Pack Horse Inn
A traditional Keswick pub with flagstone floors and a log fire, offering classic and modern dishes, local beers, and a welcoming atmosphere.
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Pack Horse Inn
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A traditional Keswick pub with flagstone floors and a log fire, offering classic and modern dishes, local beers, and a welcoming atmosphere.
"Fantastic food – we hope they never change the quality. Highly recommend this place!"
Early Bird Deals
Visit between 12-2:30pm for cheaper menu options.
Upstairs Dining Experience
Consider the upstairs area for a different, potentially quieter, dining experience.
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Cuisine
Pub Grub
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+44 17687 71148
Address
Packhorse Ct, Keswick, CA12 5JB, United Kingdom
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Hearty Pub Fare Done Well
Indulge in classic pub favorites and unique dishes, from fish and chips to Moroccan Tagine, all served with generous portions in a cozy atmosphere.
Cozy Atmosphere & Live Music
Enjoy a traditional pub experience with flagstone floors, a log fire, and lively evenings featuring live music and quizzes.
Excellent Vegan & Dietary Options
Delight in a surprisingly diverse menu that caters to various dietary needs, with rave reviews for its flavorful vegan curry.
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Early Bird Deals
Visit between 12-2:30pm for cheaper menu options.
Upstairs Dining Experience
Consider the upstairs area for a different, potentially quieter, dining experience.
Check for Live Music
Enjoy added entertainment by attending one of their live music nights.
Dog-Friendly Downstairs
Pooch-friendly downstairs area perfect for warming up by the fire.
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Early Bird Deals
Visit between 12-2:30pm for cheaper menu options.
Upstairs Dining Experience
Consider the upstairs area for a different, potentially quieter, dining experience.
Check for Live Music
Enjoy added entertainment by attending one of their live music nights.
Dog-Friendly Downstairs
Pooch-friendly downstairs area perfect for warming up by the fire.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
The Pack Horse Inn is a traditional pub praised for its hearty, well-prepared food, friendly staff, and cozy atmosphere. Diners love the generous portions and the welcoming vibe, especially for those with dietary needs. However, some reviews mention blandness in certain dishes and inconsistency in service, with one user noting a strict policy against non-diners occupying tables.
"Pub was quiet when we visited but still had atmosphere. Great wood burner keeping the place warm. Dog friendly.
Had the Packhorse cheeseburger. Loved it. Came with great chips and washed down with a lovely pint.
The staff were friendly and efficient.
Will definitely be coming back here."
Gary Watson
"We ended up at this restaurant by accident — we checked the menu and decided to give it a try. I'm allergic to many things, so I was really happy to find food I could eat, and they also had vegan options 🙏🏻
I ordered the Vegan Curry with wild rice and gluten-free pita. It was the BEST VEGAN CURRY I've ever had — perfectly spicy, the flavors were beautifully balanced, and the texture was AMAZING. Absolutely delicious.
I wanted to order the Vegan Curry to go, but unfortunately, they didn’t have any takeout containers 😟
The next dish was a large salad bowl with grilled chicken. It had cabbage in it (my husband said it was delicious, but I don’t eat cabbage). The salad was simple but tasty — I enjoy simplicity on a plate. The chicken was a bit dry and slightly too salty. But overall, I was really happy with my dish — it pleasantly surprised me and tasted great.
My husband ordered a soup, which was supposed to be with leek and parmesan, but it turned out to be broccoli cream soup instead. It came with a bread roll and he really enjoyed it.
For his main dish, he ordered stewed beef in some kind of sauce with potatoes. The beef pulled apart perfectly — it was super tender, soft in flavor, and not starchy at all. My husband eats a lot of beef and really knows when it's done well vs. when it’s tough — and this one was EXCELLENT. The potatoes had horseradish which added a great touch, and together with the rest of the dish, it was a true taste sensation.
The only downside: they served margarine instead of butter.
MARGARINE IS UNHEALTHY — it should be real butter.
Overall, we highly recommend this place. I left satisfied, full, and without any allergic reaction. Everything was fresh, well-prepared, not burnt, and not greasy.
Fantastic food — we hope they never change the quality.
The ladies behind the bar could be a little friendlier.
The young man delivering the food was very nice.
The interior has a traditional English style.
WE RECOMMEND THIS PLACE FOR THE FOOD – TOTALLY WORTH IT.
10/10"
Bogusława Janik
"Place was nice, as were the staff. Main meals were quite good, though we found the soup of the day (Cauliflower and Parmesan) to be rather bland and watery in taste, very disappointing overall, and the chips whilst nice and chunky were ok, but weren't as good as we've had elsewhere in the region on our trip, or Keswick itself for that matter.
We did find that this place had room for us though for dinner, add it's much bigger inside than other Pubs in the immediate area."
Matt Benson
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the Pack Horse Inn is dog-friendly in the downstairs area, perfect for warming up by the fire.
Yes, the Pack Horse Inn offers vegan options, with the vegan curry receiving particular praise.
Visit during early bird hours (12-2:30pm) for cheaper menu options.
Yes, they often host live music nights, adding to the lively atmosphere.
There's a strict policy that you must order food if you want to sit at a table. You may not be allowed to sit if you only want drinks.
Yes, the upstairs area offers a different dining experience and is fully air-conditioned, though it may not be dog-friendly.
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