Brook, Cleator

A small, three roomed pub, found at the end of a terrace in a semi-rural location on the fringes of the Lake District, the Brook manages to combine the comfortingly traditional with the stylishly modern. The food�s truly excellent: the chalkboards list the many specials available in addition to the regular menu. All food is locally sourced and freshly prepared as far as possible. Sunday lunches are particularly popular - booking advised. The area by the bar has a focus on drinkers; it is complemented by a more eclectic feel, and by a regularly updated what�s-on board above the pub�s real fire, including birthdays, other family celebrations and forthcoming musicians. Deservedly popular. 32 and 32E stop outside but 31 also stops a short walk away at Wath Brow. Plenty of on-street parking.