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Guests at The Sun Inn can expect a variety of services designed to enhance their stay. Each morning begins with a hearty breakfast, prepared with locally sourced ingredients. The inn's restaurant serves a delicious range of meals, offering a delightful dining experience that showcases local and international flavours. The Sun Inn's pub also offers a great selection of ales and spirits in a warm, relaxing setting. The staff at The Sun Inn are known for their friendly service and are always ready to assist guests, provide advice on local attractions, and help plan activities for a memorable Lake District visit.
Strategically located in Pooley Bridge, The Sun Inn provides easy access to a variety of local attractions and landmarks. A short walk away lies Ullswater Lake, the second largest lake in the Lake District, perfect for boating, fishing, or simply enjoying the beautiful scenery. For hiking enthusiasts, nearby fells such as Helvellyn and High Street offer challenging and scenic routes. Another nearby attraction is Aira Force, a stunning waterfall. A stay at The Sun Inn not only ensures a comfortable and enjoyable accommodation experience but also serves as an excellent base for exploring the rich natural beauty and cultural heritage of the Lake District.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 503 feet / 153.4 metres above sea level
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Breakfast available
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Bar
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TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Garden
Limited Hour Front Desk
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Garden
Limited Hour Front Desk
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Carlisle Lake District Airport Carlisle Cumbria
CA6 4NW
22.9 miles Barrow/Walney Island Airport
Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria
LA14 3YS
38.1 miles
Motorways
M6 Junction 40 Penrith, Keswick
3.7 miles M6 Junction 41
Wigton
5.7 miles M6 Junction 39
Keld
9.9 miles
Railway Stations
Penrith station code = PNR
CA11 7JQ
4.2 miles Langwathby
station code = LGW
CA10 1NA
8.4 miles
Ferry Ports
Hotels near The Sun Inn at Pooley Bridge Penrith
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Dalemain -
CA11 0HB
NY 47417 26657
= boggles.forest.downcast Hotels nearby. 20 minutes walk
CA11 0HB
NY 47417 26657
= boggles.forest.downcast Hotels nearby.
Grade I listed country house near Ullswater in the English Lake District
1.4m / 2.3km -
Mayburgh Henge -
CA10 2BY
NY 52019 28434
= speaker.fishnet.changes Hotels nearby.
3.9m / 6.3km - 58 minutes walk
CA10 2BY
NY 52019 28434
= speaker.fishnet.changes Hotels nearby.
Cared for by English Heritage
3.9m / 6.3km -
Rheged Visitor Centre -
CA11 0DQ
NY 49693 28315
= prefect.stapled.strongman Hotels nearby. 43 minutes walk
CA11 0DQ
NY 49693 28315
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Grass-roofed Lakeland heritage centre and gallery
2.8m / 4.5km -
King Arthurs Round Table -
CA10 2BX
NY 52408 28349
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4m / 6.4km
CA10 2BX
NY 52408 28349
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Cared for by English Heritage, a Neolithic earthwork henge, with clearly defined earth banks dating, dating to around 2000 BC - Free Entry
4m / 6.4km
Little Mell Fell -
CA11 0LS
NY 42298 23992
= lyricist.disband.solo Hotels nearby.
3.1m / 5km - 46 minutes walk
CA11 0LS
NY 42298 23992
= lyricist.disband.solo Hotels nearby.
Little Mell Fell is a small fell at 505 metres 1657 feet, part of the Eastern Fells
Elevation = 505 Meters / 1656.8 Feet3.1m / 5km -
Clifton Hall -
CA10 2EA
NY 53439 27031
= shortcuts.competing.promotes Hotels nearby.
4.2m / 6.8km
CA10 2EA
NY 53439 27031
= shortcuts.competing.promotes Hotels nearby.
Cared for by English Heritage
4.2m / 6.8km
Ullswater Lake -
CA11 0JN
NY 43904 20672
= soils.beast.innovate Hotels nearby. 47 minutes walk
CA11 0JN
NY 43904 20672
= soils.beast.innovate Hotels nearby.
Referred to as just "Ullswater" this is the second largest lake in the Lake District after Windermere and 7.3 miles long. Popular for its beauty and gentle water pursuit's and steamer service that glides majestically along the lake.
3.1m / 5km -
Penrith Castle -
CA11 7EA
NY 51247 29927
= strongly.admiringly.organist Hotels nearby.
4.2m / 6.8km
CA11 7EA
NY 51247 29927
= strongly.admiringly.organist Hotels nearby.
Cared for by English Heritage. the castle was built at the end of the 14th century to defend the border from the Scots, it later became a home for King Richard III. It is now a ruin in a public park though the walls still stand tall. - Free entry
4.2m / 6.8km
Penrith Golf Centre -
CA11 0DR
NY 50472 29021
= kickbacks.mass.tamed Hotels nearby. 52 minutes walk
CA11 0DR
NY 50472 29021
= kickbacks.mass.tamed Hotels nearby.
On the edge of the Lake district, with a 9 hole course and a 16 bay driving range , plus practice putting area Bunker & Pitching area. Golf Lessons and a very well stocked shop
3.5m / 5.6km - View more hotels nearby with distances
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