The Woolpack Inn, Boot

This is a fantastic hostelry set in the beautiful and tranquil valley of Eskdale. Much of the beer is brewed on the premises in the Hardknott brewery. All of it is of the highest quality and made with a great deal of passion. The landlord is usually very happy to talk about his ales. It is very advisable to book food in advance as even a half empty bar with vacant tables is not a guarantee of a meal. The food is locally sourced and very well cooked. The staff are good fun. However do not expect to be able to purchase brand names such as Carling or Guinness. Instead there will be a traditional stout as well as a vast array of interesting continental beers. Also they sell bottles of fancy lemonade with bits in - very nice but not possible to make a bitter shandy out of it. They do sell bottled shandy for those that like it. All in all a fantastic place, great food, grub and customer care.

30 Sep 2009 18:06