A pub with a difference in the heart of Askham
Part of the esteemed Askham Collection, The Queen’s Head is a cosy 17th century village pub with bedrooms ideally located in the pretty village of Askham in the Lake District. In 2022 they became AA accredited as a 4 star gold inn and with an AA Rosette restaurant.
Lovingly renovated to the Askham Hall standard by the Lowther family, discover seasonal ‘super-posh’ pub food made with produce reared, foraged and grown on their farms, hedgerows and kitchen gardens. Think earthy truffle with creamy artichoke; deep-flavoured seasonal game and home-reared saddleback pork; hand-dived scallops and local lobster; brassicas, herby pestos, berries and orchard fruits.
Make the most of the location with an invigorating walk on the local fells, or a more gently stroll along the river Lowther right from the door, with no need to drive anywhere during your stay. Take a stroll around the gardens at Askham Hall where much of their produce is grown and reared, and even a dip in the outdoor pool in summer months.* Back at the pub enjoy a local pint by the copper topped bar before a lighter lunch or a refined yet hearty dinner. The regularly-changing menu is matched by a wonderful selection of wines courtesy of the sommeliers from their Michelin-starred sister hotel, Askham Hall, just a short walk away. Make the most of this special relationship and eat at both places during your stay…
What makes a stay at The Queens Head unique?
If you love a good pub and Michelin starred food, then this is for you. Stay two nights in the charming Queen’s Head in the heart of beautiful Askham. Tuck into ‘posh’ pub grub at The Queen’s Head itself on your first evening. On the second evening enjoy a 6 course Michelin star tasting menu at their nearby sister property Askham Hall (Allium restaurant), with optional paired wines. Don’t forget to fit in a visit to the eponymous Lowther Castle, a fell run or a spot of fly fishing while you’re at it, and why not book a table for lunch at their nearby sister pub the George and Dragon Clifton (not included)…. have a look here at their full range of recommended activities.
What style cuisine is on offer at The Queens Head?
The Sous Chef from the Michelin-starred ‘Allium at Askham Hall’ has taken on the role as Head Chef at flagship sister pub The Queen’s Head. Anthony Amos has worked alongside Allium’s Head Chef Richard Swale for six years. Under his guidance, the food offering at The Queen’s Head continues to reflect its status as a quintessential Lake District inn, using produce grown and reared at Askham Hall and the estate farms and kitchen gardens. The Queen’s Head has a warm, cosy feel of a welcoming country pub offering refined, creative and modern food.
Booking for dinner and Sunday lunch essential (although light lunch is walk-ins only), with just 9 tables and 6 bedrooms, this is ‘posh’ country pub perfection.
What is the signature dish at The Queens Head?
What are the rooms and facilities on offer at The Queens Head?
6 comfortable bedrooms including 3 family rooms, a twin and a double.
What can guests enjoy when staying in the Penrith area?
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