The 10 best coffee shops in The Lake District you NEED to check out
Life is too short for bad coffee, so I’ve put together a guide of some of my favourite places to get coffee in The Lake District! There are so many brilliant places to get a good coffee here, and we also are lucky to have a number of local roasters who do fantastic coffees.
So, if you want to make sure you’re gonna have a good coffee whilst you’re in the lakes, this is the list for you!
Top 10 places to get coffee in The Lake District
FORCE, Ambleside
FORCE cafe not only has incredible views, but they also have brilliant coffee.
It’s a really relaxed vibe in the cafe, and it’s the perfect place to come after a day walking, or if you’re wanting some good food, good coffee, and good views of the lakes.
You can find the full review of FORCE here!
The Moon and Sixpence, Cockermouth
Nestled in the main high street is The Moon and Sixpence, a small coffee shop, with incredibly strong and delicious coffee!
It’s the perfect place to come and catch up with friends over a coffee and a slice of cake!
Verey Books, Pooley Bridge
I’d argue that Verey books is one of the very best coffee shops in The Lake District, and further afield as well! Not only is it a gorgeous bookshop, with a fantastic selection of books, it also has a perfect little cafe serving incredible coffees and cakes!
The perfect place to have a coffee and read a new book!
Marra 46, Kendal
Marra 46 is a brilliant coffee shop, and also a great place to come for lunch! The coffee here is delicious, and they do a fab iced coffee here as well – perfect for a summers day. Enjoy your coffee either up in the cute cafe, or outside in their little courtyard.
The Bakery at No 4, Kendal
The Bakery at No 4 is the perfect place to come to if you’re looking for some delicious baked goods to go with your delicious coffee!
Fell and Bean coffee van, Penrith Station
I wanted to make sure I included some of the more hidden gems in the lakes, and if you’re visiting here by train, you might be passing Penrith Station. Make sure to grab a coffee from Fell and Bean as it’s a really flavoursome coffee, and perfect for taking on the train with you!
Joey’s Cafe at Claife Viewing Station, Windermere
Joey’s is probably one of the best coffee shops in the Lake District with the best views! Enjoy your smooth and silky coffee with views over Windermere. And whilst you’re there, you can visit Claife Viewing Station, where you can get picturesque views of the lake!
Merinda’s, Keswick
Keswick is filled with great places to get coffee, but Merinda’s is one of my favourites. There’s a really relaxing atmosphere, delicious food and scones, and rich and creamy coffee! What more could you want!
Homeground Coffee + Kitchen, Windermere
Homeground isn’t necessarily a hidden gem, but it’s one of my favourite coffee shops in The Lake District none the less!
The coffee here is beautiful, as are the brunches and brownies! It’s cute, compact and has a real vibe about the place. The queues are 100% worth it, because everything here is top quality!
Mathilde’s Cafe, Grasmere
You’ll feel like you’re in a painting when you visit Mathilde’s, with their giant picture windows with incredible views of the lakes. The coffee at Mathildes is perfect, and exactly what you need to fuel your day exploring the lake district!
I’d love to hear your favourite places to get a good coffee! If you’re looking for more guides to The Lake District, make sure to check out our Lake District section – filled with foodie places, where to stay and the best things to do!
