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The Whitewater Hotel is situated in Lakeland Village, Backbarrow, Newby Bridge.

The Whitewater Hotel is the ultimate Lake District retreat featuring the fantastic Cascades Leisure Club & Spa. Situated near Newby Bridge in the picturesque Lakeland Village, Backbarrow, just one mile south of the world famous Lake Windermere and nearby the Historic market town Ulverston.

The hotel building itself, is steeped in history; it was formally a Dolly Blue pigment factory making the world famous “Dolly Blue” and was also a Victorian cotton mill.

The Whitewater Hotel, Backbarrow, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, UK

Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award

We’re very proud to have received Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Award, based entirely on our own visitor reviews.

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EVERY SUNDAY

Traditional Roast at the Whitewater Hotel

Join us every Sunday at the Whitewater Hotel for a relaxed, traditional Sunday lunch served between 12:00pm and 7:30pm

Dining Room at the Whitewater Hotel Newby Bridge

Dining Options to Suit Everyone

Embark on a delightful culinary journey at the Whitewater Hotel, where each dining venue offers a unique ambiance and menu.

Our Riverside Restaurant showcases the rich bounty of the Lake District with seasonally curated menus, blending traditional and modern British cuisines.

For a more casual setting, the Lounge Bar provides a cozy retreat for light snacks, fine wines, and refreshing beverages.

Whether you are enjoiyng in a delicious meal overlooking the river or a casual drink in the warm ambiance of the bar, our diverse dining options cater to every palate and occasion, making each meal a memorable experience.

Relax, recharge and stay active with the Cascades Health Spa and Leisure Club at the Whitewater Hotel

SPA

Relax, unwind, and truly indulge at Cascades Spa

Relax and rejuvenate with luxurious treatments, a thermal suite, sauna, steam room and outdoor Jacuzzi.

LEISURE

Energise Your Routine in Our Cascades Leisure Club

Stay active with our heated indoor pool, modern gym, fitness classes, squash courts and tennis facilities.

What Our Guests Say

Real experiences from guests who have stayed, relaxed and dined at the Whitewater Hotel.

Well maintained hotel in a good scenic location central to accessing and touring the southern lake district.

John

Reviewed on Booking.com

Hotel was clean, tidy and staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good. Everything about the place was easy and relaxing.

Mario

Reviewed on Booking.com

Lovely next to river. Good hearty breakfast with plenty of choice. Room spacious. Very good spa

Peter

Reviewed on Booking.com

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