Lake District (Cumbria) · Distillery visit
The Lakes Distillery
WhiskyGinVodkaTours & tastings
Excellent value and unusually inclusive — three spirits, a stunning Lake District setting, and dog- and family-friendly, with a bistro for dinner. A natural stop on any Lakes holiday; just plan to drive.
At a glance
- Spirit
- Whisky, Gin, Vodka
- Where
- Bassenthwaite, Lake District (Cumbria)
- Tours
- Yes — guided tours & tastings
- Booking
- Book at lakesdistillery.com; walk-ins welcome but booking is recommended in peak season.
- Getting there
- Setmurthy, near Bassenthwaite Lake — off the A66, then a mile on the B5291; a car is effectively essential (~2 hours from Manchester).
- Best time
- Daily, roughly 10:00–18:00 (to 17:00 Sun–Thu); bistro open evenings Fri–Sat.
Why visit
- Three spirits in one visit — whisky, gin and vodka — in a converted Victorian farm
- Inside the Lake District National Park, by Bassenthwaite Lake
- Exceptional value: £15 for a tour and three tastings, plus a £5 bottle voucher
- Dog-friendly and family-friendly (ages 6+); on-site bistro for dinner
Worth knowing
- A car is effectively essential; public transport is limited
- The single malt is still young as a brand; the Lakes is very busy (and pricey) in summer
Tours & experiences
- Distillery Tour & Tasting1 hour · from £15
Multi-sensory tour, three tastings (whisky, gin, vodka) and a £5 bottle voucher (£5 for teens 13–17).
Tour details and prices change seasonally — confirm with the distillery before you travel.
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