Swinside Lodge Hotel is a Georgian Lakeland property situated at the foot of Cat Bells in the beautiful Newlands Valley. The shores of Derwentwater are a five minute stroll away and the garden, visited by red squirrels, hares and pheasants also teems with birds, so rest assured of spending time in the lap of nature.

Seven tastefully decorated bedrooms offer guests comfort and it is not surprising that the Michelin Guide refers to Swinside as a 'Pleasant Hotel'. What more pleasant than to have a meal in the two AA rosette dining room after taking in the wealth of exceptional views?

The daily changing menu offers modern British food, all created from local ingredients. Consider seared scallops and black pudding for a start, rosemary roasted fillet of Cumbrian lamb, or sun-dried tomato risotto, rosti, kumquat relish and red wine jus to follow, with warm dark chocolate brownie to finish.

The wines are sourced from family growers who use traditional methods, observe conservation cultivation in order to respect the environment and produce 'clean' wines.