The Fat Lamb Country Inn And Nature Reserve, Ravenstonedale ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

The Fat Lamb, Ravenstonedale, United Kingdom, CA17 4LL

The Fat Lamb Country Inn And Nature Reserve is a traditional 4-star inn located just south of Ravenstonedale. Surrounded by the diverse landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales and Howgill Fells, it serves as an excellent base for countryside enthusiasts and walkers. Guests can explore the natural beauty of the nearby North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With a long history of accommodating travelers, the inn offers a unique and serene retreat.

Location

The Fat Lamb is centrally located in the heart of the North Country, offering easy access to the Dales Countryside Museum and Appleby Castle. It is surrounded by spectacular walking terrain, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, situated 78 km from the inn.

Rooms

The Fat Lamb Country Inn features rooms with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. Accommodations include a double room with an en suite wet room that is wheelchair accessible. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, and complimentary toiletries. Families can choose rooms that accommodate up to two adults and two children under 12.

Eat & Drink

The inn houses a fine dining restaurant that serves a seasonal à la carte menu. Guests can choose from an extensive selection that includes a 4-course table d'hôte option. Dishes are crafted by chefs utilizing local ingredients and seasonal produce. Dining is available in both the restaurant and bar.

Leisure & Business

Guests may take advantage of amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas and a picnic area. The inn offers a tour planning service for guests looking to explore the area. There are designated Camper Van Pitches available for those traveling with motorhomes. All facilities aim to provide first-class assistance and excellent service throughout the stay.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room Disability Access

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Family Room

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

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1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin Room

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2 persons

15 m²

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Getting around

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City Centre

Ravenstonedale 1.3 km

Airports

Durham Tees Valley (MME) 81.0 km

Carlisle Lake District (CAX) 82.3 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

I was thrilled with the breakfast selection, especially the perfectly poached eggs and buttered kippers that fueled my day.view full review

Spacious Comfort

My room was impressively large, featuring a super comfy bed and ample storage which made my stay incredibly relaxing.view full review

Thoughtful Support

I truly appreciated the attentive assistance I received after my fall in the shower; it made all the difference in my stay.view full review

Cozy Atmosphere

The hotel had a wonderfully inviting and warm atmosphere that made every moment feel cozy and homely, perfect for relaxation.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

The Fat Lamb, Ravenstonedale, United Kingdom, CA17 4LL

Map view

The Fat Lamb, Ravenstonedale, United Kingdom, CA17 4LL

City landmarks

old mine workings

2.3 km

The Scar Gallery

2.3 km

old lead mines

2.8 km

Street Farm Kirkby Stephen

Stonetrail Riding Centre

2.9 km

Castle

Pendragon Castle

4.2 km

workings

3.5 km

quarry

3.5 km

tip

3.6 km

Main St

St Oswalds Church

3.9 km

Lammerside Castle

4.1 km

Wild Boar Fell

4.0 km

Smardale

Smardale Gill Nature Reserve

4.7 km

Church of St Mary

4.4 km

Newbiggin-on-Lune Methodist Church

4.5 km

ancient settlement

4.6 km

Wharton Hall

4.9 km

2 Mile Walk on a Public Footpath

Water Cut Sculpture

6.0 km

Nateby Road

Temperance Hall Museum of Costume and Tea Room

6.6 km

Restaurants

Fat Lamb Country Inn

20 m

Restaurant

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

68%

liked the hotel and would stay again

cozy atmosphere

beautiful views

dated rooms

mixed dining experience

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

6.7

Location

7.3

Service

7.0

Dining

6.0

Mike

United Kingdom, December 2023

7.0/10

The hotel has a quirky old 'Vehicles' themed decoration and offers beautiful views over the North Yorkshire Dales. The rooms, despite being small as expected in this countryside property, had extremely squeaky floorboards and were smokey despite being non-smoking, impacting the room quality. The dining experience was superb, but the lack of proper explanation for an additional charge was disappointing.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms, though small as expected in this type of country property, had very creaky floorboards and were extremely smokey despite being marked as non-smoking.

Service

7.0

However, overheard conversations about maximizing profits from customers dampened the positive experience.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located in the fantastic landscape on the edge of the North Yorkshire Dales, offering great views over the Dales in most directions.

Dining

7.0

The dining was superb, but the lack of proper explanation for an additional cost was disappointing. Good selection of locally caught fish and excellent Gins were available.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had some excellent facilities, with a good bar, but lack of clarity on additional costs impacted the overall experience.

George

United Kingdom, September 2023

7.2/10

The hotel had clean rooms with facilities for making drinks, but overall, they appeared dated, shabby, and had an unpleasant smell. The service was welcoming and friendly, although there were some areas that needed improvement. The dining experience was mixed, with some meals being very good while others fell short. Despite its flaws, the hotel provided a cozy setting with a roaring fire and unique decor in the bar area.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, despite being a bit dated and shabby, were clean and had facilities for making drinks.

Service

7.0

The service was generally welcoming and friendly.

Location

8.0

Dining

6.0

The dining experience had its ups and downs, with some meals being very good while others were disappointing.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provided a cozy setting with a roaring fire and unique decor in the bar area.

cozy atmosphere

dated rooms

John

United Kingdom, July 2023

6.4/10

I absolutely loved the convenience of having a ground floor room, perfect for my dog, with excellent internet access, a walk-in shower, fresh towels daily, and a nice touch of tea and coffee in the room. The view over the fells was simply breathtaking. However, I felt the hotel needs updating and might not fully live up to its 4-star status. Being a bit isolated in the wilderness could be a bit unsettling, especially for nighttime arrivals.

Rooms

8.0

I was impressed with the ground floor room, ideal for my dog, and the amenities like the walk-in shower and the daily fresh towels were a nice treat. The fantastic view over the fells added to the charm.

Service

7.0

The staff was attentive and tried to make our stay enjoyable. However, the approach of trying to get more money from walk-in customers was a bit off-putting.

Location

6.0

While the location is perfect for exploring the wilderness and observing the sheep and stone walls, it is quite isolated and not the most convenient to reach, especially in the dark. It lacks nearby walking distance attractions for the evenings.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a bit disappointing with limited choices and overpriced options. However, the availability of a welcome drink was a nice touch.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities could use some updating to match the overall experience. However, the proximity to the nature reserve added a nice touch to the surroundings.

Scenic views

Isolated location