Stop by for a bite to eat at The Kings Arms!
The pub is one of the best places to dine in the area, offering fresh, high-quality food in a relaxed and unpretentious setting.
We are open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Ingredients are sourced locally wherever possible, and everything is prepared and cooked on-site.
You’ll find many of your traditional favourites on there too!
Whether it’s date night, Sunday lunch, or a midweek treat, we’ve got a delicious option for you.
Summer Menu
Robbie and the team have been hard at work creating our Summer 2026 Menu.

Our new summer menu launched on the 7th of July and we can’t wait for you to try it, so plan ahead and Book your tables here.
Here’s a sneak peak at some of our dishes and what to expect on your next visit!

The Heritage Tomato Brushetta starter is beautifully presented and a delicious start your meal.

This tempting Duck dish is perfectly balanced with a sweet potato puree, potato douphinoise, duck fat savoy and a plum jus. This indulgent dish is cooked to perfection!

A special treat for the end of your meal would definitely be the Peach Melba Pavlova! This is a heavenly combination of homemade french meringue, caramalised peach and summer berry ice cream created to satisfy your palette.
Sunday Roasts
Already a highlight with locals and visitors to Penrith alike, you need to decide if you prefer a lunchtime Sunday lunch, or dinnertime Sunday ‘roast’, as we serve Sunday Roasts all day!
See the latest Sunday Menu at the top of the page.

Steak & Drink for £20!
Our special Steak & Drink deal for £20 proved very popular, so we will be running it indefinitely!
This week-time special is available Monday to Thursday.

Just the reason you needed to come in for a meal!
Visit the ‘whats on’ page to read more about this amazing offer!
Specials & More
We regularly hold special menu days!
Keep an eye on our What’s On page for details of upcoming themed menus and special menu days. These include: Curry Night, Tapas Night, BBQ’s & more!
Be sure to book your places early, as our Themed Menu days are very popular.
Win a meal for two!
Please enter your name in our Monthly Draw to win a two-course meal for two! Scan the QR code in the pub and fill in your details to be in with a chance of winning!
Winners are notified by email, and the results are shared on social media; please follow us for updates.
Breakfast at The Kings Arms
Our breakfasts have already received numerous mentions, praise, and amazing reviews from our hotel guests, but did you know that you can come in for breakfast even if you’re not staying with us? Check out our hours of opening to see which days you can enjoy an impromptu breakfast out!
We can also prepare take-out breakfast rolls if you are in a hurry! Just give us a call, and we’ll get them prepped for you to collect.
Packed Lunches
Speaking of takeout options: Did you know we also offer packed lunches? These are ideal if you’re off for a day’s fishing or hiking, or have a long journey ahead.
Speak to the team, and we will have it ready for you to collect.
This service is not just for hotel guests! If you are looking for a tasty takeaway option, get in touch and we will have it packed and waiting for you.
Open Daily
Our friendly team awaits you in the freshly renovated bar, lounge, and games room. We are open for breakfast, coffee, tea, cakes and pastries, lunch and dinner from 8-11 in the Spring and Summer.
Out and about near Penrith? Here’s why it’s worth coming in for a meal with us!
We can provide set menus for birthdays, wakes, and small gatherings.
Our summer opening hours
From April 1st to September 30th, our opening hours are:
Monday to Thursdays 8AM – 11 PM
Fridays 8AM – 11PM
Saturdays 8AM -11PM
Sundays 8AM – 10PM
*The Bar and dining are closed during Appleby Horse Fair.
Mother’s Day, St Patricks Day, and other special occasions have their own unique menus. Check out our upcoming events and book your table early!
Our GF dishes are made with gluten free ingredients.
We have a selection of vegetarian dishes and can accommodate various other dietary requirements. Please feel free to phone in advance, and we’ll do our best to ensure that something on the menu meets your needs.
Our menu is updated seasonally, so be sure to check back regularly!
From our guests
Sep 8
WE’RE HIRING! 👨🍳
Kitchen Assistant / Trainee Commis Chef
📍 The Kings Arms, Temple Sowerby
⏰ 30–35 hours per week | Mainly evenings
We’re looking for someone reliable and hardworking to join our kitchen team.
No experience? No problem. You don’t need to arrive knowing everything.
The role will include general kitchen/KP duties, helping with food preparation and supporting our chefs during service. As your confidence grows, there’ll be plenty of opportunity to learn more of the cooking side too.
We’re much more interested in attitude and reliability than experience. If you turn up on time, get stuck in and are willing to learn, we’d love to hear from you.
Interested? Send us a message with a little bit about yourself. A CV isn’t essential.
Sep 6
Battle of the Borders!! 🏴 vs 🏴 for one week only!
To mark the historic battle in 1513 between England and Scotland we’re offering 3 courses from each side (swipe for the menu). Here’s a taster of what you can expect…sticky toffee pudding for England with a Cumbrian Bramble cocktail. Haggis bon bons and a Highland Sour for Scotland.
Running from Monday 7th of September to Thursday 10th of September. Make sure to book your table!
Sep 2
Next up is Caitlin, one of the friendly faces who helps keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes and gets your mornings off to the best start. ☕️
As our housekeeper and breakfast server, Caitlin is a big part of making sure our guests feel right at home.
Aug 25
Today we’re saying a very fond “see you soon” to our wonderful Willow 🌟💛
Willow first joined us as a part-time member of our front-of-house team, and it has been an absolute pleasure watching her grow in confidence and become such a lovely and valued part of The Kings Arms family.
From those first shifts to the familiar smiling face so many of our customers now know, we couldn’t be prouder of how far she’s come. 🥰
Now it’s time for Willow to head off on her next big adventure as she starts university! 🎓 We’re going to miss having her around every week, but we’re incredibly excited for everything that lies ahead for her.
Thankfully, it’s not quite goodbye — we’ll still be stealing her back during the university holidays! ❤️
Good luck, Willow. Go and have the most amazing time — we’re all so proud of you and can’t wait to hear all about it! 🥂✨
Aug 24
It’s our Bank Holiday Quiz tomorrow! We will be starting at 8pm and the winner gets a £50 tab.
There’s still tables available so book online or give us a call ✨
#pubquiz #bankholiday #localfood #pubfood
Aug 23
Sunday can only mean one thing… it’s time for one of our renowned Sunday Roasts!
With 4 meat options to choose from and 1 nut roast we have something for everyone ✨
#sundayroast #supportlocalbusinesses #cumbria #publunch
Aug 21
We’re kicking off our Meet the Team series with one of the familiar faces behind the bar at The Kings Arms! 🍻
Get to know a little more about Katie — from her favourite drink on the bar to her go-to dish on the menu.
Pop in, say hello on your next visit! ❤️
Aug 11
Morning in the life of a Cumbrian pub ☕️
Coffee brewing, breakfast cooking and everything in between to bring The Kings Arms to life every day🩶
Aug 8
Seabass and Risotto looking good this weekend 👌 ...we have plenty of delicious seasonal dishes to enjoy all summer long. Book your table online or give us a call.
#summervibes☀️ #pub #food #pubfood #support #local #supportlocalbusinesses #cumbria
Aug 7
July’s 2 course meal for 2 winners are…🥁
We have lots of fun planned for August from National Beer Day (TODAY!) 🍺 to live music, Taco Tuesday and our Bank Holiday BBQ. Make sure to book your tables now! ☀️
Aug 6
It’s National Beer Day tomorrow🍺
In honour of all our pint loving punters we’re selling all of our hand pulled ales at just £4.50 all day 🍻
Jul 31
Make the most of the long August weekend with great food, cold drinks and an afternoon in the beer garden 🍺 Bring your friends, bring the family and let us take care of the cooking 🍔
Make sure to book your tickets!! 🔥
#bank #holiday #bankholiday #pubgarden #localfood #cumbria
Jul 27
Get your diaries at the ready because we’ve got a jam-packed August lined for you, full of good food, fun and fantastic entertainment!
Here’s what you can expect to find at The Kings Arms this month - make sure to book your tables online or give us a call ☀️ 🍺 🍷
#localfood #cumbria #supportsmall #livemusic #pubquiz #tacotuesday
Jul 26
Springtime on film at The Kings Arms 🌷 🍰 🐝
Jul 25
Announcing our June two courses for two winner and a little August update 😊 Happy Weekend everyone .. stop by and see us for a pint in the sun☀️ 🍺
Jul 22
Meet our lovely chefs.. Robbie, Julia and Catherine 🧑🍳 👩🍳 Serving you tasty delights all summer long #cumbria #localfood
Jul 21
Join us TONIGHT for a fun-filled evening of trivia, laughs and friendly competition 🇬🇧 ☀️ It’s our Great British Summer Quiz starting at 8pm #summervibes☀️ #pubquiz
Jul 18
It’s a big weekend of football this weekend. We might be out of the final but there’s still one more game to play ⚽️
Watch England vs France today from 10pm and Argentina vs Spain tomorrow from 8pm
Jul 15
Join us to watch England vs Argentina in the SEMI FINAL!!! 8pm kick off ⚽️ 🏴
#footballscominghome⚽️⚽️ #worldcup2026 #england🇬🇧
Jul 10
New on our summer menu, duck breast with sweet potato purée and plum jus… you’re welcome 😋
More tasty delights are available from our summer menu from Tuesday - Sunday, so make sure to book your table and come and see us!
#cumbria #localfood #pubfood #summervibes☀️
















