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As you plan your itinerary for next season, allow us to offer some well tried ideas or some completely new ones. Whatever arrangement you have made to visit the Lake District you can always be assured of a warm welcome at the Skiddaw Hotel, at any time during the day to suit your itinerary and where quality and service is our top priority.

A Day at the Theatre
Enjoy a two course lunch in the comfortable air conditioned restaurant at the Skiddaw Hotel before you take a leisurely 5 minute walk to the Theatre by the Lake to see one of the many interesting matinee performances. Alternatively, visit the theatre fi rst then enjoy a luxurious afternoon tea or a 2 course high tea at the Skiddaw Hotel.

After a 5 million pound investment the Theatre by the Lake is a sensational destination for groups of all sizes and ages. With its setting in the most spectacular lake district scenery it offers high quality performances in superb surroundings.
Theatre packages from: £19.50

Lake Cruises
Enjoy a short stroll through the picturesque town of Keswick down to Lake Derwentwater. The hour long cruise reveals the beautiful lakeside scenery and includes either lunch, a Cumbrian afternoon tea or a 2 course high tea at the Skiddaw Hotel as your itinerary allows.
Cruise package from: £12.50

A Step into Another World
A visit to Cumbria's newest attraction. Enjoy a meal at the Skiddaw Hotel prior or after a visit to the Rheged Discovery Centre. This visitor attraction is named after Cumbria's Celtic Kingdom and is Europe's largest grass covered building with a variety of fascinating shops, exhibitions and demonstrations throughout the day. The centre boasts Europe's largest cinema screen (as big as 8 double-decker buses) showing large format movies such as Everest, the Lost Kingdom and
Shackletons Antartic Adventure. An interesting day out for all age groups.
Rheged Centre package from: £15.00

A Visit to a Stately Home and Gardens
Mirehouse is only a 10 minute journey from the Skiddaw Hotel and is well worth a visit. Get a feel for the "Upstairs downstairs" era and admire this lovely house owned by the Spedding family dating back to 1666. On many days Mr. Spedding takes delight in showing the visitors around himself and his memories and the history of the house
are fascinating. Take a stroll around the beautiful gardens and woodland and return to Keswick and the Skiddaw Hotel for refreshments.
Mirehouse Package from: £16.00

Groups Welcome
From £48.00 Dinner Bed & Breakfast.

At the Skiddaw Hotel everyone receives fi rst class attention and service. With 40 comfortable en-suite rooms, full cooked breakfast and 3 course table d'hote evening meal followed by fresh coffee and mints, all served in the elegant surroundings of our restaurant "31 The Square".

For further information, please contact our Sales Manager who will be happy to help






FACILITIES AT A GLANCE
‡ 40 en-suite bedrooms, with colour TV and Sky channels, tea & coffee making facilities, hairdryer and telephone
‡ 90 seater air-conditioned restaurant
‡ Lounge bar, air-conditioned in the summer, log fires in winter
‡ Residents lounge
‡ Functions for up to 100 guests
‡ Conference facilities for up to 90 delegates
‡ Lift to all floors
FREE PARKING to Coaches for both meal stops and overnight stays.Vouchers can be obtained from the Reception Desk



Luncheon & High Tea Menus

Please choose your selection from one menu


Menu 1
Roast Breast of Turkey served with a Chestnut and Cranberry Fondue
Home-made Fish Pie layered between Cheese Potatoes topped with a Herb and Roast Garlic Crumb
The above are served with potatoes & fresh seasonal vegetables
Steamed Jam Roly Poly served with Custard
Fruits of the Forest Cheesecake served with Chantilly Cream
£8.75 per person
Tea or Coffee 95p
Menu 2
Pan Seared Lamb Steak served with a Mint & Redcurrant Jus
Borrowdale Trout rolled in Savoury Crumb pan fried and served with a Shrimp and Lime Butter
The above are served with potatoes & fresh seasonal vegetables
Apple and Cinnamon Crumble served with Custard
Exotic Fruits Delice served with a Duo of Fruit Coulis
£8.75 per person
Tea or Coffee 95p
Menu 3
Stir Fried Beef Tuscany Style Tomatoes, Onions, Mushrooms, Garlic, Tarragon & Red Wine fi nished with Cream. Accompanied by Savoury Mash
Fillet of Scottish Salmon poached in White Wine & Herbs served with a Cucumber, Dill & Yoghurt Dressing
The above are served with potatoes & fresh seasonal vegetables
Hot Chocolate Pudding served with a White Chocolate Sauce
Fresh Fruit Vacherin with Fruit Coulis
£8.75 per person
Tea or Coffee 95p
Menu 4
Griddled Supreme of Chicken on a nest of Thai Special Vegetables
Battered fillet of Haddock filled with
Fresh Buttered Spinach Leaves, upon a Sorrel & Watercress Sauce
The above are served with potatoes & fresh seasonal vegetables
Eves Pudding served with Custard
Baked Strawberry Cheesecake served with Vanilla Ice Cream
£8.75 per person
Tea or Coffee 95p
Menu 5
Loin of Pork stuffed with Apricots & Brie on a Roast Apple & Brandy Sauce
Fillet of Plaice stuffed with Crab Mousse, on a Fish Sauce
The above are served with potatoes & fresh seasonal vegetables
Baked Alaska served with Vanilla Ice Cream & a Compote of Summer Fruits
Steamed Syrup & Ginger Pudding served with Vanilla Sauce
£9.50 per person
Tea or Coffee 95p
Menu 6
Home-made Tomato & Tarragon Soup served with a fresh Bread Roll
Fan of Honeydew Melon served with a Fruit Coulis
Roast Rump of Beef brushed with Mustard with a Shallot & Red Wine
Sauce and Herb Yorkshire Puddings
Battered Fillet of Cod served with Home-made Caper & Anchovy Mayonnaise
The above are served with potatoes & fresh seasonal vegetables
Prune & Armangac Pudding served with Butterscotch Sauce
White & Dark Chocolate Mousse served with Raspberry Coulis
£11.95 per person
Tea or Coffee 95p
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The Skiddaw Hotel
Main Street
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5BN

Tel: 01768 772071
Fax: 01768 774850
Email: skiddawhotel@lakedistricthotels.net