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Welcome to Bassenthwaite Lake Station

A Unique Experience and an Amazing Café!

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Service was 5 star +. Food was excellent, Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Beautiful surroundings, lovely, lovely staff who couldn't do enough for us. Thank you so much. 

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July 24

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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. 

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Enjoy breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea aboard the replica Orient Express train.

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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.

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Opening Times

Open 7 days a week until 5pm:

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Takeaway drinks for early-birds from 8am

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Breakfast: 9am - 10:30am

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Lunch: 11am - 3pm

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Afternoon Tea: 11am - 3pm

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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.

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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:

  • Accessibility, inclusivity and a warm welcome for everyone.

  • Create special memories and experiences.

  • Provide delicious, fresh food and outstanding customer service.

  • Contribute positively to our community.

  • Reduce our environmental impact and enhance wildlife.

Upcoming Events

  • Which Grape? Wine Tasting
    Which Grape? Wine Tasting
    Which Grape? Wine Tasting
    Thu, 07 Nov
    Bassenthwaite
    07 Nov 2024, 18:30 – 21:10
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    07 Nov 2024, 18:30 – 21:10
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    Can you identify the grape variety from a list? This tasting should be fun and interractive, suitable for beginners and experts alike.
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  • 3rd December Festive Flavours Wine Tasting
    3rd December Festive Flavours Wine Tasting
    3rd December Festive Flavours Wine Tasting
    Tue, 03 Dec
    Bassenthwaite
    03 Dec 2024, 18:30 – 21:20
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    03 Dec 2024, 18:30 – 21:20
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    The 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.
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  • Christmas Wine Tasting - Festive Flavours
    Christmas Wine Tasting - Festive Flavours
    Christmas Wine Tasting - Festive Flavours
    Thu, 05 Dec
    Bassenthwaite
    05 Dec 2024, 18:30 – 21:30
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    05 Dec 2024, 18:30 – 21:30
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    Taste five tasty morsels from our festive afternoon tea and pair with up to ten wines to help you decide your favourite combinations for the big day.
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  • Christmas Carol Singing
    Christmas Carol Singing
    Christmas Carol Singing
    Sun, 22 Dec
    Bassenthwaite
    22 Dec 2024, 16:00 – 18:00
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    22 Dec 2024, 16:00 – 18:00
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    With Cockermouth Mechanics Brass Band, A free, charity event in aid of The Calvert Trust
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  • Whiskey or Whisky? Ireland v Scotland go head to head
    Whiskey or Whisky? Ireland v Scotland go head to head
    Whiskey or Whisky? Ireland v Scotland go head to head
    Thu, 23 Jan
    Bassenthwaite
    23 Jan 2025, 18:30 – 21:10
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    23 Jan 2025, 18:30 – 21:10
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    Both fabulous producers, in this tasting we will pitch Ireland and Scotland head to head to help us decide
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  • Simply France - French Wines and Cheese Tasting
    Simply France - French Wines and Cheese Tasting
    Simply France - French Wines and Cheese Tasting
    Thu, 06 Feb
    Bassenthwaite
    06 Feb 2025, 18:30 – 21:10
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    06 Feb 2025, 18:30 – 21:10
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    Discover your favourite combinations. Stripy t-shirts encouraged!!
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Foraging Workshop with Forage Box

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