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George and Dragon, Clifton

A traditional country pub with rooms near Penrith, Cumbria. Enjoy seasonal food, local ales and beautiful accommodation. Family-friendly, dog-friendly.
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Perfect for Lake District breaks or an overnight stop on your journey to and from Scotland. Delicious food, home-grown produce, a warm welcome and lovely bedrooms
Our owner Charles Lowther and his family lovingly restored the George and Dragon in 2008 and it’s now as beloved by locals as it is by visitors to the area. In every way, our roots are embedded deep in the rich history of our surrounding landscape and we’re proud to rear, forage and grow the majority of the ingredients you’ll see on our menus ourselves, on our family farms and within our kitchen gardens at nearby Askham Hall. Eat with us, stay the night - we have 10 bedrooms you can choose from… Each is different, individually designed with furniture and art from Charles’ family’s collection, but all have fabulous beds, lovely linens and en suite bathrooms.

17/09/2026

A proper evening at The George & Dragon 🍽️🍺

Sometimes the best plan for a Friday night is no plan at all. Just pop in to The George & Dragon in Clifton and let us sort the rest.

We’ve got the fire lit, the pints pouring, and the kitchen firing away on some seriously comforting food. Think hearty plates that stick to your ribs, rich flavours, and portions big enough to share (or not, we won’t judge). It’s the kind of meal that makes you slow down, settle into your seat, and just enjoy the evening.

Whether it’s a date night, a catch-up with friends, or you’re just craving something warm and delicious after a long week, pull up a chair. We’ll have a table ready and a smile waiting.

Dine with us: https://georgeanddragonclifton.co.uk/book-a-table/

28/08/2026

A burger that’s worth slowing down for. 🍔

We’re serving up Charles Lowther's Shorthorn Beef & Bone Marrow Cheeseburger, stacked with cured pancetta, house-made relish, pickles, and served with crispy skinny fries.

The star of the show? The beef comes straight from our home-reared Shorthorn cows at Nordvue Farm. From pasture to plate, we control every step to ensure you get the richest, most tender bite possible. It’s farm-to-table in its purest form. 🐂

Come taste the difference real Cumbrian beef makes: https://georgeanddragonclifton.co.uk/eat/

21/08/2026

A real taste of Cumbria 🐑

Helton Roughfell lamb chop, seared on the grill, served with a generous helping of béarnaise sauce made using tarragon picked fresh from our own kitchen gardens.

Local flavours, from soil to plate.

19/08/2026

While the summer sun is still shining, we’ve added another choice to the snack section of our evening menu. 🌞🍽️

A summery plate to whet your appetite: creamy hummus, fragrant za'atar, jewel-like pomegranate seeds, and freshly grilled flatbread straight from the oven.

Perfect for sharing as the evening light lingers.

13/08/2026

Lads! 👋

Meet some of our kitchen team: Sean, Adam and Luke. All three of them are passionate about plating our bountiful homegrown produce with style.

Sean has been with us for over 4 years now and loves to get stuck in, whether it's prepping mountains of vegetables or cooking breakfast for everyone staying with us; he always has a steady hand and is a joy to have on the team.

Adam joins us after a stint working as a head chef in France, serving skiers and mountain bikers delicious French cuisine. His passion for innovation sparks exciting new dishes, and his chemistry with our Head Chef, Paul, means ideas are constantly bouncing around the kitchen.

Luke, the greenhorn in the kitchen, is currently studying at Kendal College and with the expertise of everyone else on the team, he's in a great environment to help cradle his culinary career. Paul is overseeing the work experience side of his catering course, which is being fulfilled to the best of Luke's ability. We're happy to help cultivate new talent; we look forward to seeing how Luke develops his skills over the next year.

11/08/2026

Step into something special🌹

We’re thrilled to unveil our newest guest room at The George & Dragon, a space crafted with undeniable soul thanks to the exquisite touch of Totty Lowther.

From the curated textures to the thoughtful finishing details, every corner tells a story. It’s not just a place to sleep; it’s an experience designed to make you feel instantly at home in the heart of Clifton. We love how Totty has tied everything together with such grace and intention; it’s the kind of detail that stays with you long after you’ve checked out.

Come see it for yourself. Your perfect Lake District retreat awaits. 🛏️🍂

07/08/2026

Come on down and try some of the delicious dishes on the menu throughout August! We'd love to welcome you to the table this summer. 🍔

Our talented team in the kitchen have been hard at work refining the menu with seasonal homegrown ingredients from Askham Hall's kitchen gardens and Lowther Estate farms.

Fresh salads, appetising starters, hearty mains, rich, morish desserts- we have it all on the menu!

Book a table: https://booking.eu.guestline.app/askham/availability?hotel=ACGEORGE

Address

George And Dragon
Clifton
CA102ER

Website

http://www.georgeanddragonclifton.co.uk/

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