the foot of Helvellyn. Spectacular scenery and award winning food
Relax and enjoy a good book or cup of coffee in front of an open coal fire in our residents lounge
Choose from an extensive A La Carte menu in our Bar Restaurant with loads of Cumbrian produce
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The King's Head Hotel - Thirlmere
17th Century coaching house, fine food,wines,real ales, four posters, leisure club, civil weddings
The historic Kings Head Hotel and Inn is a former seventeenth century coaching inn situated at the foot of Helvellyn in the heart of The Lake District. We're perfectly set in the heart of the Northern Lake District, surrounded by spectacular scenery with unsurpassed views toward St Johns in the Vale, Blencathra and Skiddaw. The Kings Head offers both formal and more informal dining experiences. Both have a choice of Traditional English and Mediterranean dishes featuring local specialties created from the finest local produce. Guests can enjoy fine dining in our award winning St Johns restaurant, where our Head Chef presents a creative three course seasonal menu. For a more laid back alternative choose our Bar Restaurant where we serve a range of traditional favourites in addition to daily and seasonal specials.
Our bar lounge offers real ales, fine wines and a range of malt whiskies and the adjoining entertainment suite provides a pool table, darts, dominoes and large screen TV. Our residents lounge is the perfect spot to relax, with comfortable armchairs and an open fire in winter. Books and board games are provided for guests.
Rooms Description
Guests can choose from seventeen beautifully appointed and furnished bedrooms, comprising of doubles, twins, single and family rooms. Superior rooms are available with features such as kingsize or four poster beds and Victorian bathrooms. For special occasions we can arrange flowers, chocolates and chilled champagne to be waiting in your room upon arrival. All bedrooms are individually furnished with en suite bathroom (shower, basin and toilet), colour television, tea and coffee making facilities and direct dial telephones. Most rooms have spectacular views of the surrounding Lakeland fells.
Specialities
All our guests benefit from free membership of the Low Wood Leisure Centre in Ambleside with swimming pool, sauna and gym for the duration of their stay. The Kings Head is also a renowned wedding venue, and perfect for your special day, surrounded by spectacular scenery. We offer a full range of services for Civil Ceremonies, receptions and evening celebrations, tailor-made to your specific requirements. A full wedding package is available to include a dedicated manager on the day, reception drinks, menu selection, wines and toasting wines, flowers, room hire, toast master and accommodation. Take advantage of one of our many special discount and deal stays, including our Midweek Summer Special with a £10 discount per person per night. This offer is valid from Sunday to Thursday until the end of July 2005. Other specials include Christmas and New Year Special breaks. Book before the end of August 2005 and receive a discount of £25 per person on the package rate. Guests are also entitled to special rates on dates surrounding Christmas and New Year period. Long Weekend Specials are also available, including staying Friday and Saturday night, and getting Sunday night accommodation at half price. This is valid until the end of March 2006.
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Availability
- Please complete booking enquiry form to check availability
- May Bank Holiday availability - 3 night minimum stay
Discounts & Deals
- Discounts available for stays of four nights or more
- Midweek special offers for stays of two nights
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The King's Head Hotel - Thirlmere
Thirlmere
Nr Keswick
Cumbria
England
CA12 4TN
017687 72393
Directions
From the north, exit the M6 at junction 40 and take the A66 toward Keswick. Before Keswick turn onto the A591 toward Windemere. The Kings Head Hotel is located 6 miles South of Keswick on the A591. From the South, exit the M6 at junction 36 and take the A590 toward Windemere and the A591. Continue to Thirlmere and The Kings Head Hotel located 20 miles to the North of Windemere on the A591. By Rail, from the North, take the train to Carlisle and transfer to the Number 555 bus for Lancaster from outside the station, asking the driver to stop at The Kings Head Hotel at Thirlmere. From the South, take the train to Windemere and transfer to the Number 555 bus for Carlisle from outside the station, asking the driver to stop at The Kings Head Hotel at Thirlmere. By Bus from the North, take the Number 555 bus from Carlisle toward Lancaster from outside the train station at Carlisle, asking the driver to stop at The Kings Head Hotel at Thirlmere. From the South, take the Number 555 bus for Carlisle from outside the train station at Windemere, asking the driver to stop at The Kings Head Hotel at Thirlmere.