Welcome
Situated opposite the scenic Dubwath Silver Meadows nature reserve, Bassenthwaite Lake Station is a Café in a restored railway station with a full size replica steam train on the former Cockermouth to Keswick line.
Meals are served from 9am until 3pm. Takeaway drinks can be served from 8am.
Enjoy breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea aboard the replica Orient Express train.
Our customers can enjoy a short level walk along the platform through the woodland and wild flower meadow or enjoy a peaceful few minutes in the bird hide overlooking the wildlife pond.
Opening Times
Open 7 days a week until 5pm:
Takeaway drinks for early-birds from 8am
Breakfast: 9am - 10:30am
Lunch: 11am - 3pm
Afternoon Tea: 11am - 3pm
Christmas Eve - close at 3pm prompt
27th December, re-open at 10.30 for brunch bookings. No breakfasts served on 27th.
Closed Christmas, Boxing and New Year's Day.
Booking is strongly advised. Tables on the train seat four and two. Larger groups will be seated on adjacent tables. It is not possible to guarantee any specific table though we will try and accomodate any special requests.
Our Mission Statement and Core Values
Our Mission is to create a successful, resilient business, secure stable, good quality employment and provide a memorable and special visitor experience with minimum environmental impact and maximum community contribution.
This commitment is driven by our Core Values which are:
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Accessibility, inclusivity and a warm welcome for everyone.
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Create special memories and experiences.
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Provide delicious, fresh food and outstanding customer service.
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Contribute positively to our community.
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Reduce our environmental impact and enhance wildlife.
Upcoming Events
- Thu, 07 NovBassenthwaite07 Nov 2024, 18:30 – 21:10Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
- Tue, 03 DecBassenthwaite03 Dec 2024, 18:30 – 21:20Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK03 Dec 2024, 18:30 – 21:20Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UKThe Thursday event sold out in a week so we have added another date for this special annual tasting where wines will be paired with five items from our festive afternoon teas and other christmas treats.
- Thu, 05 DecBassenthwaite05 Dec 2024, 18:30 – 21:30Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
- Sun, 22 DecBassenthwaite22 Dec 2024, 16:00 – 18:00Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
- Thu, 23 JanBassenthwaite23 Jan 2025, 18:30 – 21:10Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
- Thu, 06 FebBassenthwaite06 Feb 2025, 18:30 – 21:10Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK