Christmas New Year 2008 - 2009. There can be very few nicer places to spend Christmas than in the very heart of Borrowdale, at The Scafell in one of the Lake District's finest valleys, where each year we look forward to greeting friends old and new for our traditional Christmas and New Year programme. starts with afternoon tea on Wednesday 24th December and finishes after breakfast on Saturday 27th December 2008, at a fully inclusive cost of £425.00 per person. starts with afternoon tea on Wednesday 31st December and finishes after breakfast on Friday 2nd January 2009 at a fully inclusive cost of £295.00 per person. Children under 10 years old sharing a room with their parents will be charged half the adult rate. Children occupying their own rooms will be charged in full. Guests are very welcome to extend their Christmas New Year stay with us at normal tariff rates through Reception. Wednesday 24th December - After a warm welcome from the hotel management our Christmas programme commences with a light afternoon tea in the lounge. From: 6.00pm - Join us in the Cocktail Bar for Champagne Cocktails and Canapes. From :6.30pm - 9.00pm Enjoy a candlelit Gourmet Dinner in the restaurant with carols by the Borrowdale Carol Singers, afterwards relax in front of log fires where we serve you with coffee and liqueur of your choice. 11.30pm - Midnight service of Carols and Holy Communion at St. Andrews Church, Borrowdale. Thursday 25th December - A Very Happy Christmas to Everyone!! 8.00 - 10.00am - Father Christmas will be waiting by the Christmas tree at Reception to greet you before you partake of a hearty breakfast preceded by Bucks Fizz. 12.00 Noon - Before your traditional Christmas lunch join us in the Cocktail Bar for a Sherry or Aperitif before enjoying the remainder of the afternoon at your leisure. - click here for a sample menu. 7.00pm - A resplendent Buffet prepared by our chefs awaits you in the restaurant. 8.30pm - The Christmas Night Movie in the Sun Lounge. Friday 26th December - Boxing Day. 11.30am - Weather permitting we embark from Lodore for a cruise on one of the Keswick Launches around Derwentwater with Brandy, Coffee and Mince Pies served on board - options are open for those who wish to walk to and from Lodore Landings or travel there by car. At the hotel a light lunch will be served in the Cocktail Bar or a packed lunch will be supplied for those who might decide to walk back to Rosthwaite. 6.30pm - Fancy Dress Ball, with Dinner served from 7pm, with the theme: Saturday 27th December. After breakfast we hope to see you in the lounge for coffee before we bid you farewell before your journey home. New Year Programme 2008/2009. Wednesday 31st December - New Years Eve. On arrival a warm welcome from the management followed by a light afternoon tea in the lounge. From 6.00pm - The New Year celebrations begin in the Cocktail Bar where you are greeted with Champagne Cocktails and Canapes. 6.30pm - A Gala New Year's Dinner followed by an evening of dancing to MB'z Disco. - After Midnight - Fireworks Display in the Gardens. Thursday 1st January 2009 - A Happy New Year to One All! 8.00 - 10.00am - Celebrate the arrival of 2009 with a sparkling Champagne Breakfast. 6.30pm - Dinner served in the restaurant followed by an illustrated presentation TBA. Friday 2nd January 2009. The Managment reserves the right to alter the programme should it be necessary to do so without any prior notice.

The Scafell Hotel has for a number of years been licensed to hold civil marriages on the premises. We offer a number of different rooms to suit all sizes of wedding parties up to maximum for a sit down meal of 75. If you should decide that you would like the Scafell Hotel to be the venue for your Wedding, then you would initially need to contact the Registrar in Cockermouth (Telephone number: - 01900 325 960) and ourselves to see if your chosen date is available.. One night wedding bookings over a weekend ( Friday Saturday nights ) are not usually taken, however midweek ( Sunday; Thursday ) bookings are available. 2 Night Wedding Accommodation Option - £6050. This option comprises of the following: Discounted Bed Breakfast accommodation for 45 people (rooming lists available upon request). All room hire charges. Exclusive use of the hotel facilities residents gardens this includes the Residents bar, lounge, Sun lounge Restaurant for both nights. Hotel Flowers colour co-ordinated to the Bride Grooms preference. Wedding cake stand knife available at no extra cost. Late Breakfast on departure morning ( by arrangement ). If your numbers should exceed our occupancy level there are Bed and Breakfast establishments in the village, all within easy walking distance of the Hotel. This option does not include your reception breakfast or any beverages, please see below for details. Day Time Wedding Option. This option is for those who do not wish to book the hotel for sole use or do not wish to have an evening reception. The charge for having your Ceremony at the Hotel depends on the number of people attending the Wedding and which room you hire for the Ceremony. The rates for each room are as follows ( all rooms are licensed to hold civil marriage ceremonies ): Sun Lounge (holds approximately 15 people seated) £300. Lounge (holds approximately 20 people seated) £400. Dining Room (holds approximately 75 people seated) £475. All rooms have to be vacated by 5pm on the daytime option. This is normally a three course set menu meal and prices would depend on which menu is chosen, prices start from £37.00 per head. Custom menus can be catered for, as can buffets, snacks, sandwiches etc. Details such as photographers, flowers, champagne, wine during the meal, welcome drinks and Disco/entertainment can be discussed once you have set a date for the wedding. Terms Conditions ( The small print ). A written confirmation is required for all bookings. A £1000 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit will accompany all bookings. The deposit secures the date booking only and does not guarantee the price any changes would be advised. Final numbers will be required 7 days prior to the event. This number, or the actual number attending, whichever is the greater, is the number charged for. All entertainment bar facilities will finish at 12.30 am unless otherwise arranged. All accounts will be settled on the day of departure unless otherwise arranged. In the event of the cancellation of the booking the following charges will apply: 16 weeks notice or less; 75 % of the estimated booking value. 6 weeks notice or less; 100 % of the estimated booking value. We do offer cancellation insurance please ask for details. All prices are based on 2009 rates and are subject to change without any prior notice.

Relax in the lounge of this well known coaching inn which conveys the air of warmth and comfort of bygone days, overlooking peaceful gardens and lawns, and across the beautiful Borrowdale Valley. Welcoming you into the bar is a log fire together with photographs of yesteryear. Mellowed furniture make this comfortable furnished bar a favourite meeting place for our excellent bar lunches click for a sample menu or pre or post dinner drinks. In our restaurant we serve only the finest of meat, game and poultry with the freshest of fruit and vegetables as selected by our chefs, to be used in menus for which our restaurant is renowned. Complimented with an extensive and carefully selected. A sample table d'hote menu can be viewed. Packed lunches are available for those who wish to spend the day out on the fells or touring.

Click Here For A Downloadable Brochure. 31st October - 29th November 2008 Inc.. 6th February - 28th March 2009 Inc. Friday - Arrival Early Evening. Dinner 6.30 - 9.00pm - click here for a sample menu. 8.00 - 10.00am - Breakfast. 10.00am - Guided Walk Departs, Packed Lunches Provided. 4.00pm (app.) - Walk returns, Afternoon tea served in the lounge. 6.30 - 9.00pm - Dinner. 10.00 - 12.00 noon - Short local walk. 12.00 - 2.00pm - Sunday Lunch. The tariff, £172.00 per person and includes: Room with bath or shower. Dinner, Bed Breakfast on Friday and Saturday nights. Packed Lunch Afternoon Tea on Saturday. The tariff is inclusive of V.A.T. @ 17.5%. A service charge is not included but left to the discretion of our guests. At these Special Break prices we regret that no allowances can be offered in lieu of meals / services not taken. for our standard terms conditions.

The bedrooms at the Scafell have been tastefully furnished some with traditional antique furniture, all with en-suite bathrooms, TV and Radio, Baby listening, as well as Tea and Coffee making facilities. Many of the rooms have views of the beautiful surrounding area and some sit peacefully above the river at the rear of the hotel. The rooms are centrally heated so are cosy even on the coldest of days. Wherever you stay in the hotel you are assured of a comfortable, spacious, and luxurious nights sleep complete with a full English or continental breakfast in the morning. If you have any questions about your stay please and we will be happy to answer all your queries. Please see our. Tariff to end July 2008. Dinner, Bed Breakfast. Tariff from August 2008. All rates are quoted per person, per night

Below are some Lake District links which direct you to Lakeland activity websites within the vicinity of The Scafell Hotel: Located at the head of the Honister Pass in the centre of the Lake District, we produce the world famous Westmorland Green Slate; a beautiful, functional material that has been extracted here for centuries. Within our visitor centre, you;ll find a wealth of activities, attractions and information. Enjoy a guided underground tour. stroll through our picturesque stone garden and examine an array of wonderful slate gifts. We also have exhibits such as our replica mine entrance and live displays of traditional slate processing skills, which provide a fascinating insight into the region;s industrial heritage. Online travel and community guide for Keswick on Derwentwater including activities, webcams, views, panoramics, chat and much more. Keswick Launch Company. Derwentwater cruises, rowing boats and motor boats for hire. Also consider taking the launch from Lodore jetty to Keswick. Mirehouse Home and Gardens. Beautiful family owned home, gardens and tearoom at the foot of Skiddaw. lovely views over Bassenthwaite. Many famous cars under one roof - The Bond collection, A-Team van, Batmobile and much more. A great family day out! Cumberland Pencil Museum. The home of the original pencil and the World's largest pencil! Museum and gift shop with childrens drawing area. Popular Cumbrian link directory. Chainsaw carved wooden bears and garden furniture www.lakedistrictdesktops.com. Free computer wallpaper images of the English Lake District. Website design and professional photography

 Baby chairs and cots are provided
 Credit cards accepted
 Dinner may be served in the room
 Licensed bar
 Pets are accepted
 Clock/radio
 Restaurant
 Private/Ensuite bathroom
 Tea and coffee making facilities
 Phone at reception
 TV sets in rooms