# Forest Diner, Penrith — Reviews & Opening Hours > Forest Diner — Restaurant in Penrith with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.3/5 from 44 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/penrith/restaurants/forest-diner (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Restaurant ££ # Forest Diner Temple Sowerby, Penrith [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15601647888156168404&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/) **In short:** Forest Diner is a restaurant in Penrith, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 44 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓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 Forest Diner Forest Diner sits within Center Parcs Whinfell Forest near Temple Sowerby. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, alongside coffee, beer, wine and cocktails. Fish and chips, Sunday roast and carvery feature on the menu, with gluten-free options available. A children's menu is offered. Outdoor seating is available, and the diner accommodates groups and takes bookings. The food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. Some diners note the menu range can be limited. ## Menu & facilities 🥪 Lunch 🍽️ Dinner ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🍰 Dessert menu 🌤️ Outdoor seating 🍽️ Kids menu 🍴 Dine-in ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM ## What's nearby - Subtropical Swimming Paradise 250m away - Aqua Sana Forest Spa Lake District 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's tasty food, including the fish and chips, Sunday roast, and carvery, with good gluten-free choices and a children's menu. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, the stunning lake views, and the spotless restrooms. Some reviews mention the menu can be limited. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.3 / 5 (44 reviews) **Price level** ££ **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Penrith Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/307466). [More restaurants in Penrith](https://staycation.co.uk/penrith/restaurants) ★ 4.3 (44 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £30 ### Quick Facts **Destination** Penrith **Plus Code** 9C6VJ8PR+7V ### 🏨 Places to stay near Penrith 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%3DPenrith%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/penrith/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/penrith/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Forest Diner? Forest Diner is open Mon–Sun 9am–10pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Forest Diner any good? Forest Diner is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 44 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Forest Diner good for children? Yes, Forest Diner is listed as good for children. There is a children's menu. ### Can you book a table at Forest Diner? Yes, Forest Diner takes reservations. ### Does Forest Diner have outdoor seating? Yes, there is outdoor seating. ### Is Forest Diner wheelchair accessible? Forest Diner has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Forest Diner? 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