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Bag a 'back to school' bargain! 🎒🍎🎓 Take some 'you time' and enjoy 15% off a 2 night guest house break when staying before 19th October.🧘♀️ Book now: www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #breathe #backtoschool #fiveminutespeace #guesthouse #ruralretreat #ruralescape #countrysideescape #fullenglishbreakfast #timeforyourself #cumbrialife #escapetheeveryday #bedandbreakfast
Brunch is in full swing! A pile of berry-licious pancakes amongst lots of other choices 🥞🍓 Look out for our next weekend brunch sessions by following us or hop over to our website and sign up to our newsletter: www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #brunch #breakfast #lunch #LazyWeekend #villagelife #locallysourced #familytime #foodwithfriends #cumbrialife #pancakes
Bank Holiday Brunch! 🥳 Enjoy a lazy brunch on Sunday 25th and Monday 26th August served 10am - 2pm. Indulge in a Full Cumbrian breakfast (or our Veggie breakfast, complete with our homemade veggie sausages) with none of the washing up! 🥓 Something lighter? Try one of our loaded toasts 🥪 Something sweeter? Perhaps a pile of pancakes 🥞 Something more lunch end of brunch? Feast on our frittata 🍳 In a hurry? Go continental with our freshly baked pastries and homemade breads, award winning marmalade and artisan tea and coffee 🥐🍞 Book now to reserve your table: www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #bankholidayweekend #brunch #breakfast #FoodWithFriends #foodwithfriends #foodwithfamily #cumbrialife #marmaladeawards #avocadotoast #veggiebreakfast #artisanproducers Carvetii Coffee @cranstons_1914 Cranstons Butcher + Maker @carvetiicoffee The Dalemain World Marmalade Awards & Festival
It's Afternoon Tea Week! Come and enjoy tea, cake and perhaps a tipple at Woodlands. Selection of homemade cakes and cream teas available daily 10-4. 🍰☕ For full afternoon or high tea service, please book in advance. We make everything in-house, from scratch, right down to the breads for your sandwiches. 🍹🥂🫖 www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk/dine #teatime #TeaTimeTreats #AfternoonTea #afternoonteaweek #afternoonteaparty #villagelife #bestofbritish #creamtea #guesthouse #cottagebreak #cakeaway
Happy Bakewell Tart Day! Yes, it's an official, national day of honour to the majestic Bakewell tart! What better way to celebrate than to enjoy a slice with the relaxing view of the northern Cumbrian fells around you? Raise your cup or glass!☕🍹 Come on in, sit back and enjoy! We're open 10-4pm today! www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #bakewelltart #bakewell #homemadecake #homemadewithlove #cakewithaview #northernfells #cumbrialife #greatbritishbaking #villagelife #teaandcake
We are so excited to announce the arrival of our new Solo bars from No Secrets Beauty! In our commitment to greener tourism, we have Solo on hand to lather up for hair, body and hands - all in one bar, in a convenient, recyclable tin to takeaway! Did you know the average UK household bathroom sends over 200 plastic bottles to landfill each year? Plastic-free, Plant-based 🌿, Palm oil-free. Just one of these bars will see you through over 20 washes🧖♂️! Multi award winning🏅...and simply fabulous! Atlantic and Zest available from our shop page now! www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk/shop #ditchtheplastic #shampoobar #greentourism #sustainableliving #plasticfree #guesthouse #cumbrialife #supporthospitality #cottagebreak #sustainability #solobar
Are you ready for the Theatre by the Lake's latest homegrown production? If you're staying with us you receive a complementary discount on tickets to these performances. Don't miss out! 🎭 #theperfectplacetobe #cumbrialife #supportlocal #guesthouse #cottagebreak #workcation #theatreshow #VisitLakeDistrict
Excuse our weeds, we're feeding the bees! 🌳🌻 You'll find a hum in the air at Woodlands with bees busy feeding in our Linden trees and wildflowers. The weather has been rather wet and the bees need this extra food not just for honey but to keep warm. 🐝🍯 Take a look at our website for more of our green tourism efforts: www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #staycationuk #workcation #greentourism #backtonature #feedthebees #cumbrialife #theperfectplacetobe #escapetheeveryday #natureatwork #nature
Well the weather may not be quite the summer we were looking for but our menu means we can tweak up the warmth. Pork medallions, caramelised apple, roots and apple mash, creamed potatoes and a grain mustard & Calvados cream. 🍎🍽️ Delicious! Come and try it for yourself! www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #visitcumbria #visitlakesuk #cumbriafoodie #foodwithfriends #cumbrialife #theperfectplacetobe #escapetheeveryday #supportlocal #trysomethingnew #supporthospitality #foodphotography #seasonalfood #artisanproducers
Happy World Chocolate Day! 🍫 We love chocolate at Woodlands and we use only the finest Belgian couverture from Callebaut in all our chocolate recipes. Come and sample some for yourself or maybe order a smile in the post with our Brownies!
You have to be quick or you'll miss it! 👀 We're sold out this Friday, so book ahead for next week! We have steak upgrades available, veggie alternatives and if you fancy a more summer-like alternative to chips 🍟, why not try chef's salad?🥗 www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk/shop (basket meals open to book again from 8am Saturday 6th or call us: 016973 71791)
Book your midweek escape! Dine with us and relax in our gardens, the bar or the lounge. Stay a little longer and save 10% on 3 night breaks midweek. Always book direct for our best rates and better still there's NO increase in tariff during the summer holiday! www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #summerbreak #holiday #lakesescapesuk #visitcumbria #cumbriafoodanddrink #guesthouse #cottage #cumbrialife #visitlakesUK #adventure #supportlocal #ruraleconomy
Wow! What a fabulous performance from the cast of Theatre by the Lake's Brassed Off! Outstanding live brass and theatre in the round; a truly immersive experience. Make a night of it and when you stay with us, you'll receive an exclusive discount on your tickets! www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #brassedoff #livetheatre #supportlocal #theatrebythelake #drama #guesthouse #cottagebreak #cumbrialife #cumbriatourism #SupportHospitality
Today we salute those who have served or are currently serving our nation. The UK Armed Forces work around the clock to protect our way of life and defend UK interests at home and abroad. #ArmedForcesDay is our chance to say thank you. We offer discounted breaks in the tranquillity of the north Lakes through the defence discounts portal to those currently on active service and veterans. www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #lestweforget #Armedforcesday2024 #thankyou #supportingveterans #SaluteOurHeroes #saluteourforces #peace #UKArmedForces #restandrelaxation #wesaluteyou
We’re supporting #ArmedForcesDay to show our appreciation for the brave men and women who put their country before themselves to protect our way of life. Our family is closely tied with the armed forces for generations as are many in our village community. Now, more than ever, we are grateful for the freedoms and peace they have preserved, often at great personal sacrifice. Help us to give something back and say thank you for their service. Book your steak night or basket meal on Friday 28th June and we will donate £1 from every basket sold to the Operations Welfare Fund to help those on the frontline. We offer current serving forces members and veterans specially discounted stays through the defence discounts portal. www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #ArmedForcesDay #SaluteOurForces #SaluteOurHeroes #supportlocal #supportarmedforces #givesomethingback #steaknight #operationswelfarefund #villagelife #communitytogether #veterans
Today marks our 4th birthday at Woodlands! 🥳🥳 Thank you to everyone who has helped us to reach this milestone, including our wonderful suppliers and of course our guests. 🥂 Come and enjoy a picking platter this week while relaxing in the bar or in the garden. We'll donate £1 from every platter sold to our chosen charity - Roald Dahl Marvellous Children's Charity helping to support children and their families through serious illnesses. Booking essential to avoid disappointment! www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk Roald Dahl's Marvellous Children's Charity @thepotplace_gardencentre @BellsofCarlisle @bellsfishmongerscarlisle @cranstons_1914 Cranstons Butcher + Maker @carvetiicoffee @masterofmalt @lakesdistillery @enotriacoe @tabology @Hargreaves & Bulman @fairly marvellous CIC Polaris Networks Ltd @nosecretsbeautyandbody @marciayoungart @delamarecreative @showcasecumbria @MawbrayComputerConsultants #roalddahlchildrenscharity #happybirthday #celebrate #grazeboard #pickingplatter #sharingthelove #thankyou #birthdaycake #localproduce #supportlocal #villagelife #ruraleconomy #cumbrialife #supporthospitality
Celebrate Clean Air Day! Come and enjoy the breath-taking views of the north Cumbrian fells and take in the clean air. The commuter traffic isn't a car park, it's more of the four-legged kind. The air helps create some of the most amazing lichens which you'll find amongst our trees at Woodlands but also in Whinlatter, our nearby mountain forest. www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #CleanAirDay #breathe #cleanair #clearskies #slowerpaceoflife #relax #staycationuk #guesthouse #cottagebreak #cumbrialife #lakesphotography #greenertourism #greentourism #EscapeTheEveryday #theperfectplacetobe
Today is Sustainable Gastronomy Day! We do things differently when you dine here. We're committed to minimising the environmental impact of hospitality. We don't have a menu; this helps reduce food waste and we tailor-make our meals to your food likes. We use seasonal, local produce, supporting our artisan neighbours and the rural economy; Cumbria has a wealth of amazing food producers. Our wild flower meadows encourage bees and other pollinators which are vital to food production. All our green waste, including our tea leaves and coffee grounds are composted. Help us do our bit as custodians of this landscape; enjoy sustainable gastronomy by reserving your table for dinner! www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #sustainablegastronomy #ruraleconomy #cumbriantourism #localproduce #artisanproducers #gastronomy #eatout #supportlocal #supporthospitality #greentourism #cumbrialife Bells Fishmongers @bellsfishmongerscarlisle @cranstons_1914 Cranstons Butcher + Maker @linskeldfieldfarm Carvetii Coffee @carvetiicoffee
Happy Father's Day! To fathers, grandfathers and those who've been like fathers to us we salute you and all you do for us. Cheers! 🍻 Need a last minute gift? We've just the ticket! Visit our shop: www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk/shop #FathersDay #Fathersday2024 #fathersdaygifts #fathersdayspecial #guesthouse #cottagebreak #cottageholiday #community #FamilyTime #familybusiness #family #familyfun
Theatre by the Lake presents a fabulous home-grown production of 'Brassed Off' commencing 28th June - 27th July. When you book your cottage break or guest house stay, you can claim a special rate on your tickets as we're Theatre by the Lake Ambassadors! 🎭🎺 Look out for the special code in your welcome email. www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #brassedoff #theatrebythelake #homegrown #theatre #performaingarts #supportartsandculture #supporthospitality #greatnightsout #northerndrama #drama #brassbandsengland @tbtlake
Happy World Gin Day! 🍸 We stock a range of gins from around the world, including Wheadons from our island home of Guernsey. Enjoy a classic G and T, accompanied with the amazing array of mixers from Fevertree. Mix up a gin adventure with one of our cocktails. Enjoy an alcohol-free experience of these magical botanical infusions with our Seedlip selections. You’ll even find gin in some of summer desserts!🍨 Come on in! We’re open to non-resident guests all year round. www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #WorldGinDay #gincocktails #cocktailhour #gandttime #hospitality #guesthouse #cottagebreak #cumbrialife #visitlakesUK #theperfectplacetobe #trysomethingnew #escapetheeveryday #staycation #celebrate Master of Malt @channel_islands_liquor_co Channel Islands Liquor Co @thebotanistgin @opihrgin @lakesdistillery Seedlip Drinks @fevertreemixers
Double Whammy of Fish and Chips this week! Chippy Tuesday and Fishy Friday this week as Friday is National Fish and Chips day! Hurrah! Made with only the finest, fresh fish from Bells Fishmongers Book yours to eat in or takeaway! 🍽🍟🎣 www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #fishandchips #chippytea #britishfishandchips #supportlocal #supportlocalbusinesses #freshfish #greatbritishtradition #perfectplacetobe #cumbrialife @bellsfishmongerscarlisle
With Binsey and the Skiddaw range in sight, set yourself up for a great adventure in the Cumbrian Mountains with a Woodlands' breakfast. Settle down in the evening to a sumptuous, tailor-made, table d'hote menu. Rest and recover in the grounds, stroll the lanes and round off a lazy afternoon with a quintessentially British afternoon tea. Do something different, visit the lesser known Northern Fells: Bag a Wainwright, take in the sights of the Solway, ramble through Roman and literary history, enjoy artisan produce and Cumbria's finest chefs' tables or grab an adrenaline filled adventure on water, rock or air! Book your midweek break now and save 10% on a 3 night getaway! Always book direct for our best rates and latest offers: www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #cumbriatourism #cumbriaonaplate #perfectplacetobe #dosomethingdifferent #supporthospitality #cumbrialife #guesthouse #cottagebreak #visitcumbria #workcation #supportsmallbusiness #adventure #explore
Have you tried our award winning marmalade? 🥈 Book your breakfast, buy a jar or book a stay and enjoy the full marmalade experience! www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk @marmaladeawards @The Dalemain World Marmalade Awards & Festival #visitcumbria #marmalade #marmaladeawards #marmaladeawards2024 #notjustoranges #guesthouse #breakfast #homemade
Happy National BBQ week! We love to get things sizzling here, whatever the weather brings. Watch out for weekend and evening barbecues throughout this summer! 🍔🌭🍗 www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #bbq #bbqfood #alfrescodining #onthegrill #supportlocal #cumbrialife #burger #hotdogs #summerfood #familytime #dinetogether
The humble basket meal. An 80s classic of chicken, sausage, scampi, minute steak or halloumi skewer with freshly made, hand cut chips and salad garnish. Want to jazz it up a bit? Swap you chips for chef's salad or add a steak supplement for sirloin or fillet. Book now to avoid disappointment...these sell out like hot chips! Enjoy your Friday night feast! 🍟🍗 www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk/shop #chickenandchips #steakandchips #basketmeal #villagelife #supportlocal #getthatfridayfeeling #chips #takeaway #nightout #steaknight #locallysourced
Looking for a getaway this summer? Our peaceful cottage is located in the beautiful Cumbrian rural landscape. Perfect for 2, comfortable for small families. With a woodburning stove to make things toasty on clear nights of stargazing. Book direct for our best rates and latest offers. Available for short breaks of a minimum 3 nights and longer stays too. Excellent golf courses, horse riding, water sports and walks all within easy reach. Breakfast hampers available to your door or just pop next door and enjoy a great start to your day with none of the washing up! What are you waiting for? www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #cottage #cottagebreak #cottagebreakfast #cosycottage #visitcumbria #perfectplacetobe #escapetheeveryday #workcation #workfromanywhere #headspace
Happy World Whisky Day! 🥃 Did you know we stock a wide variety of whisky from around the globe, as well as more local distilleries and Scottish single malts? Come and sample some for yourself! You'll even find it in our award winning marmalade 🍊🥈 www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk @theglencairnglass @lakesdistillery The Dalemain World Marmalade Awards & Festival The GlenDronach Aberlour Single Malt #whisky #whiskybar #whiskylover #whiskytasting #worldwhiskyday #marmaladeawards #dalemainmarmaladeawards #whiskytour #guesthouse #perfectplacetobe #trysomethingnew
Happy World Cocktail Day! Cheers! Did you know we serve a whole host of cocktails and mocktails? Here are some of our favourites 🍹🍸🥂 St Germain Spritz Mojito Cosmopolitan Open to non-residents all year round! www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #worldcocktailday #cocktailhour #cheers #guesthouse #cottagebreak #trysomethingnew #chill
Treat Dad to a Father's Day feast, fit for a king!🍽 Now taking orders for Father's Day Sunday Roast Dinner 16th June See our website for our menu: www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk/dine #Fathersday2024 #fathersdayideas #fathersdaygiftideas #familytime #familyfood #supportlocal #supportlocalbusiness #SupportHospitality
"...and our dear Channel Islands are also to be freed today". 🇬🇬🇬🇬🇬🇬 Sir Winston Churchill Today is the 79th anniversary of the liberation of the Channel Islands, known to islanders as the national holiday of Liberation Day. We've rolled out our bunting! Take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices given in the pursuit of peace, the strength of community spirit and the value of family time. You'll find hints of Guernsey in our gastronomy, our drinks and decor (even our mascot Woody is from the Channel Island Bear Co.); it's part of our family heritage. We've now been in Cumbria as long as our aunts, uncles and granny were evacuated from the island. Sarnia Cherie!🇬🇬🍅 www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #Liberationday2024 #liberationday #guernsey #peace #guernseyexpat #sarniacherie #freedom #communityspirit #familytime #guernseymanaboard #guernseyinthelakes Channel Islands Liquor Co @channel_islands_liquor_co Guernsey Dairy @liberationgsy Liberation Day Guernsey
Breakfast, tea, dinner or bar meal? We're open all year round to everyone! Why not stay a little longer? Book direct for our best rates and you'll find offers on midweek breaks this summer. Our guest house tariff never increases for school holidays! www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk/stay Book your table to avoid disappointment #DineAndStay #familyfriendly #familybusiness #barmeals #dinner #dineout #afternoontea #basketmeal #breakfast #guesthouse #cottagebreak
Fancy a trip to the theatre during your visit to Cumbria? As ambassadors of Theatre by the Lake we're delighted to be able to offer our guests exclusive discount on tickets. There's fabulous productions in the diary for this year. Book your stay now to receive our unique discount code. 🎭🎶📚 www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk
Nominate us in the Good Food Guide best local restaurants 2024 and you could be in with a chance of winning £250 of Good Food Guide vouchers. Just follow the link: https://www.thegoodfoodguide.co.uk/best-local-restaurant/2024/nominations Not dined with us yet or time to dine with us again? Book now: www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk Watch this space for new fixed price menus! #eatlocal #goodfoodguide24 #localrestaurant #farmtofork #foodmiles #sustainablegastronomy #SupportHospitality #goodfood #foodwithflavour #dineout
A fabulous morning out at Dalemain World Marmalade Awards.🍊 We brought home 2 bronze awards and a silver! 🥈🥉🥉 Enjoy our marmalades when you stay or pop in for breakfast. www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk @marmaladeawards #marmalade #cumbrialife #theperfectplacetobe #fortumandmason #britishtradition #breakfast #marmaladeawards #oranges #guesthouse #staycationuk #visitcumbria #showcasecumbria
Relax and unwind in our converted stable block cottage. The perfect for a getaway for a small family or a group of friends. The cottage boasts two bedrooms (double, single, plus a sofa bed) and a full-height living space with a cozy woodburner and snuggly sofas, perfect for curling up with a book after a day of exploring. The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to prepare delicious meals, and there's WiFi and a Smart TV to keep you entertained. Fancy a full Cumbrian breakfast without the washing up? No problem! Just pop next door to Woodlands House or have a hamper delivered to your door complete with homemade bread. Step outside into the relaxing garden and enjoy the stunning views over open pasture. Wainwrights right on your doorstep as you count down your 214. The cottage also has ample private car parking for your convenience. Book a midweek break and have a night for free! www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk/stay #holidaycottage #cottageholiday #visitlakesuk #visitcumbria #villagelife #cumbrialife #breakfastinbed #ruralretreat #escapetheeveryday #perfectplacetobe #northernfells #wainwrightbagging
Happy Easter everyone! We're open today for our Easter trail and raffle with tea and cake available all day! @roalddahlcharity Hop over to Woodlands: www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #visitcumbria #theperfectplacetobe #cumbrialife #easterfun #eastertreats #easteractivities #roalddahlcharity #visitlakesuk #northernfells #villagelife #familytime #familyfun #familyfriendly #theperfectplacetobe
As English Tourism Week draws to a close we raise a glass to our guests, past and future and our fellow colleagues in hospitality. Together, tourism supports the heart of our rural communities and we thank you all for your contributions which keep this industry alive. Enjoy a range of cocktails, mocktails and sparkling wines Woodlands Country House & Cottage www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #EnglishTourismWeek24 #EnglishTourismWeek #guesthouse #villagelife #cumbrialife #cheers #celebrate #SupportHospitality #supporthospitality #supportlocal
Come along and enjoy lots of Easter fun for all the family. Help us raise funds for families in need of the care and support of Roald Dahl nurses. Easter trail, Easter egg hunt and a hamper raffle. Tea, homemade cakes and an Easter Sunday roast dinner all await you! 🐇🐣 Buy tickets here: www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk/shop Collect your trail quiz from Woodlands #roalddahlmarvellouschildrenscharity #roalddahlcharity #cumbrialife #familytime #familyfun #easterfun #easterbunny #easteractivities #eastereggs #eastertreats #theperfectplacetobe #visitcumbria #northernfells
Cumbria has a wealth of food experiences to offer, with no less than 13 Michelin Stars across the county! Cumbria is also host to the weekly kitchen insights of Peter Sidwell's Kitchen. Here's a little of what Woodlands Country House & Cottage has on offer from a delicate opening numbers to an elegant finale. Our classically trained chef creates seasonal menus, tailored with your tastes in mind and in-keeping with our greener tourism commitments. Join us on a food adventure and celebrate all that Cumbria has to offer. www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk/dine #EnglishTourismWeek24 #englishtourismweek #foodlovers #foodstagram #foodie #foodphotography #foodforthought #foodwithflavour #gastronomy #cumbrialife #visitcumbria #visitengland #visitlakedistrictUK
Great adventures await you in the Lakeland fells! From Wainwright bagging, paragliding, and wandering or cycling the many signposted 'Ways' to swimming the tarns, meres, lakes and waters. Capture culture, literature and history. Friends, Romans and Countrymen....we have it all here! www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #EnglishTourismWeek24 #englishtourismweek #hadrianswall #wordsworth #wainwrightbagging #wainwrights #northernfells #adventure #cyclepath #theatrebythelake #johnruskin #conistonwater #coasttocoastuk #CoastToCoast #cumbriaway #ullswaterway #walkthewall
Cumbria is home to amazing food and drink producers. We showcase as many of them as we can. From our the beers and spirits in our bar to the fish, game, eggs and meats in the meals we serve. Come and try them for yourself: @lakesdistillery @hesketnewmarketbrewery @tirrilbrewery @bellsfishmongerscarlisle @Cranstons Butcher + Maker @cranstons_1914 @linskeldfieldfarm www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk/dine #cumbriafoodie #cumbriafood #cumbrialife #artisanproducts #foodwithflavor #farmtofork #foodmiles #smallbatchbrewery #englishwhisky #lionbrand
Livestock are a key part of Lakeland tourism and we're surrounded by working pastures. From Herdy to Beatrix Potter, from cheese to gelato; your visit to Cumbria supports villages and small producers, reduces food miles and keeps heritage breeds alive. Herdy's wool can be found in everything from carpets to coats and his image is everywhere! We hope you'll help us keep these traditions alive by respecting livestock, especially during lambing season. www.woodlandsatireby.co.uk #herdy #beatrixpotter #farmtotable #sustainablegastronomy #springlambs #cumbrialife #visitengland #EnglishTourismWeek24 #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #foodmiles #villagelife
