*Please note we are closed due to Applbey Horse Fair from the 5th to the 7th of June to all Non-Hotel staying guests.


The Kings Arms offers bed and breakfast accommodation in comfortable, en-suite rooms. Our cosy lounge and bar serves lunch, dinner, cakes, and bar snacks. There is also a bright and airy games room featuring a pool table, dart board, and TV.
Please note we do not have TVs in our guest bedrooms. We provide free high speed internet to allow streaming on your own devices.
The Kings Arms is a dog-friendly hotel, and we make extra effort to maintain our high housekeeping standards when dogs visit. There is a £20 surcharge per dog per stay (not per night) to cover the cost of this—please check our guidelines here if you wish to bring your dog.

Check in is from 2pm onwards and check out is 10am. If you require a late check out an additional charge of £10 will be added, this can be requested when booking or on the morning of departure.
The Kings Arms Hotel has centuries of experience providing hospitality and accommodation to travellers and tourists. In 1799, William Wordsworth and Samuel Coleridge chose the Kings Arms as a starting point for their exploration of the Lake District.
Cot upon request
On-site parking
Free Wi-Fi
Dogs allowed
Room Rates
All 9 of our rooms are priced from £150 per night, including breakfast. A rollaway bed (child or adult) is bookable for £45 per night (also including breakfast).
Travel cots for babies and toddlers are available free of charge. Don’t forget to book directly with us for the best prices!
We are also able to cater for wedding receptions, buffets and small conferences or meetings. Please go to our Events page for more details.














From our guests
Jun 3
From Friday 5th June to Sunday 7th of June The Kings Arms will be open to hotel residents only. But we’ll be back on Monday to bring you our soup and sandwich specials ☀️🍺 you can book your room by emailing us at bookings@kingsarmstemplesowerby.co.uk
#support #local #supportlocalbusiness #supportlocal #sandwiches #soup
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Jun 3
It’s National Cheese Day tomorrow!! So we’re celebrating one of life’s greatest pleasures with some cheese themed specials. Make sure to book your table.. after all everything is better with cheese and a glass of red 🧀 🍷
#NationalCheeseDay #cheeselover #publife #support #local #supportlocalbusiness #foodie #finds #foodiefinds #foodiefinds
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Jun 1
It’s Wild Salmon Day today! At The Kings Arms we have our own private fishing beat on the River Eden. The river is one of the UK’s salmon rivers and just a 5 minute drive from the pub. We offer both day licenses and annual passes as well as guided fishing sessions.
So whether you’re a beginner or seasoned fisherman theres something for you. Email us at bookings@kingsarmstemplesowerby.co.uk for more information.
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May 30
🚨 JOB ALERT!!!! 🚨
We are looking for a new chef and would love to hear from you. Email us at Chef@kingsarmstemplesowerby.co.uk
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May 26
It’s another glorious day in Temple Sowerby and our beer garden is calling your name ☀️ 🍻 Join us this week for our steak and drink deal from Tuesday - Thursday for only £20. Call or book online. #heatwave #beer #garden #beergarden #British #summer #britishsummertime ...
May 24
We’ve got Hawkstone on tap, Sunday roasts and a sunny beer garden ☀️ what more could you want for a bank holiday? 🍻 #bankholiday #bankholidayweekend #beergarden ...
May 22
Instead of our usual menu, Mondays at The Kings Arms are all about homemade soup and freshly made ciabattas. The perfect lunch or cosy evening treat. ...
May 21
It’s been a busy few days at The Kings Arms. We’ve had our May Madness quiz, bee day and tea day and it’s been brilliant seeing so many familiar faces.
We can’t wait to see you over the sunny bank holiday ☀️🍻 (please note we will be offering a reduced menu on Monday)
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May 19
Spring has arrived at The Kings Arms this week 🐝 🌼
Join us for all your favourites from Steak nights and Quiz Night to our special Bee Day and of course Sunday Roasts.
Book online or call.
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May 19
It’s our May Madness quiz tonight! The fun will start at 8pm so make sure to book your table and secure your spot! ...
May 17
Craving a Sunday Roast? There’s still time to join us this evening for one of our famous roasts and a glass of red - the perfect way to round off the weekend 🍷 serving until 8pm ...
May 14
Yesterday was classic car day! We hosted lots of lovely cars and their owners.
You can catch them again this Saturday.
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May 13
Saturday nights sound better with live music! Catch Sasha Louise live at The Kings Arms at 8pm on the 16th of May.
Reserve your table now ✨
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May 12
There’s something for everyone this week at The Kings Arms! Make sure you book your table online or give us a call. ...
May 12
From Monday through Thursday for just £20 you can get a steak and a drink with us. Lunch or dinner you choose. (From 5pm this Thursday we will have our Mexican night so the the offer will end and the fiesta will begin 💃)
Book online or call.
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May 8
It’s MEXICAN NIGHT next THURSDAY 14TH MAY!! 🌮 🇲🇽
From 5pm expect everything Cinco de Mayo coded. We’ll have quesadillas, fajitas, churros and much more to look forward to. Book your table now and fiesta with The Kings Arms 💃 🍸
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May 5
There`s still time to make it down for BINGO NIGHT!! Prizes to be won and lots of fun to be had. Come and show us some love!! ...
May 3
We love receiving your positive feedback!
Please keep your reviews coming.
Direct email, Google, ResDiary, or face to face with the team, whatever is easiest for you!
This is the latest via ResDiary, our online booking system.
Thank you for all your support of our small, independent business.
We really do appreciate you.
🥰#kingsarmstemplesowerby #villagepub #cumbrialife
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May 1
So many reasons to come over and see us this May!
We are excited to see you and are so grateful for your support.
We are open every day and serve food until 9PM.
The team are waiting with a smile to welcome you.
Have an idea for an event or food theme you’d like us to add to our event calendar? Tell us in the comments, in a DM, or speak to Nicole next time you see her!
#kingsarmstemplesowerby #villagepub #publife
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Apr 30
There’s still a lot of unclaimed mystery discount envelopes out there waiting to be used!
Have you got one at home? In the car? In a coat pocket?
Bring it with you, unopened, and our team will be delighted to discover your discount with you when it’s time to pay the bill!
It could be 10%, 20%, 50% or 100% off your food and drinks bill!
So get thinking about where you put your envelope and bring it with you to The Kings Arms, Temple Sowerby!
#kingsarmstemplesowerby #mysterydiscount
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