The Sun Inn, Coniston, Cumbria

Myself and the 'companion' were lucky enough to be up in The Lakes last week, and visited our very favourite pub, not once, but twice. 2 nights in a row. .....I know. Thats because the food is amazing! The Sun has got bags of atmosphere; log fire, old photos, stuffed fox (!!) the lot, just what you want in a Lakeland pub. The menu isn't particularly large, but whats on it is the real deal. SO - night 1 - venison & kidney pie for the companion, and roast lamb for me. Simply presented, piping hot, with garlicky green beans and broccoli side dish. Delicious. Night 2 - the Lancashire hotpot with the most stunning black pudding garnish for the compo, and the rack of lamb for me. Lamb? 2 nights in a row? Don't care. You know when you feel sad because you've finshed? That was me. Divine. Not the cheapest pub food in the world, but its 4 star restaurant quality, not just quick and tasty ramblers fare we're talking about. Book now.