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The Drunken Duck Inn

Barngates | Off B5286, Ambleside LA22 0NG, England
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Ranked #50 of 75 Ambleside B&B and Inns
4.0 of 5 stars 229 Reviews
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TheShaws12
Mellor, Lancashire
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3 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012 NEW

Well we had one of our 3 annual pilgrimages to the Drunken Duck for 3 nights from the 6th February 2012, and yet again we were blown away by the whole experience. The Duck constantly delivers the best of everything time after time and it is astounding how they manage to maintain this high degree of quality. The holiday started... More

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tommykite
boroboy made good
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9 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

Snow falling, roads and sadly my car not coping. One call to the hotel and out came Steve with a 4x4 to pull me up the bank to the 'oasis' called 'The Drunken Duck'.Could anyone have bettered such a romantic start to a weekend. Our party were 'snowed in' but no complainers as we could not have been made to... More

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GrazaLiverpool
Liverpool
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7 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

We stay at the Duck at least once per year so yes, I admit I am biased! However, we keep going back as they never fail to deliver excellent service, food, ambiance and value for money. I could go on and on but I promise to keep this brief. What are you looking for when you stay at a Lakes... More

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MissP
Cheshire,UK
2 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

Stayed at the Duck last night, and it was superb. Last time we went it was our honeymoon and we stayed in the Garden Room, which was lovely.This time was a winter Sunday package. Lunch, afternoon tea (couldn't fit it in!), three course a la carte dinner, tea/coffee and paper brought to room, full breakfast AND a packed lunch to... More

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Brian W
Cockermouth
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5 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012
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This is a wonderfully warm and cosy Inn ina most beautiful part of the Lake District. Bedrooms are clean and comfortable and service is warm and friendly. The restaurant serves excellent food in either the main restaurant itself, or in the cosy and intimate bar. The associated micro-brewery results in a great range of beers. Lots of things to do... More

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mark G
Manchester, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012
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Last minute treat to blow away those January blues. We had stayed twice before first in a standard room, then superior and now deluxe. The room was perfect with countryside views. Everything was immaculate. The afternnon tea served in the room was delicious. The staff were more than helpful and avoid any inverted snootiness which characterises many top end hotels.... More

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fran18c
Cheadle, United Kingdom
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3 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2012
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This is one of my favourite hotels in the Uk. Myself and my wife treat ourselves here at least once a year. The hotel is cosy and friendly. The bar is relaxed with great home made brews. The best however is the Restaurant and we always have a great meal here! More

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Sandra I
Kendal, United Kingdom
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3 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012
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We treat ourselves only on special occasions for a meal at the drunken duck. The food always blows me away, The bar and restaurant are very nicly decorated The food is not the cheapest but hey you get what you pay for! The view outside is amazing by far one of the best views around for me We will be... More

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patriciaDubai
Lima, Peru
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93 reviews
49 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012
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We discovered this place by accident, while walking around and were pleasantly surprised. We had lunch once and then came back for dinner. Lovely place and great food. Hope next time we can stay overnight ! Loved the puddings More

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rolaaand
Ayr, United Kingdom
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13 reviews
12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012
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We've eaten here a couple of times now and have been very impressed by the standard of food. Eating at the Drunken Duck is a highlight of our trips to the Lake District. The service tends to be slow given that the place isn't that big, 10 mins for a drink order,another 15 for food order, 30 mins between having... More

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Address: Barngates | Off B5286, Ambleside LA22 0NG, England

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