Picnics at Another Place, The Lake
Our 18-acre grounds provide the ideal setting for an English summer afternoon, whether you’re enjoying a leisurely picnic on the lakeshore or taking in the sweeping fell views.
For those feeling more adventurous, venture out in our guest Land Rover with a picnic packed full of savoury and sweet snacks, for a day spent exploring the great outdoors.
Picnics are available for both resident and non-residents.
Ways to picnic
Picnic on the grounds
Stretch out in the meadow with views across Ullswater, find a shady spot under the trees, or wander down to the jetty and sit close to the water.
Collect your picnic from the front desk or our team can set up your picnic within the hotel grounds.
Picnic out in the fells
Feel like heading a little further? Take a printed hiking guide from the hotel entrance and build up your appetite exploring the fells.
Glencoyne’s peaceful pebbled bay offers sweeping views of Ullwater’s eastern edge, made for slower afternoons.
Picnic out in a Land Rover Discovery
Borrowing the Land Rover Discovery? Our team can pack your picnic into the vehicle ready for a day of exploring the Lakes.
Menus
Lake picnic menu
£30pp
Choose from a selection of our summer-inspired sandwiches, served alongside sausage rolls and crisps, and finished with freshly baked scones and banana bread.
Soft drinks are included, and for an extra touch, add a bottle of English sparkling wine or champagne from £70 per bottle.
For gluten free options, please speak to the team.
Fell picnic menu
£40pp
Our elevated picnic offering. Alongside our summer inspired sandwiches, choose between fresh seasonal salads or comforting English classics, finished with an assortment of Victoria sponge, freshly baked scones, and homemade cookies.
Soft drinks are included, or add in a bottle of English sparkling wine from £70 per bottle.
For gluten free options, please speak to the team.
How to book
Pre-booking is required at least 24 hours in advance and can be arranged on arrival at the hotel by speaking with our front desk team. We kindly ask that any cancellations are made with at least 24 hours’ notice.
FAQs
Picnics at Another Place, The Lake are available throughout the summer season. Speak to the front desk team on arrival to check availability during your stay.
Picnics are available to guests staying at Another Place, The Lake on Ullswater.
Picnics can be arranged by speaking to the front desk team on arrival at the hotel. At least 24 hours' notice is required, and we ask for the same notice for any cancellations.
Picnics are available throughout the summer months. The front desk will be able to confirm if picnics are available during your stay.
Both the Lake picnic and Fell picnic menus at Another Place, The Lake can be adapted for dietary requirements including gluten free. Let the team know when you book and they'll take care of the rest.
Yes — the lakeside grounds and the fells are both great options for a dog-friendly afternoon out, and the Fell picnic is a natural fit if you're planning a longer walk.