Just had 2 nights at The Black Swan and we thoroughloy enjoyed it. The rooms are all different - we stayed in Room 15 which is the four poster suite. It's one of the more expensive rooms as the other rooms were all fully booked. We were not disappointed. The room was gorgeous and we felt right at home from... More

On holiday in the Lakes and miles from our home in Surrey The Black Swan is probably the best pub we've ever encountered. Lovely location, well sign-posted, easy car parking, well marked entrances then you are in the Pub itself. It is Warm, welcoming, light and airy. Everyone is welcoming and smiling. The menu sounds too good to be true.... More

I stayed here with a group of friends dioing some walking in the area. From the time we first arrived I felt very much at home here. The service was excellent. I especially like Jula but all the staff were very keen to please. The food was very good, I loved the Black Sheep Bitter. All in all it was... More

What a fabulous find. Although this was off the Coast to coast route, the Sherpas made sure we had good accomodation. This was certainly the best of them all and we are half way across the route. We will make sure we have an excuse to visit the fabulous Black Swan again. Wonderfully decorated rooms, bathrooms and a fabulous Dining... More

We know Ravenstonedale but had not stayed at the Black Swan until this past weekend. For us it's a keeper, we'll be back. Great room ( the suite at the top of the hotel ), comfy bed, nice lounge/TV area. The food was excellent, we dined in both nights. Cracking breakfast too. The staff are excellent, nothing is too much... More

Stayed one night - enticed by the various awards. While the Black Swan is OK, didn't match up to our expectations . The suite we had needed a little work on the lounge/kitchen part - some updating/cleaning of furnishings and definitely attention to the kitchen...no kitchen cutlery, plates, cups etc at all. Restaurant was good - huge portions. Staff at... More

Our second visit to the Black Swan in March was just as enjoyable as the first. Louise, Laura and the team know how to look after guests and nothing was too much trouble. Room was clean and very comfortable. In the restaurant, the menu is varied, the quality is reliable and portion sizes are not stingy. The bar has atmosphere... More

We have driven past the sign for this pub on our way in and out of the Lakes for years....but this time, as it was nearly 12pm, we decided to stop for lunch with our two young children. It was the Easter weekend, and we tend to lower our expectations over busy holiday periods, as well as giving popular places... More

We only called in for tea and coffee after a long, cold walk, but the welcome we recieved was so warm. We were treated like valued reguars, or family, even, and told to sit by the fire while the lady brought our refreshments over. The menu looked gorgeous, and it is such a lovely place, we are going to stay... More