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Welcome to Bassenthwaite Lake Station

Open 7 days. 9am - 5pm

Dine aboard the replica Orient Express train,
as featured in the film 'Murder On The Orient Express'

Welcome

Situated opposite the scenic Dubwath Silver Meadows nature reserve, Bassenthwaite Lake Station is a Café in a restored railway station with a full size replica steam train on the former Cockermouth to Keswick line.

Meals are served from 9am until 3pm. Takeaway drinks can be served from 8am. 

Visitors are welcome to explore the lovely old station and grounds. Sadly, we cannot allow guests without dining reservations to view the train in order to avoid disturbing other diners. 

There is a small shop with local produce and plenty of souvenirs, plus icecream, wine, cider and beer and basic provisions.

Enjoy breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea aboard the replica Orient Express train. Or pop in at the end of your day or pre-dinner for a delightful 'snifter' in the train or sunshine on the platform! Visitors should be aware that this is a dog-friendly site in all areas. Well-behaved dogs and owners are welcome and should observe our Doggie Etiquette at all times to avoid disturbance to other guests and keep everyone safe.

Our customers can enjoy a short level walk along the platform through the woodland and wild flower meadow or enjoy a peaceful few minutes in the bird hide overlooking the wildlife pond.

The consuming of own food and drink is not permitted however there is a public picnic bench in the Dubwath Silver Meadows narure reserve opposite our entrance. 

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Absolutely beautiful from start to finish. The afternoon tea is fabulous and the service is second to none,  Amazing!

 

July 2025

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Opening Times

Open 7 days a week until 5pm:

Takeaway drinks for early-birds from 8am

Breakfast: 9am - 10:30am

Lunch: 11am - 3pm

Afternoon Tea: 11am - 3pm

Christmas Eve - close at 3pm prompt

27th December, re-open at 11.00 for brunch bookings. No breakfasts served on 27th. 

Closed Christmas, Boxing and New Year's Day.

Booking is strongly advised. Tables on the train seat four and two. Larger groups will be seated on adjacent tables. It is not possible to guarantee any specific table though we will try and accomodate any special requests. 

Upcoming Events

  • North v South Wine Tasting
    North v South Wine Tasting
    Thu 06 Nov
    Bassenthwaite
    06 Nov 2025, 18:30 – 21:10
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    Compare five pairs of the same grape wines from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres side by side. An interesting tasting to really tickle your tasebuds!
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  • Christmas Flavours Wine Tasting
    Christmas Flavours Wine Tasting
    Tue 02 Dec
    02 Dec 2025, 18:30 – 21:10
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    Not a full meal but yummy morsels of Christmas Flavours and paired wines to whet your appetite for the upcoming festivities!
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  • Christmas Flavours Wine Tasting (2)
    Christmas Flavours Wine Tasting (2)
    04 Dec 2025, 18:30 – 21:10
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    Not a full meal but yummy morsels of Christmas Flavours and paired wines to whet your appetite for the upcoming festivities!
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  • English Whisky Tasting
    English Whisky Tasting
    Thu 22 Jan
    Bassenthwaite
    22 Jan 2026, 18:30 – 21:10
    Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite CA13 9YL, UK
    English distilleries have caught up with more established and traditional producers and this is your opportunity to try out eight English whiskies side by side. Always a sell out, this is one for all whisky connoisseurs!
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