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1+ night Barking Britain Offer

06 Dec 2023 — 06 Dec 2025

Our exclusive Barking Britain offers are designed to showcase the Great British Summer. We have worked closely with  The Queen's Head Askham to provide this exclusive offer only available when you book through PetsPyjamas.

  • An overnight stay in a dog-friendly room
  • Breakfast each morning
  • Doggy welcome pack - treat, map of local walks, outdoor exercise area and poo bags
  • A glass of fizz or a soft drink per person on arrival
  • Complimentary access to dog-friendly Askham Hall Gardens (Subject to availability/events)
  • Voucher for 10% off tickets to dog-friendly Lowther Castle & Gardens
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • DOGS STAY FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas
  • Access to VIP loyalty programme, Priority Paws, worth £25 
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food worth £15

Subject to availability and exclusions. T&Cs apply. PetsPyjamas Best Price Guaranteed.

The restaurant is open Thursday to Monday from noon until 7.30pm. The bar is open for drinks Thursday to Monday from noon until 10pm and on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3pm until 10pm.

From £175
2 adults & 1 dog
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Stay Longer and Save: Stay 3 nights midweek and pay 2

04 Jul 2024 — 30 Dec 2024
Save 28%

Extend a wonderful dog-friendly stay at the Queen's Head and enjoy a fantastic offer only available when you book through PetsPyjamas. With a saving of 33%, as well as special PetsPyjamas perks and added value.

Included In This Offer:

  • Stay of 3 nights midweek (and pay only 2)
  • Breakfast each morning
  • Access to 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • DOGS STAY FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas
  • Access to VIP loyalty programme, Priority Paws for even more savings!
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food worth £15

SUGGESTED ITINERARY:

Arrival: Tuesday

  • Arrive at The Queens Head in Askham and check in.
  • Receive a doggy welcome pack, including treats and a map of local walks.
  • Take an afternoon stroll with your pooch around Askham Village.
  • Head to the nearby George and Dragon for a farm-to-table dinner.

Day 1: Wednesday

  • Enjoy a lovely breakfast at the hotel and prepare for a day of doggie adventures.
  • Enjoy the 5k walk around the Lowther Estate, experiencing the beautiful countryside, or hike up Askham Fell to explore ancient sites and stone circles.
  • Pack a picnic to enjoy the scenic views.
  • Have dinner at a local dog-friendly restaurant and head back to the hotel for a cozy night in with your pup.

Day 2: Thursday

  • Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel.
  • Drive to Keswick, the Lake District’s most dog-friendly town.
  • Explore the town’s shops and dog-friendly areas.
  • Visit the Lingholm Estate for a delightful lunch at the Lingholm Kitchen, where dogs are allowed in the café and walled garden.
  • Dine with your dog in the hotel's atmospheric restaurant.
  • Indulge in a meal from the new wood-fired pizza oven, featuring seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.

Day 3: Friday

  • Enjoy your final breakfast at The Queens Head.
  • Spend your final day with your pup in Ullswater, taking a trip on the Ullswater Steamer Cruise.
  • Request your exclusive 10% discount from the hotel to take a scenic cruise on Lake Ullswater with your dog.
  • Enjoy the stunning landscapes from the steamer.
  • If there’s time before your drive home, visit Lowther Castle & Gardens, where you’ll also get 10% off tickets when requested at the hotel.

Subject to availability and exclusions. T&Cs apply. PetsPyjamas Best Price Guaranteed.

Valid for weekday stays only

The restaurant is open Thursday to Monday from noon until 7.30pm. The bar is open for drinks Thursday to Monday from noon until 10pm and on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3pm until 10pm.

From £485 £350
2 adults & 2 dogs
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About this property

The Queen’s Head is a dog-friendly village pub with a difference - lovingly renovated, whilst retaining much of its 17th Century character. You'll have everything you need and want from a dog-friendly cosy country pub – a roaring fire in the Winter, a copper-topped bar, original stone walls and exposed-beam ceilings, fabulous breakfast and stylish rooms plus a wonderful welcome for you and your four legged friend.

The Queen's Head was restored by its owner, Charles Lowther, who absolutely loves dogs and whose family has 10 in total. Your dog will no doubt rub noses with the locals and their dogs. The hotel's decor is stylish, a blend of rustic charm and contemporary comfort. The bedrooms, in particular, have a distinct country house style, and are furnished with both antiques and bold wallpaper. The use of carefully selected antiques adds a touch of character to each room, infusing a sense of history and heritage, creating a space where guests can unwind in an environment that feels both luxurious and familiar.

The country inn serves a full English Lowther Estate breakfast and the bar is open for drinks and bar snacks. Evening meals are not available at present however you could dine at our nearby sister pub the George and Dragon Clifton, just a short drive away. Here the menu showcases the very best of local produce, featuring hearty dishes that reflect the richness of the Cumbrian cuisine (advance booking essential).

The location is ideal for nature lovers, surrounded as it is with amazing walks in the picturesque Cumbrian countryside. So whether you fancy a leisurely stroll with your dog or a more adventurous hike up Cat Bells, Loughrigg Fell or Scafell Pike, the hotel is the perfect getaway for you and your furry friend. This delightful country pub, which is situated in the charming village of Askham, makes dogs feel that little bit special - providing them with a doggy welcome pack including treats and a map of local walks.

Dine with Your Dog

Dine with your dog in the hotel's atmospheric restaurant from Thursday to Monday. In early 2024, the restaurant underwent a complete makeover, introducing a new state-of-the-art wood-fired pizza oven alongside a fresh menu featuring pizzas, sides, and desserts. The pizza menu changes with the seasons, with ingredients sourced from local or artisan suppliers. Produce such as wild garlic, wild mushrooms, chilies, sausages, and chicken are featured on the menu. Where possible, produce is grown and foraged by the hotel. The dog-friendly restaurant is open from midday to 7:30 pm from Thursday to Monday. No reservations are required. When the restaurant is closed, or when you fancy a change in scenery, explore one of the many dog-friendly restaurants and pubs in and around Askham.

Bow wow factor

Has to be the dog-friendly atmosphere - the owner Charles absolutely loves dogs and there's a stylish relaxed atmosphere your dog will pick up and feel totally at home. You'll also get great walks from the door!

Need to know

Dogs Stay FREE
Dogs Stay FREE
Car Parking
Car Parking
Dine With Pet
Dine With Pet
Enclosed Garden/Patio
Enclosed Garden/Patio
Family Rooms
Family Rooms
Garden Or Patio
Garden Or Patio
Pub Within 1 Mile
Pub Within 1 Mile
Restaurant
Restaurant
Rural
Rural
WiFi
WiFi

Bedrooms & Suites

All the Queen's Head's bedrooms and dog-friendly. Each one is individual in style, but all retain much of their original character and furnished with antique furniture, good beds, soft linens, generous toiletries, bathrobes and tea and coffee from Farrers in Kendal. Most of the bedrooms are large enough for families and all our bedrooms are dog friendly - some large enough for up to three dogs.

Family room x 3

Large family bedrooms with super king bed, a separate annex bedroom, bunk bed, or sofa bed, plus a good size bathroom with drench shower and separate bathroom. First Dog Stays Free - Additional Dogs will be charged at £15 per dog/stay
Accommodates

2 adults   3 pets   2 infants

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Standard Double room x 2

Charming double bedrooms with a super king bed and ensuite bathroom. Some of the rooms have exposed beam ceilings and small seating areas. First Dog Stays Free - Additional Dogs will be charged at £15 per dog/stay
Accommodates

2 adults   2 pets  

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Superior Twin (Accessible)

This is a spacious bedroom with antique twin beds from the family collection with good-sized bathroom and shower wet room. This is a ground floor room to the rear of the pub with no steps so suitable for a wheelchair. It offers space for one extra bed for children. First Dog Stays Free - Additional Dogs will be charged at £15 per dog/stay
Accommodates

2 adults   2 pets  

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Dog-Friendly Nearby

The Inn is surrounded by wonderful walks for you and your dog around the village including a 5k walk around the Lowther Estate, walk up Askham Fell with its ancient sites and stone circles and visit Heaughscar Hill with stunning views of Ullswater. Also visit Keswick, the Lake District's most dog-friendly town, and take a stroll to the fabulously dog-friendly Lingholme Estate - have lunch at the Lingholme kitchen, climb Cat Bells or take a dog-friendly lake cruise across Derwentwater.

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