Skip to content

Eating at Aira Force

Visitors in the tearoom at Aira Force, Ullswater, Cumbria
Enjoying a brew outside the Aira Force tea-room | © National Trust Images/Stewart Smith

A short stroll from the main Aira Force car park is the Aira Force tea-room, which gives visitors the choice of eating indoors, on the terrace or taking away. Pop in to enjoy hot and cold drinks, home bakes, sandwiches, hot pasties and ice creams.

Tea-room treats at Aira Force

Morning coffee with a view 

The terrace is built at the front of the tea-room to make the most of the amazing views over Ullswater lake and the fells behind. Sit back, sip your coffee and take it all in. Enjoy the quieter time of day.  

Brunch 

Tuck into a tasty brunch. We offer bacon baps, vegan options on request with gluten free bread option. Warm savoury turnovers and sweet pastries. Served 10am-12pm

Lunch 

Seasonal soups, hot and cold sandwiches, pasties and a kids 'pack-up' lunch (sandwich, crisps, fruit, treat bar, drink). 

Takeaway treats 

Fancy taking your lunch with you? Grab a sandwich or a hot pasty and eat it by the lake or up on the fells. There's a handy tap outside the tea-room for filling your water bottles. Bring your own reusable cup and a 25p discount will be applied

Dogs are welcome 

The Aira Force tea-room welcomes dogs inside and out, but please keep them on a lead and under control. There are dog bowls so that your pooch can keep hydrated whatever the weather.  If you are caught short, don't worry, there are poo bags available by the welcome hut.

Visitors enjoying a picnic on the grass, Aira Force and Ullswater, Cumbria
Visitors enjoying a picnic on the grass at Aira Force | © National Trust Images/Paul Harris

 

Allergen information

Most of the food and drink served is prepared on site in our kitchen, using a wide range of ingredients. As a result, we can’t guarantee that any of our food and drink products are completely allergen free. 

If you have an allergy or intolerance and would like ingredient information about the food and drink served, please ask the staff, who will be happy to help.

Always check when you visit

Visited before? We sometimes change our recipes to improve quality and flavour, including the ingredients. When you visit, please speak to one of our team to check the current allergen information for your favourite dish.

 

Thank you

Every cuppa or tasty treat you buy helps us to continue looking after places for everyone to enjoy.

Three walkers with a dog walking on a path at Aira Force and Ullswater, Lake District

Discover more at Aira Force and Ullswater

Find out how to get to Aira Force and Ullswater, where to park, the things to see and do and more.

You might also be interested in

Visitors in the tearoom at East Riddlesden Hall, Yorkshire

Places to eat 

Discover some of the best cafés, restaurants and tea-rooms at the places in our care across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Find a place to eat near you, as well as special deals and allergen information.

Woman in red waterproof jacket and man in blue puffer jacket walking with a small black dog on a woodland path
Activity
Activity

Exploring Aira Force and Gowbarrow Park 

Get a glimpse of what Aira Force and Ullswater have to offer, including walks with far-reaching views, red squirrels, picnic spots, a natural play area and water sports.

Visitors admiring the waterfall at Aira Force and Ullswater, Cumbria
Article
Article

Group bookings at Aira Force 

Booking is essential for coach parties. Please see Aira Force’s guidance on coach parking and access, then get your group booked in for a great day out.

Visitors with a dog at Aira Force and Ullswater, Cumbria
Article
Article

Visiting Aira Force with your dog 

Aira Force is a three pawprint rated place, and well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome here. There are water bowls around the car park and tea-room area. Please read the Canine Code to make sure everyone has an enjoyable day.

Family enjoying tea and scones on the veranda outside the cafe at Sizergh Castle, Cumbria

Places to eat in the Lake District 

The Lake District is full of great, locally produced food, whether you want to bring your own picnic or eat somewhere like the Boathouse Café at Fell Foot or Joey’s Café at Wray Castle.