Walks and runs
Routes start in the village and head up to Whitbarrow Scar and Yewbarrow. Ask us for ideas, whether it’s a short stroll or a full day.
Walking & cycling
Start from the front door
Great walking, running and cycling routes begin right outside the pub, with a limestone scar, quiet lanes and long views across the Lyth Valley.
Out and about
Between Whitbarrow Scar and Yewbarrow
Witherslack sits in the Lyth Valley, sandwiched between Whitbarrow Scar and Yewbarrow, known locally as The Noddle. That means you can lace up your boots or clip in your pedals and be out on the fells and lanes without needing the car. It’s a gentler, quieter side of the Lake District.
The coast of Morecambe Bay and the Arnside & Silverdale landscape are a short drive away, and Windermere is 13 miles north, so there’s plenty to fill a long weekend. We’re always happy to make suggestions, so ask when you arrive.
Afterwards, there’s a pint, a fire and a proper meal waiting, and six comfortable en-suite rooms if you’d like to stay.
Walkers and riders welcome
A pub that understands boots and bikes
Cycling
We can introduce you to our partner bike hire company, and guests staying with us can store their bikes.
Refuel
Hearty food Wednesday to Sunday, and local beers and gin. Drinks-only on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Stay over
Six en-suite rooms, dog friendly, with roll-top baths in some. Perfect for a weekend of walking.
Getting here
More places to explore
- Grange-over-Sands & Morecambe Bay
- about 10–15 minutes
- Levens Hall & Sizergh Castle
- about 10–15 minutes
- Arnside & Silverdale
- about 25 minutes
- Windermere & Bowness
- about 30 minutes
Approximate journey times by car, outside busy periods.
The Derby Arms, Witherslack, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6RHGood to know
Questions people ask
Can I walk to Whitbarrow Scar from the pub?
Yes. Witherslack sits between Whitbarrow Scar and Yewbarrow, and there are walking, running and cycling routes directly from our front door. We’re happy to suggest a route when you arrive.
Can I hire a bike near The Derby Arms?
We can introduce you to our partner bike hire company, so you can explore the area straight from our front door.
Is there somewhere to store bikes?
Guests staying with us can store their bikes in the snug. Let us know when you book.
Can I get food after a walk?
Yes, on Wednesday to Sunday. Food is served from 12pm to 8pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays, 12pm to 8:30pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and 12pm to 6pm on Sundays. We’re drinks only on Mondays and Tuesdays (open from 2pm).
Make a weekend of it
Book a room direct, or call us on 015395 52207 to talk through your plans.
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