Chesters by the River
Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside
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In short: Chesters by the River is a cafe in Ambleside, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2,471 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome.
Details checked · source: Google Places
Bright, modern cafe with riverside deck, serving homemade lunch, wood-fired pizza and classic cakes. Summary via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs.
About Chesters by the River
Chesters by the River sits beside the water at Skelwith Bridge, just outside Ambleside. The cafe is bright and modern, with a riverside deck for outdoor seating. It serves breakfast, brunch and lunch, alongside coffee, beer and wine. Wood-fired pizza is available in the evenings, along with dinner and desserts.
The kitchen makes cakes, pastries and savoury bakes in-house. Vegetarian and vegan dishes feature on the menu. Children and dogs are welcome, and takeaway is offered alongside dine-in. The food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.
Menu & facilities
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
What's nearby
- The Talbot Bar next door
- Skelwith Bridge Hotel next door
- Greenbank House 150m away
- Skelwith Force 200m away
- Trevor Woodburn Bridge 300m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Diners like this cafe's delicious and fresh vegetarian and vegan food, including a wide variety of pastries, cakes, and savory bakes. They also highlight the beautiful riverside setting, friendly staff, and reasonable prices.
Some reviews mention the service can be slow.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.4 / 5 (2,471 reviews)
- Price level
- ££
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- No
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5 – Very good
- Destination
- Ambleside
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.
Quick answers
What are the opening hours of Chesters by the River?
Chesters by the River is open Mon–Sun 9am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).
Is Chesters by the River any good?
Chesters by the River is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2,471 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.
Is Chesters by the River dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at Chesters by the River.
Is Chesters by the River good for children?
Yes, Chesters by the River is listed as good for children.
Can you book a table at Chesters by the River?
Chesters by the River does not take reservations, so it is walk-in only.
Does Chesters by the River have vegetarian options?
Yes, Chesters by the River serves vegetarian food.
Does Chesters by the River have outdoor seating?
Yes, there is outdoor seating.
Is Chesters by the River wheelchair accessible?
Chesters by the River has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.
Is there parking at Chesters by the River?
Yes: free car park, paid car park and free street parking.
How do I contact Chesters by the River?
Call Chesters by the River on +44 15394 34711.