# Watermill Inn, Kendal — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.6/5 from 900 Google reviews. Cosy pub and microbrewery offering casual fare, a fireplace and a beer garden, plus 8 modern rooms. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/kendal/restaurants/watermill-inn (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Bar & Grill # Watermill Inn Ings, Kendal [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=11000855866719911305&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Watermill Inn](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/112943273655675064714) **In short:** Watermill Inn is a bar & grill in Kendal, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 900 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places Cosy pub and microbrewery offering casual fare, a fireplace and a beer garden, plus 8 modern rooms. Summary via Google ## About Watermill Inn Watermill Inn is a pub and microbrewery near Kendal offering casual food, real ales brewed on-site and eight letting rooms. The bar has a fireplace and beer garden, with parking and outdoor seating available. Dishes include steak and ale pie and game banners and mash, served in generous portions. The venue takes bookings, welcomes children and groups, and allows dogs. Locally brewed beers are available to take away. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Watermill Inn's own website](https://lakelandpub.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Friday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Saturday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Sunday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM ## What's nearby - Meadowcroft Country Guest House 150m away - E S Hartley Motorhomes || Ings Showroom 200m away - bp 200m away - The Hill BnB 250m away - Ings Kippers Campsite and Shepherds Hut 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this pub offers delicious, well-cooked food with generous portions, including popular dishes like steak and ale pie and game bangers and mash. They also highlight the excellent selection of locally brewed real ales and beers, which are often available to take away. Visitors appreciate the friendly, welcoming staff and the dog-friendly atmosphere, with convenient parking and outdoor seating options. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (900 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Kendal Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/299694). [More restaurants in Kendal](https://staycation.co.uk/kendal/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (900 reviews) [Visit official website](https://lakelandpub.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01539 821309](tel:01539821309) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Kendal **Plus Code** 9C6V94JV+5Q ### 🏨 Places to stay near Kendal Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DKendal%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/kendal/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/kendal/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Watermill Inn? Watermill Inn is open Mon–Sun 11am–11pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Watermill Inn any good? Watermill Inn is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 900 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Watermill Inn good for children? Yes, Watermill Inn is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Watermill Inn? Yes, Watermill Inn takes reservations. ### How do I contact Watermill Inn? Call Watermill Inn on +44 1539 821309. ## More near Watermill Inn ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Watermill Inn & Brewery ★ 4.6 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/staveley/hotels/the-watermill-inn-brewery) - [Meadowcroft Guest House ★ 4.8 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/windermere/hotels/meadowcroft-guest-house) - [Lile Hullets 3 Seed Howe Cottages ★ 4.7 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/staveley/hotels/lile-hullets-3-seed-howe-cottages) - [Riverside Cottage with secure bike storage 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/staveley/hotels/riverside-cottage-with-secure-bike-storage) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Burnthwaite Cottage next door](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/burnthwaite-cottage-cc129259) - [Topiary Cottage ★ 5.0 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/topiary-cottage-syk924892) - [Gowan Cottage ★ 4.6 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/gowan-cottage-syk1041483) - [Millrace Cottage 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/millrace-cottage-syk1042040) ### Campsites nearby - [Ings Mill Park ★ 4.7 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cumbria/camping/ings-mill-park) - [Gowan Bank Farm ★ 5.0 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/windermere/camping/gowan-bank-farm) - [Kentmere Farm Pods ★ 5.0 · 1.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/kendal/camping/kentmere-farm-pods) - [Allan Tarn Escapes ★ 4.9 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ulverston/camping/allan-tarn-escapes) ### Things to do nearby - [Crags Adventures ★ 5.0 · 2.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/windermere/attractions/crags-adventures) - [Windermere Jetty Museum ★ 4.6 · 2.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bowness-on-windermere/attractions/windermere-jetty-museum) - [The World of Beatrix Potter ★ 4.5 · 2.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bowness-on-windermere/attractions/the-world-of-beatrix-potter) - [Critter Creek Adventure Golf ★ 4.8 · 2.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/windermere/attractions/critter-creek-adventure-golf)