We went on a two day break, mid week, and it included two breakfasts, dinner and a bottle of wine. Excellent quality food, staff friendly, room very cosy, warm and clean. Only things missing where the extra toiletries you always take home. But fresh milk and, lovely towels made up for it. Parking outside is on a First come first... More

The first question you need to ask yourself is not about the Royal Oak; it's about you. Are you the kind of person who likes a pub with real ale, comfy chairs, stone floors, real fire in the lounge, quaint (not luxurious) rooms and reasonable rates? If you can answer yes to all this then it's for you. If you... More

my wife and i recently spent a couple of days at the Royal Oak.We went on a special offer and were pleasantly surprised at the high standard of food and accommodation.The menu offered was extensive and delicious.The room was very comfortable,overlooking the Square.The Inn has character and charm with some interesting photographs,showing horses ,trained locally,winning at Cheltenham.The staff were great... More

Went to the Royal Oak on friday 2nd march 2012 for a meal. There were 6 of us in our party (3 couples). The starter portions were satisfying especially the ribs which my n my hubby shared n the mains were equally satisfying. Only 1 member of our party had room for a pudding which was very tasty.. We had... More

When staying at the Royal Oak we rented two rooms, both at a single occupancy rate, which turned out to be a little challenging initially as approval had to be gained from the owner, by me, via email, before my telephone booking was accepted. Once we arrived the service was good. We were shown to our rooms and when the... More

Went on a special offer and chose our meal from a restricted menu-but what we had was well cooked,tasty and well presented.The staff were extremely friendly , the service was excellent and the log fire most welcome on a chilly evening.We live locally but it was our first visit and we shall certainly go there again.

lovely olde worlde pub in the lovely village of cartmel good home cooked food very clean and a nice atmosphere roaring log fire good value 100 percent fantastic

Best pie I've had in ages! Wonderful ales and cosy fire! Very friendly staff. Only wish we'd booked in to stay here!

I came up to Cartmel with two friends on a saturday morning in early December to do some walking, and have a chilled night away. We found the Royal Oak Inn to be the perfect place for a getaway. When we arrived, we received a warm welcome, and were served with complimentary tea and coffee next to the real log... More