"The special bonus of being able to see badger feeding was excellent."
Anonymous from United Kingdom
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"The highlight for sure was my first encounter with a Badger, I was sat only 12 feet away whilst it eate from the feeding station at 3AM."
Mark_R_1983 from United Kingdom
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"Extra bonus seeing the badgers come out for their supper!"
mitolover from United Kingdom
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"Don't forget to watch the badgers!"
Shannon P from United States
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"Even managed to capture a real live wild badger on my Iphone whilst it was feeding."
Glenn Wensley from United Kingdom
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Historic 400-year-old hotel with nightly badger feeding in the Lake District
Amenities & Unique Experiences
Badger Bar offers regular badger feeding sessions in the hotel grounds each evening. The bar has no TV, with a focus on relaxation and conversation by the log fires. Guests can also choose from a broad selection of locally brewed real ales and 40 whiskies.
Rooms & Property
The hotel is a 400-year-old building with spacious rooms equipped with en-suite facilities. Some rooms, such as the Windermere room, offer woodland views and a private patio. The cottage annexe provides additional accommodation with separate entrances and views of the surrounding woodland.
Dining & Bar
Homemade pub meals using locally sourced ingredients are served, including steak pie and roast beef dinner. A traditional full English breakfast is offered each morning, along with scrambled eggs with smoked salmon and porridge. The bar features a range of local real ales and a separate dining room for evening meals.
Location & Activities
Badger Bar is opposite Rydal Water, a 20-minute bus ride from Windermere, with direct access to scenic walking trails. Local activities include hiking Loughrigg Fell, visiting Rydal Cave, and river cruises on Lake Windermere. Free private parking is available on site, and a bus stop 5 minutes away connects to Grasmere and Ambleside.
Pet-Friendly & Family
The hotel is dog-friendly, with pet bowls provided and a pet-friendly building in the cottage annexe. Family rooms are available, including large family rooms that can accommodate up to 4 guests. Children can enjoy the badger feeding sessions and the easy riverside walk to Grasmere.
Highlights
Experience: Nightly badger watching in the hotel grounds
Accommodation: 400-year-old building with en-suite rooms
Dining: Homemade pub meals with local ingredients
Location: Opposite Rydal Water, near walking trails
Extras: Free private parking, dog-friendly policy
Must-do experiences
Hike to Stock Ghyll Force for breathtaking waterfall views.
Visit the Armitt Museum for local art and history insights.
Savor a slice of Grasmere gingerbread at Sarah Nelson's shop.
Stroll through the Ambleside Market on Thursdays for local goods.
Take a guided tour of the stunning Rydal Mount gardens.
Select your room type
Badger Bar features a range of room types across England, from double and family rooms to suites, with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers included
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Large Double Room
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1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
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Double Room Woodland View
2 persons
18 m²
1 King-size bed
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