The Queens Head inn, Askham is a traditional local village inn dating back from 1674.
The Queen's Head, Askham
Askham is just 6 miles from the M6 motorway and the town of Penrith and yet is a quiet picturesque village within the Lake District National Park. Ullswater is nearby and Haweswater is approximately 5 miles down the road.
The Queens Head is located in the heart of the village near the Village stores, the Toy works, Post Office and the community center.
Queen's Head Public Bar
The main bar has a host of fine ales (and 2 fires) to greet folk on a cold winter night.
"The Queens" as it is known by locals is popular with tourists and local people alike. Visitors to the area are always welcome in this friendly pub and village.
The pool room, naturally has a pool table and also has a warming fire.
Queen's Head Restaurant
Under the care of Carrie and Keith Wray the pub now has an excellent new menu serving lunch and dinner every day with daily specials that regularly change to take advantage of local and seasonal variety. People can choose to eat in the main bar or in the newly refurbished restaurant.
Off-site activities include fishing and shooting by prior arrangement. People keen on walking can walk up to the moors to see views above Ullswater and walk down into Pooley Bridge in roughly an hour.
The Queens Head also provides good quality accommodation with three tastefully furnished en-suite bedrooms and accommodates pets.