Situated in an unrivalled position right on the shore of Lake Windermere, The Ship Inn is a popular and lively Pub & Restaurant complex with a reputation for serving excellent food and well-maintained ales.
It was only back in 1980 that on this site there was only a wooden hut selling cups of tea…then in 1981 the Wilson family had a stylish, 3-Storey building built which now contains the ground floor Quayside Sports Bar, 1st floor (Road level) Ship Inn Pub & Restaurant, and on the top floor is the Lakes premier Night venue,The Wheelhouse which features a state of the art light and sound system.
The Ship Inn is open all day, every day, serving a wide range of quality beers and wines. Our menu has a large selection of wholesome and appetising hot & cold food and is available throughout the day. Children are welcome all day and there is a Children’s selection on the menu.
Our inside restaurant can seat over 100 (available for Party Bookings) and we also have a large outside seating area which has superb views of Lake Windermere, perfect for summer drinking & dining. Our outside seating also includes a covered smoking area.
During the season there is live music every Friday & Saturday night. We have a disabled toilet and baby changing facilities. After the Ship Inn closes around 11pm the upstairs Wheelhouse Club & Lounge Bar opens until 3am every Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday. If you're visiting Bowness our 3 venues under one roof offer something to keep everyone entertained!.
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Stopped by for a quick bite to eat. Ordered the Korean burger which I doubled up on for am extra £3.50. The burger was very filling and came with a decent portion of chips. The atmosphere was really nice and the pub seemed welcoming. Some nice live entertainment as well. Would fully recommend and would definitely return again.
Food was mediocre. Beef and ale pie had various indefinable cuts of meat in it. And the gravy was quite bland. Red cabbage had too much black pepper. Chocolate ice cream in the brown sundae was sandy due to water ice crystals. Service felt very rushed. Cocktails were really good though. And stunning views across the lake
Stopped in on a Wednesday evening and were shown to a window table which was lovely. The view was amazing. The staff were attentive and friendly. The food was delicious, I had lasagne and my husband had a burger. The burger was clearly homemade and the lasagne was tasty. We had sticky toffee pudding with 2 spoons for dessert. Would highly recommend Quayside for a meal or just a drink and take in the view.
Firstly, this place is in a fantastic location with stunning views of the lake. Food is excellent quality and excellent value. Much better value than some other places in the area.
Lovely meals, we had 4 meals. Two chicken burgers with cheese and bacon, the gammon with pineapple and kids meal of sausage and chips. Side order of new potatoes and onion rings, which came on a bed of lettuce. We ordered 3 puddings, apple pie and ice cream, local sticky toffee pudding with ice cream and a chocolate brownie sunday which came in a Mason jar. Absolutely delicious, could not fault anything, every thing got eaten. Service was good, view was spectacular, very enjoyable evening.
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Opening Times
| Mon | 11:00 – 23:00 |
| Tue | 11:00 – 23:00 |
| Wed | 11:00 – 23:00 |
| Thur | 11:00 – 23:00 |
| Fri | 11:00 – 23:00 |
| Sat | 11:00 – 23:00 |
| Sun | 11:00 – 23:00 |
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Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, LA23
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One of the best family & dog-friendly venues the Lake District has to offer. Spread over three floors, we boast a beautiful bar, restaurant, lake-edge Cellar Sports Bar, and a top-floor nightclub. All with access to stunning lakeside views and seating.
