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The Fat Lamb, Ravenstonedale, CA17 4LL, United Kingdom

#4 of 4 hotels in Ravenstonedale

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Review Score

Based on 224 hotel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free Wifi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: June 16, 2024

    7.0
    very good staff,always busy,but always very helpful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    the weather

    All very good,would stay again.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 18, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Ok

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 10, 2024

    9.0
    Great stay at The Fat Lamb!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It definitely had its country feel to it, but also like we had stopped off at an American fuel station/nick-nack pub. Adored all of the pieces that they've gotten together all throughout the years to make it feel comfortable. And it definitely was indeed. We took our dog and they were very friendly with us all. It definitely had a homely feeling. The room was very clean and comfortable and had everything you needed. Thank you all again and for also helping me in the morning with the ice and making sure I was okay. (Fell in the shower). The staff were lovely and very efficient. The food was also great, although it could have done with a bit more variety on the menu as some folks can be picky and wasn't too sure on the menu. Other than that. Fab!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    8.0
    Mini Motor Museum
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing. Maybe time for new bedding with a nice duvet and pillows but definitely not a deal breaker.

    Idyllic spot. The pub is also a wonderful mini motor museum so there's lots to see and look at. Fabulous walking on the doorstep. A friendly welcome and nice evening meal. Proper pub grub. Our room was a little tired and dated but spotlessly clean. Thank you 😊

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: November 7, 2023

    9.0
    All that a country inn should be. Meals excellent and staff friendly, with local knowledge.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night

    Location was lovely, right in the middle of the countryside.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: October 24, 2023

    8.0
    Lovely place to stay on our stop over to Scotland
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Great location and able to take dogs

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 14, 2023

    7.0
    Comfortable stay in a lovely location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Reception rather unwelcoming. Desk in front hall but staff member seated in office behind with his back to the front door. Dining was not in separate room but just at tables in the bar. I was on my own and felt conspicuous. There was no information of any kind in the room (except fire drill info). It would have been good to have confirmation of meal times and some info about the history of what was clearly a very old property. Food lovely but prices rather high for food and drink.

    The location was very convenient because I was meeting family nearby. The scenery was stunning. Plenty of room for parking. The food was excellent and service good. Room comfortable.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 24, 2023

    7.0
    Friends wedding stay
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Rooms not very sound proof

    Quaint olde worlde feel

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 14, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Location good for walks, good breakfast, nice old style country pub and hotel.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 12, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Lovely hotel, would definitely use again.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: September 11, 2023

    9.0
    We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay and would recommend the Fat Lamb to our friends.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The much vaunted nature reserve in much need of urgent maintenance, and the 2 foot-bridges are positively dangerous, and should be fenced off! We could only hear and not see the water-fowl!

    I enjoyed excellent poached egg on toast, and buttered kipper fillets next morning. We both enjoyed ceral, fruit juice and toast, coffee served by friendly staff.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 9, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room was on small side for the room rate

    Friendly helpful staff and the meal in the evening was delicious (didn’t have breakfast so can’t comment on this)

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bedroom a bit tired; now expect a king size bed. Given this was a disabled room it would be very tight for a disabled person with partner

    Breakfast fine, not exceptional

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2023

    9.0
    Great but could be exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bathroom a little dated

    Most aspects

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Room quite small and cramped and the bed a bit uncomfortable.

    The staff were all extremely welcoming and friendly, which made all the difference. Beautiful, peaceful location.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2023

    9.0
    relaxing and enjoyable stay
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    no fan in room had to purchase one from closest town

    lovely and quiet stay nice big garden and friendly staff. pets made to feel very welcome

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: July 6, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Really helpful staff. Room very nice and breakfast ideal to set up the day.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 18, 2023

    8.0
    Friendly welcome. I had a wonderful dinner but 2 if our party of 4 were less pleased. Nice view from the room, a bath as
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Small bed.

    Good food, great location, lovely staff.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 2, 2023

    8.0
    A cozy, warm and lovely place to disconnect from the city.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My only “complaint “ is that it was a bit noisy in the evening, from our room it was a noise coming from de roof, but it wasn’t for too long.

    This hotel was charming and the style was just a we expected to be for a night out of the city.!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful and historic Inn with great charm and a lovely location. The room was very comfortable and spacious and waking up to that view was a trip highlight. Enjoyable evening meal with a great choice on the menu and great breakfast cooked to order.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2023

    8.0
    Perfect and would definitely recommend and would definitely stay again and probably will.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room very, very small and tiny TV which meant my deaf wife could not read the subtitles. That's it as everything else was excellent.

    Amazing setting, very quiet and a lovely walk around the nature reserve. Fantastic staff, very efficient and friendly. Fabulous food, quick service.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2023

    7.0
    not value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    we were in room 2 avoid it the fab for kitchen is under window noise was terrible said it went off at 9 which it didn’t it was 9.30 for 10 mins then back on so had to ask again you come away for a bit peace and quiet not to listen to that day / night the room was very small for £160 a night and I would expect a bit of luxury

    location fantastic views amazing

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2023

    9.0
    Good hotel in Excellent location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Television could have been bigger

    Ideal location for us to visit relatives and explore Good food large portions

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: February 20, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    large comfy room, huge breakfast, easy exit out to let dog out! Staff lovely. Very dog friendly.

    Stayed in February 2023

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