The Bay Horse Shortlist*
Ulverston, Cumbria
Good Hotel Guide Review
By the water’s edge, watching the tide race in at Robert Lyons and Lesley Wheeler’s pub-with-rooms is a thrilling sight. The inn was once a stop-over for coaches and horses crossing the sands to Lancaster. These days, its ‘amiable’ comforts draw back birdwatchers, cyclists, walkers, dog owners and fishermen year after year. Afternoon tea in one of the cosy sitting areas is enjoyed. Freshly decorated bedrooms have a seasidey touch, each supplied with board games, books, magazines; six rooms have balconies that overlook the Levens estuary. Robert Lyons’s candlelit dinners (between 7 pm and 8.15 pm) are popular with residents and locals; reservations may be needed. ‘Everything was beautifully done; we especially enjoyed the excellent fish dishes.’ Breakfasts are ‘exceptional’.
Hotel details
Address
Canal Foot
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 9EL
England
Telephone
01229 583972
Bedrooms
9.
Open
all year, restaurant closed Mon lunchtime (light bites available).
Facilities
bar/lounge, restaurant, free Wi-Fi, in-room TV (Freeview), picnic area, parking, bar and restaurant wheelchair accessible.
Background music
in bar and restaurant.
Children
not under 9.
Dogs
well-behaved dogs allowed in bedroom (2 dogs max.), not in restaurant.
Credit cards
Amex, MC, Visa.
Prices
per room B&B £95–£115, D,B&B £165–£185. À la carte £40. 2-night min. stay preferred.
A friendly, comfortable place, very welcoming. Bedrooms small with wonderful views but a slightly tired feel. The chef was away but the deputy chef produced wonderful food. An excellent afternoon tea is part of the deal.
- Simon Rodway - July 2017
Heartbroken that Bob and Lesley have decided to put the pub on the market. The view and the tranquillity in the conservatory dining room are just wonderful. Bob's cooking is first classy. It's not pub food - nor is it fine dining - just his individual style. The Bay Horse platter at breakfast is terrific - no need for lunch.
- Bill Wood - February 2017
Last updated:
October, 2019. Information from the 2020 Good Hotel Guide
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