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The Britannia Inn, Elterwater

A historic Lakeland inn in Elterwater with rooms, real ales, fires and food, positioned for walking in Great Langdale and around Elter Water.

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About The Britannia Inn, Elterwater

The Britannia Inn is a long-established village inn in Elterwater, placing guests directly in the heart of Great Langdale walking country. Its traditional interiors, bar, real ales and food offer the kind of pub-with-rooms experience many visitors look for in the central Lakes, while the village setting gives immediate access to paths around Elter Water, Chapel Stile and the Langdale valleys. Ambleside and Grasmere are close enough for wider services, but the key reason to stay is the ability to step outside and start exploring without driving.

Before you book: room types, dining times, spa access, pet policies, parking arrangements and package inclusions can change. Check the current property and Booking.com terms for your dates before travelling.

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A classic Elterwater stay for walkers who want a proper historic inn, food and drink on site, and the Langdale paths outside the door.

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Last updated 14 August 2026.