Wilsons Arms, Torver

About us

The family owned Wilson Arms country inn sits snug in the shadow of the world famous Old Man of Coniston and Dow Crag. An ideal stop off for those travelling the Cumbria Way, being one days walk from the beginning (or end depending on the direction) this charismatic Lake District Hotel is the perfect country retreat. The fantastic location means The Wilson Arms makes a superb base for exploring the Lake District. With the Coniston and Furness Fells or the beautiful Duddon Valley on your doorstep and Ambleside, Bowness-on-Windermere, Grasmere, Grizedale & Wastwater all within easy reach.

Step inside this charming Lake District Hotel to find a friendly welcome, a real log fire, open beams and a truly delightful combination of modern and traditional creating a captivatingly cosy country feel.

In partnership with the Lake District’s premier activity specialists, we can arrange a multitude of Lake District activities for you. From white water rafting, rock climbing, fishing to guided walks, archery, sailing, team building days and much, much more. All at discounted prices. Please call or email for more details.

If you’re looking for a romantic Lake District break, please get in touch for more details of our extra special “romantic” package deals.

Children are very welcome and we have rooms and dining areas reserved for those staying with pets.

Under new management, the enthusiastic and talented team at The Wilson Arms are committed to providing you, our valued customers, outstanding customer service, great value Lake District pub food, clean comfortable accommodation at an unbeatable price and an experience we hope you will want to repeat.

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Reviews

1,004 reviews

4.3/5

Steve Wright

2 months ago

Would definitely recommend staying here but not in the room with the copper bath. Our welcome was warm and friendly. The staff were really helpful and answered all questions. Breakfast was really good, the choice was exceptional. Evening meal was very good and the amount plentiful. The log burner was really inviting and made you want to stay in the bar. So many lovely walks around the area. Disliked · Our room was the double with the copper bath. The bath is really nice to look at, but is too big for that room. The room as a whole feels disjointed and the shower in the room was messy. Lovely views from the small bedroom window.

Shirley Venning

3 months ago

Stayed one night. Clean room. Comfort bed. Bar closed at 9pm. The evening meal was nice. We both had the burger. Breakfast was good. A bit short on staff. I had to wait for someone to come out so I could pay the bill.

Antony Lowe

5 months ago

We ate here twice over two nights, and both times were excellent. The service and atmosphere was great. The food was lovely. We had mini fish and chips, and the leg of lamb was melt in the mouth. They also sat us next to the log fire, which made for a cosy, country feel. Would definitely visit again.

Neil Smith (Wishy)

5 months ago

Stayed in the shepherds huts . Very comfortable but very limited kitchen equipment for cooking. Lovely and snug and wood fired hot tubs easy to fire up and run. Excellent smart TV with great WiFi for snuggling in to watch a movie after the pub. The pub was glorious, food lovely and again the roaring log fires were delightful. Beers on offer were lovely and the service was friendly and attentive. Three mile flattish off road walk to Coniston, take a torch just in case! Would stay again and maybe try the cottages for more space.

R Jabbar (The fells are calling)

5 months ago

Popped in last minute for a meal. Provided a table quickly even though it was busy. Nice choice of food. I had a steak. Really nice piece of meat. My son enjoyed his macaroni cheese and garlic bread. No room for puddings! Nice atmosphere and beautiful setting.