Forest Side

After watching @lenno1 from @TheForestSide on the Great British Menu last night I recommend you book up quickly as bookings will undoubtedly rocket .....we've been twice and food ,staff, hotel is fabulous....looking forward to tonight's show ......good luck!

@TheForestSide @Live_The_Dream1 so good to see our friend Paul Leonard on screen. He’s our no 1.

Trust in us and we'll bring you the most interesting brews we can find, like these brews from Cumbria based @ganyambrew... 🍺 Dark Skies 3.4% Black Lager 🍺 New 3.8% Session Pale 🍺 Subwoofer 4.2% Pale Ale 🍺 Ginge 5.5% Ginger Sour #VivaStirchley #VivaBrum #ShopIndependent

7 New Green Stars Announced for Great Britain & Ireland 2026 Discover the latest restaurants recognised for their responsible gastronomy and delve deeper into their individual initiatives guide.michelin.com/gb/en/article/…

The MICHELIN Guide Inspectors’ Dishes of the Year 2025-2026 The MICHELIN Guide Inspectors eat thousands of dishes every year. Here are a select handful of those that left a lasting impression guide.michelin.com/us/en/article/…

Root to tip in all its #LakeDistrict glory @TheForestSide #MICHELINStar guide.michelin.com/en/cumbria/gra…

Autumnal Break @TheForestSide Paul Leonard @lenno1 has assembled a fantastic team , food was outstanding , All staff were so understanding / helpful with our circumstances,..easy to understand why ,amongst so many other awards, AA 5 Rosettes just been awarded. Pls thank ALL staff

5 Rosettes, 1 incredible team! ⭐️❤️ Hear what winning 5 #AARosettes meant to the team at @TheForestSide in Grasmere 👉 tinyurl.com/n4h8nm22 #AAawards #TheForestSide #5AARosettes #FineDining #CulinaryExcellence

Smoked Peach Cachaca Using gently BBQ’d smoked peaches, we’ve infused this into our own Brazilian cachaca, a sweet sugar cane spirit. This smokey delight is then shaken with fresh lime and a touch of sugar. Glass in hand it’s the perfect summery twist on a classic! 🍹

Our oyster mushroom harvests are in full swing! Used in our Homegrown Oyster Mushroom dish, they have been slowly cooked in smoked chicken fat, paired with delicious sea kelp custard, and roasted chicken sauce. Topped with black truffle, and a garden-fresh sprinkle of cresses!

Something special and bubbly with our Forest Spritz! Using blackcurrant leaves from the grounds and fermented for 24 hours to add that fizzy splash -Jordan, our restaurant manager’s Blackcurrant Leaf 'Champagne'. Paired with Blackcurrant Leaf Liqueur and topped up with soda water

Behind the scenes of our dinner service! ⭐️As we set the tables and share a laugh during our team talk, we’re gearing up for a cozy night filled with delicious food and great vibes. Pheobe, our assistant restaurant manager is busy lighting candles to create that perfect ambiance!

Counting down the days to 2nd Bite Festival next Sunday at @wylambrewery! Our head chef @lenno1 has crafted a beautiful lobster scallop milk loaf roll. A huge shoutout to @KelticSeafare for donating these gorgeous hand-dived scallops! Don’t miss out, buy your tokens now 🥳

🌟 Exciting news! @winespectator released its annual #wsrestaurantawards and we have won the award for excellence! 🍷✨ Cheers 🥂 For the full list of winners, visit Winespectator.com/Restaurants #winespectator #forestside #winelover #wine #michelinstar #michelinbar #lakedistrict

Last Minute Luxury 🏃⛰️ In case anyone has missed our latest offer it’s not too late- you still have until 31st July! Book now using the code LASTMIN on our website, or contact reception on 015394 35250 ☎️ or email us at info@theforestside.com

What a wild week in the kitchen garden! We’ve got lots of new growth from tomatoes, runner beans, and cucumbers. Peas and strawberries popping up everywhere, and we’ve harvested some delicious kohlrabi! Plus, we’re still sowing new micros for the kitchen and bar 💚

One of our NEW snacks- Potato Rosti topped with Hereford beef tartare, smoked sour cream, and Oscietra caviar! 😍 Plus vibrant garden grown cresses - nasturtiums, ox eye daisies, and pak choi 🌼 🌿 Who’s ready to treat themselves?

🌿🍹 Sip into summer with our refreshing Forest Side Garden Mojito! Made with our very own gooseberry rum infusion, garden-fresh mint, and a splash of lime. This drink is the perfect cooler on a hot sunny day. ☀️#michelinbar

We’re all about supporting our local biodiversity! Whilst you’re here come check out our wildflower and grasslands. We love leaving some areas to rewild and let Mother Nature do her thing. Explore the beauty of our natural spaces, which are supporting insects and pollinators.

Join Jess on a dreamy tour of our what a Forest side wedding could look like! 💍 From the enchanting ceremony and wedding breakfast, to the cozy lounge, bar and terrace, and our awesome team to make your special day! 🥂 Don’t forget to check out our wedding brochure online!