Badger Bar - Premium Accommodation in Ambleside, Cumbria

Nightly badger feeding sessions take place at a feeding station on the hotel grounds, allowing guests to watch badgers from about 2 metres away. A live camera stream of the feeding area is available via the hotel's website. Times of badger appearances are chalked up at the bar each night.

The 400-year-old building offers spacious rooms equipped with en-suite facilities and tea and coffee making facilities. Room types include Double Room with Woodland View and Deluxe Double Room with Mountain View. Free private parking is available on site.

The bar serves a selection of local real ales and 40 whiskies, with homemade pub meals using locally sourced ingredients. A traditional full English breakfast is served each morning, along with scrambled eggs with smoked salmon and porridge. The bar area has no TV, with a log fire and seating.

Badger Bar is opposite Rydal Water and a 20-minute bus ride from Windermere, offering direct access to scenic walking trails. The property is surrounded by woodland with mountain and lake views. Local activities include hiking, mountain biking, and river cruises along Lake Windermere.

The hotel is dog-friendly, with pet bowls provided and pet amenities available. Family rooms such as the Large Family Room and Superior Family Room are offered. The nightly badger feeding provides entertainment for families and children.