The Wayside and Whisky Barn
@thewayside.bsky.social
Small Luxury Accommodation with a fully licensed bar with a large collection of whisky, and Holiday Cottage in the Western Lake District🇬🇧. thewayside.uk
At The Wayside, we welcome all vehicles – from family cars to the most exotic supercars. 😎 Our large car park offers plenty of space for cars of all shapes & sizes.
For EVs, we can provide an overnight charge to ensure you’re ready for the next day’s journey. Just contact us after the booking.😊
For EVs, we can provide an overnight charge to ensure you’re ready for the next day’s journey. Just contact us after the booking.😊
September 27, 2025 at 10:35 AM
At The Wayside, we welcome all vehicles – from family cars to the most exotic supercars. 😎 Our large car park offers plenty of space for cars of all shapes & sizes.
For EVs, we can provide an overnight charge to ensure you’re ready for the next day’s journey. Just contact us after the booking.😊
For EVs, we can provide an overnight charge to ensure you’re ready for the next day’s journey. Just contact us after the booking.😊
🌅 Sunset views from The Wayside 🧡
We've seen quite spectacular sunsets this summer so far, and now it's the time of the year when the sun sets in to the sea, visible from our grounds. It’s always lovely to see guests step outside in the calm of the evening to admire the view.
#lovewestlakes
We've seen quite spectacular sunsets this summer so far, and now it's the time of the year when the sun sets in to the sea, visible from our grounds. It’s always lovely to see guests step outside in the calm of the evening to admire the view.
#lovewestlakes
July 21, 2025 at 7:13 AM
🌅 Sunset views from The Wayside 🧡
We've seen quite spectacular sunsets this summer so far, and now it's the time of the year when the sun sets in to the sea, visible from our grounds. It’s always lovely to see guests step outside in the calm of the evening to admire the view.
#lovewestlakes
We've seen quite spectacular sunsets this summer so far, and now it's the time of the year when the sun sets in to the sea, visible from our grounds. It’s always lovely to see guests step outside in the calm of the evening to admire the view.
#lovewestlakes
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Wow, look at the detail on those wings 😍
Emperor dragonflies are one of the largest species in Europe at ~7.8cm long 📏
Emperor dragonflies are one of the largest species in Europe at ~7.8cm long 📏
Too hot for bird pics, here's an Emperor Dragonfly ovipositing @cumbriawildlife.bsky.social South Walney today.
#ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #dragonflies #insects
#ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #dragonflies #insects
July 16, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Wow, look at the detail on those wings 😍
Emperor dragonflies are one of the largest species in Europe at ~7.8cm long 📏
Emperor dragonflies are one of the largest species in Europe at ~7.8cm long 📏
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I noticed that today on BBC 4, Juliet Bradbury's 'Wainwright's Walks' featured the ascent of Pillar from Ennerdale.
The N face of Pillar is one of the most dramatic places in the @lakedistrictnpa.bsky.social and few walk there.
Here are my pics of the direct route up from Ennerdale, 2010.👌
The N face of Pillar is one of the most dramatic places in the @lakedistrictnpa.bsky.social and few walk there.
Here are my pics of the direct route up from Ennerdale, 2010.👌
May 22, 2025 at 11:35 PM
I noticed that today on BBC 4, Juliet Bradbury's 'Wainwright's Walks' featured the ascent of Pillar from Ennerdale.
The N face of Pillar is one of the most dramatic places in the @lakedistrictnpa.bsky.social and few walk there.
Here are my pics of the direct route up from Ennerdale, 2010.👌
The N face of Pillar is one of the most dramatic places in the @lakedistrictnpa.bsky.social and few walk there.
Here are my pics of the direct route up from Ennerdale, 2010.👌
Glendronach 21 year old "Parliament" (48%)
This 21-year-old expression (matured in a combination of Oloroso and PX sherry casks) seems to have been discontinued recently as the distillery updated its core range. Lovely full body whisky with strong wood and spices.
#whisky #singlemalt
This 21-year-old expression (matured in a combination of Oloroso and PX sherry casks) seems to have been discontinued recently as the distillery updated its core range. Lovely full body whisky with strong wood and spices.
#whisky #singlemalt
May 8, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Glendronach 21 year old "Parliament" (48%)
This 21-year-old expression (matured in a combination of Oloroso and PX sherry casks) seems to have been discontinued recently as the distillery updated its core range. Lovely full body whisky with strong wood and spices.
#whisky #singlemalt
This 21-year-old expression (matured in a combination of Oloroso and PX sherry casks) seems to have been discontinued recently as the distillery updated its core range. Lovely full body whisky with strong wood and spices.
#whisky #singlemalt
As guests arrive at our car park, they’re now greeted by playful lambs in the nearby fields and a splash of blooming colours in the corner. A bright and cheerful welcome to begin your stay at The Wayside.🌼🐑
Wish you all a wonderful bank holiday weekend!🌿
#CountrysideStay #lakedistrict #ruralretreat
Wish you all a wonderful bank holiday weekend!🌿
#CountrysideStay #lakedistrict #ruralretreat
May 3, 2025 at 11:12 AM
As guests arrive at our car park, they’re now greeted by playful lambs in the nearby fields and a splash of blooming colours in the corner. A bright and cheerful welcome to begin your stay at The Wayside.🌼🐑
Wish you all a wonderful bank holiday weekend!🌿
#CountrysideStay #lakedistrict #ruralretreat
Wish you all a wonderful bank holiday weekend!🌿
#CountrysideStay #lakedistrict #ruralretreat
Showcasing our local beaches - Gutterby, a quiet 25-minute walk away. You can also visit Silecroft, just a 4-minute drive where you can treat yourself with coffee & cakes at the café.
Visit at low tide if you can.
This is one of the many reasons we love the western Lake District. #lovewestlakes
Visit at low tide if you can.
This is one of the many reasons we love the western Lake District. #lovewestlakes
April 27, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Showcasing our local beaches - Gutterby, a quiet 25-minute walk away. You can also visit Silecroft, just a 4-minute drive where you can treat yourself with coffee & cakes at the café.
Visit at low tide if you can.
This is one of the many reasons we love the western Lake District. #lovewestlakes
Visit at low tide if you can.
This is one of the many reasons we love the western Lake District. #lovewestlakes
Are you planning to attend #DaveDay this year? We have good news for you - there is one large double room now available due to a cancellation!
Off-road & out-of-sight parking is available for motorcyclists too at The Wayside.
Visit daveday.org for the event details.
Off-road & out-of-sight parking is available for motorcyclists too at The Wayside.
Visit daveday.org for the event details.
April 26, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Are you planning to attend #DaveDay this year? We have good news for you - there is one large double room now available due to a cancellation!
Off-road & out-of-sight parking is available for motorcyclists too at The Wayside.
Visit daveday.org for the event details.
Off-road & out-of-sight parking is available for motorcyclists too at The Wayside.
Visit daveday.org for the event details.
Easter Sunday brought glorious spring sunshine to Whitbeck, and we couldn’t have asked for a lovelier spring day. We hope your weekend was just as wonderful as ours! ☀️😊
#bluebell #easter2025
#bluebell #easter2025
April 23, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Easter Sunday brought glorious spring sunshine to Whitbeck, and we couldn’t have asked for a lovelier spring day. We hope your weekend was just as wonderful as ours! ☀️😊
#bluebell #easter2025
#bluebell #easter2025
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Part 1: Stunning Whitehaven Harbour Tour | Discover Cumbria’s Coastal Gem 🌊 #Cumbria #Whitehaven #CumbriaGuru #Travel
November 27, 2024 at 7:38 PM
Part 1: Stunning Whitehaven Harbour Tour | Discover Cumbria’s Coastal Gem 🌊 #Cumbria #Whitehaven #CumbriaGuru #Travel
#HerdwickSheep on the #LakeDistrictCoast! 🐑 Spotted these cheeky escapees during a quick walk along the coastal path from Silecroft. They may have naughtily wandered beyond the field fence, but they certainly made for a picture for us. #LoveWestLakes #lakedistrict #englandcoastpath #englandcoast
April 12, 2025 at 3:55 PM
#HerdwickSheep on the #LakeDistrictCoast! 🐑 Spotted these cheeky escapees during a quick walk along the coastal path from Silecroft. They may have naughtily wandered beyond the field fence, but they certainly made for a picture for us. #LoveWestLakes #lakedistrict #englandcoastpath #englandcoast
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Eskdale Mill is a rare survival of a traditional watermill and drying kiln. It is the last remaining working water-powered corn mill in the Lake District National Park.
Discover more about our history and book your visit today ➡️https://www.eskdalemill.co.uk/history/
Discover more about our history and book your visit today ➡️https://www.eskdalemill.co.uk/history/
April 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Eskdale Mill is a rare survival of a traditional watermill and drying kiln. It is the last remaining working water-powered corn mill in the Lake District National Park.
Discover more about our history and book your visit today ➡️https://www.eskdalemill.co.uk/history/
Discover more about our history and book your visit today ➡️https://www.eskdalemill.co.uk/history/
How cheerful are these daffodils? We love bringing a touch of seasonal beauty indoors, using flowers from our own garden whenever we can. The daffodils are nearing the end of their season now - but the bluebells will be blooming soon!🌿
April 7, 2025 at 10:18 AM
How cheerful are these daffodils? We love bringing a touch of seasonal beauty indoors, using flowers from our own garden whenever we can. The daffodils are nearing the end of their season now - but the bluebells will be blooming soon!🌿
☘️ Happy St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️
New additions to the Irish🇮🇪 whiskeys section in our collection:
🥃 Bushmills 21 Year Old (40%)
🥃 Redbreast Pedro Ximénez (PX) Edition (46%) – also available by the bottle!
Sláinte! 😊
#StPatricksDay #IrishWhiskey #Sláinte #WhiskeyLovers
New additions to the Irish🇮🇪 whiskeys section in our collection:
🥃 Bushmills 21 Year Old (40%)
🥃 Redbreast Pedro Ximénez (PX) Edition (46%) – also available by the bottle!
Sláinte! 😊
#StPatricksDay #IrishWhiskey #Sláinte #WhiskeyLovers
March 17, 2025 at 9:18 PM
☘️ Happy St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️
New additions to the Irish🇮🇪 whiskeys section in our collection:
🥃 Bushmills 21 Year Old (40%)
🥃 Redbreast Pedro Ximénez (PX) Edition (46%) – also available by the bottle!
Sláinte! 😊
#StPatricksDay #IrishWhiskey #Sláinte #WhiskeyLovers
New additions to the Irish🇮🇪 whiskeys section in our collection:
🥃 Bushmills 21 Year Old (40%)
🥃 Redbreast Pedro Ximénez (PX) Edition (46%) – also available by the bottle!
Sláinte! 😊
#StPatricksDay #IrishWhiskey #Sláinte #WhiskeyLovers
A glimpse of the courtyard just a couple of days ago - the chilly air almost had a blue hue to it. But this morning, a warm spring breeze brushed my face... what a delight!
March 9, 2025 at 12:13 PM
A glimpse of the courtyard just a couple of days ago - the chilly air almost had a blue hue to it. But this morning, a warm spring breeze brushed my face... what a delight!
🌿 Looking for a refreshing early spring escape? Or a last minute weekend away? We’ve got the perfect offer for you!😊
Enjoy up to 20% off stays between 8th (Sat) – 22nd (Sat) March with code "SPRSTAY" The longer you stay, the bigger the discount!
Book now👉 🌐thewayside.uk / ☎️01229 718883
Enjoy up to 20% off stays between 8th (Sat) – 22nd (Sat) March with code "SPRSTAY" The longer you stay, the bigger the discount!
Book now👉 🌐thewayside.uk / ☎️01229 718883
March 3, 2025 at 2:40 PM
🌿 Looking for a refreshing early spring escape? Or a last minute weekend away? We’ve got the perfect offer for you!😊
Enjoy up to 20% off stays between 8th (Sat) – 22nd (Sat) March with code "SPRSTAY" The longer you stay, the bigger the discount!
Book now👉 🌐thewayside.uk / ☎️01229 718883
Enjoy up to 20% off stays between 8th (Sat) – 22nd (Sat) March with code "SPRSTAY" The longer you stay, the bigger the discount!
Book now👉 🌐thewayside.uk / ☎️01229 718883
March 1, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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Mist over Crummock Water
February 19, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Mist over Crummock Water
Too cold and windy to go outside? Relax and unwind in our cosy bar - even better and warmer with a dram or two.😊 #StayWarm
#whisky #LakeDistrict #WhiskyLovers #WinterEscape #VisitCumbria
#whisky #LakeDistrict #WhiskyLovers #WinterEscape #VisitCumbria
February 18, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Too cold and windy to go outside? Relax and unwind in our cosy bar - even better and warmer with a dram or two.😊 #StayWarm
#whisky #LakeDistrict #WhiskyLovers #WinterEscape #VisitCumbria
#whisky #LakeDistrict #WhiskyLovers #WinterEscape #VisitCumbria
🐑"How baa you today?" One of the locals posing for the camera.🙂 #herdwicksheep
#lakedistrict #cumbria #countrylife #eskdalevalley
#lakedistrict #cumbria #countrylife #eskdalevalley
February 12, 2025 at 8:15 PM
🐑"How baa you today?" One of the locals posing for the camera.🙂 #herdwicksheep
#lakedistrict #cumbria #countrylife #eskdalevalley
#lakedistrict #cumbria #countrylife #eskdalevalley
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Today's #WowWednesday is of Ennerdale, captured by Chris Fleming-Williams. We can almost hear the waves 🌊
Did you know Ennerdale inspired Wordsworth’s poem ‘The Brothers’ in 1800 after he and Coleridge visited the valley? How does the Lake District inspire you? 🖋️
#Ennerdale #Wordsworth
Did you know Ennerdale inspired Wordsworth’s poem ‘The Brothers’ in 1800 after he and Coleridge visited the valley? How does the Lake District inspire you? 🖋️
#Ennerdale #Wordsworth
February 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Today's #WowWednesday is of Ennerdale, captured by Chris Fleming-Williams. We can almost hear the waves 🌊
Did you know Ennerdale inspired Wordsworth’s poem ‘The Brothers’ in 1800 after he and Coleridge visited the valley? How does the Lake District inspire you? 🖋️
#Ennerdale #Wordsworth
Did you know Ennerdale inspired Wordsworth’s poem ‘The Brothers’ in 1800 after he and Coleridge visited the valley? How does the Lake District inspire you? 🖋️
#Ennerdale #Wordsworth
#Organic single malt whiskies - Nc'Nean from the Isle of Mull and Benromach Whisky from Speyside. Crafted with care and sustainability in mind, they deliver great flavour. Enjoy a dram at Whisky Barn, or take home a bottle to savour later.😉
#SingleMalt #ScotchWhisky #whisky
#SingleMalt #ScotchWhisky #whisky
February 11, 2025 at 7:57 PM
#Organic single malt whiskies - Nc'Nean from the Isle of Mull and Benromach Whisky from Speyside. Crafted with care and sustainability in mind, they deliver great flavour. Enjoy a dram at Whisky Barn, or take home a bottle to savour later.😉
#SingleMalt #ScotchWhisky #whisky
#SingleMalt #ScotchWhisky #whisky
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#OnThisDay
5th February 1831
Patent No. 5974 of 1830 - for a continuous still - is granted to Aeneas Coffey of Dock Distillery, Dublin.
#WhiskyHistory
5th February 1831
Patent No. 5974 of 1830 - for a continuous still - is granted to Aeneas Coffey of Dock Distillery, Dublin.
#WhiskyHistory
February 5, 2025 at 9:09 PM
#OnThisDay
5th February 1831
Patent No. 5974 of 1830 - for a continuous still - is granted to Aeneas Coffey of Dock Distillery, Dublin.
#WhiskyHistory
5th February 1831
Patent No. 5974 of 1830 - for a continuous still - is granted to Aeneas Coffey of Dock Distillery, Dublin.
#WhiskyHistory
🔎 #interior From the dining into the bar
A traditional Cumbrian barn sympathetically renovated to keep its heritage & charm, with exposed beams, reclaimed bricks, Burlington slate flooring. But modern comfort is not forgotten! Enjoy the underfloor heating & super-fast Wi‑Fi.
#LakeDistrict #bandb
A traditional Cumbrian barn sympathetically renovated to keep its heritage & charm, with exposed beams, reclaimed bricks, Burlington slate flooring. But modern comfort is not forgotten! Enjoy the underfloor heating & super-fast Wi‑Fi.
#LakeDistrict #bandb
February 2, 2025 at 4:19 PM
🔎 #interior From the dining into the bar
A traditional Cumbrian barn sympathetically renovated to keep its heritage & charm, with exposed beams, reclaimed bricks, Burlington slate flooring. But modern comfort is not forgotten! Enjoy the underfloor heating & super-fast Wi‑Fi.
#LakeDistrict #bandb
A traditional Cumbrian barn sympathetically renovated to keep its heritage & charm, with exposed beams, reclaimed bricks, Burlington slate flooring. But modern comfort is not forgotten! Enjoy the underfloor heating & super-fast Wi‑Fi.
#LakeDistrict #bandb