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The Britannia Inn

3.0 of 5
Langdale Valley, Elterwater LA22 9HP, England
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The Britannia Inn
4.5 of 5 stars 66 Reviews
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Newmarket, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

We didn't stay at the Brit but ate there twice during our weeks holiday in the lakes staying in the next village along Chapel Stile. On both occasions we were treated to a really warm welcome for us and our dog who was able to be with us in the less formal eating area of the bar. We were lucky... More

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LakeDistrictHotelier, Owner at The Britannia Inn, responded to this review
May 5, 2012

Thanks for the review. You can't say better than that! We are so happy you enjoyed all the local produce. See you again soon, all the Brit Staff More

Manchester, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

Although I have not stayed at this hotel I thought it worthwhile putting a mention of this site relating to the honesty and helpfulness of the staff. Whilst staying at a youth hostel in the vacinity and walking near to the Britannia Inn my young son lost his mobile phone. Once home I reported it to the service provider as... More

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LakeDistrictHotelier, Owner at The Britannia Inn, responded to this review
May 5, 2012

Thank you very much Vicky. It was our pleasure, its nice to speak to a happy cusomer! I hope everything is O.K. with the phone. Cheers all at the Brit More

Penrith, England, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012

Helen and I had a fantastic stay at the Britannia with good food and great beer!! It has all of the charm of a South Lakeland Inn of old; carefully blended with the new. I highly recommend it. More

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LakeDistrictHotelier, Owner at The Britannia Inn, responded to this review
April 30, 2012

Cheers Steve, We are glad you had a great time hopefully the first of many! See you soon from the Brit staff More

Winchester, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
104 helpful votes 104 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

Stayed at the Brit a couple of years ago with my family - special treat from my parents. I've drunk real ale and eaten delish food at the Brit dozens of times over the years but staying there was fab. Not becuase the rooms are amazing (they're not, really) but becuase the atmosphere is wonderful, it's in the most amazing... More

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LakeDistrictHotelier, Owner at The Britannia Inn, responded to this review
April 30, 2012

Thank you for the review. Glad you enjoyed the Bluebird and the food. We have completely overhauled all the bedrooms as of 2011, so hopefully they are better than when you stayed a few years ago. Hope to see you again from everyone at the Brit More

Derby
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2012

This pub has a lovely atmosphere and we have eaten several times over the years. Our in-laws wished to treat us to a meal so we chose the Britannia Inn. Although our meals were pleasant enough we were dismayed when the bill was presented: it was very expensive for what we had had (£130 for 3 starters, 4 mains, 3... More

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LakeDistrictHotelier, Owner at The Britannia Inn, responded to this review
April 30, 2012

Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I am sorry you found the prices at The Britannia expensive. We feel our pricing is in line with other eating venues in Langdale if not cheaper than some. The prices are clearly advertised in the menu and the entrance to the pub. Thank you again from all The Brit... More

London, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012

Stayed for five nights in late March. A lovely country inn in a perfect setting on the green at Elterwater. Have eaten (and drunk) here several times over the years but last stayed 40 years ago. Good car parking across the road for resident guests. We stayed in Room 2, a comfortable modern room with a good bathroom with shower.... More

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LakeDistrictHotelier, Manager at The Britannia Inn, responded to this review
April 21, 2012

Thank you very much for such a great review. We are so happy you enjoyed all the walks in the village and surrounding fells. Hope to see you again soon the Brit Staff More

Lerwick, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

We had quite a nice stay here. Rooms are small but cosy. Bathroom is modern - good shower! Really great atmosphere at the Britannia Inn, great place for a drink and really tasty pub food. Often very busy outside so rooms don't feel very private. Staff very friendly but not too accommodating. Refused to take dairy allergy into consideration at... More

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LakeDistrictHotelier, Manager at The Britannia Inn, responded to this review
April 21, 2012

Thank you for all your positive comments. On the brekfast front you can have a choice of Sausage, Tomato, Mushrooms, Hash Browns, Black Pudding, Haggis, Toast, Bacon, Fried Bread and Eggs any way you would like them! This is the choice everyone gets so there are some dairy free items there. With the plastic bag I am very sorry that... More

England
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012

Been here on and off over 20 years... It's always very popular with couples and families! Had a fantastic meal at a very good price! Left stuffed having consumed the steak and ale pie! Quality pub grub! We would recommed it! More

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LakeDistrictHotelier, Manager at The Britannia Inn, responded to this review
April 21, 2012

Cheers for the review. Glad you enjoyed the homemade steak pie! The beef is from about 3 miles away so you can't get more local than that ! See you soon all the Brit staff. More

Yorkshire
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012

We have visted the Brittania many times both as resident and non-resident with and without children over the past 30 years. We have never been disappointed by the service and the standard of the accommodation. It has a lovely laid back atmosphere and the food is great. Breakfast is a full English and you can have a combination of whatever... More

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LakeDistrictHotelier, Manager at The Britannia Inn, responded to this review
April 21, 2012

Cheers for the review. 30 years thats 10 more than the previous reviewer!! We try to have a laid back atmosphere so our guests feel at home, just with beer on tap! Glad you enjoyed the brekfast, we feel there is a good selection. See you again soon all the staff More

Edinburgh
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109 reviews 109 reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2012

The Brittania has not changed one bit in the 20 + years we have been going, and we sincerely hope it stays that way ! For us its the quintissential country pub, with great food. There is a large sitting out area which kind of spills over to a village green/ tree with seat on sunny days. The bar itself... More

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LakeDistrictHotelier, Manager at The Britannia Inn, responded to this review
April 21, 2012

Thank you. 20 years! Wow! As long as the current owners run the Brit we will never change it. Too many pubs in the lakes have been refitted out and spoiled the character. We hope you can come and stay with us some time. All at the Brit More

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