Book your table online and Dad’s first pint is on us.
Whether you’re planning a relaxed catch-up or a full family get-together, we’ve got everything you need to celebrate properly. Enjoy all your usual Sunday favourites, from hearty roasts to classic pub dishes, plus a great selection of drinks behind the bar.
Tables are expected to fill up fast, so book early to secure your spot.
A traditional family-friendly pub
Set in the heart of Kendal, The Duke of Cumberland is perfectly placed for both locals and visitors, with the Lake District right on our doorstep and easy access from the town centre. Whether you’re exploring the surrounding countryside or stopping by after a day out in Kendal, we’re a relaxed and welcoming spot to call into, alongside your four legged friends too.
Inside, you’ll find a warm, family‑friendly atmosphere with cosy booths and a real open fire, perfect for settling in and unwinding. Alongside this, our menu is packed full of tasty, crowd‑pleasing dishes that’ll keep you coming back time and time again.
Make the most of our outdoor space on warmer days, or gather friends and family indoors around the fire for celebrations and get‑togethers. Whether you’re joining us for a meal, drinks with friends, or to enjoy live sport, The Duke of Cumberland is a great place for every occasion.
There’s nothing quite like the great British pub when it comes to food, and that’s what we’re all about. A place where proper pub classics meet indulgent flavours, and irresistible bar snacks pair perfectly with our drinks.
With traditional family favourites, small plates to keep the little ones happy and great offers running throughout the week, our menus are bursting with flavour and promises to satisfy any craving.
Relax & Unwind in Our Beer Garden
Our impressive beer garden is the perfect place to kick back and enjoy the outdoors. With spacious seating, covered areas for all‑weather comfort, and tables featuring built‑in fire pits at the centre, it’s a space made for laid‑back drinks, relaxed dining, and long conversations as the day turns into evening. Whether you’re soaking up the sunshine or keeping cosy on cooler nights, our beer garden is a great spot to settle in and stay a while.
Your Space to Celebrate
Our function room is the perfect place to bring people together, whether you’re planning a birthday celebration, family gathering, anniversary, or a more formal get‑together. With a comfortable, welcoming setting and a relaxed pub atmosphere below, it’s a space designed to make hosting easy and enjoyable.
Ideal for both small and larger groups, our function room offers a private area to celebrate your way, with a buffet option available to suit the occasion. From casual celebrations to special milestones, our friendly team is on hand to help make your event one to remember.
Find your new favourite pour
Our bar is bursting with all your favourite drinks. From world lagers and tasty spirits to wines, cocktails, and everything in between… yep, even Buzzballs!
Swing by for a speedy cocktail with your bestie, a chilled-out pint at the bar, or go big for celebrations and game days. Whatever you’re craving, we’ve got something that’ll make your tastebuds do a little happy dance every time.
The Duke of Cumberland is conveniently located on Appleby Road in Kendal, directly opposite the cricket club, making it an ideal spot for both locals and visitors alike.
Enjoy the lively atmosphere of the locals passing by as you settle into your favourite seat. Whether you’ve been exploring the local area, catching the match, returning from a day out, or simply looking for a pub outing – we look forward to welcoming you soon.
🇬🇧🧠 THE GREAT BRITISH PUB QUIZ IS HERE! 🧠🇬🇧
Think you've got what it takes to take on the nation?
Join us for our interactive online Great British Pub Quiz starting at 8:00 PM!
💷 Entry Fee: Just £2.50 per player
🏆 Compete against players from pubs across the country
💰 Chance to win BIG cash prizes
📱 Interactive live quiz played from your table
🎉 Fun, laughs, and plenty of bragging rights up for grabs!
Gather your team, grab a drink, and put your knowledge to the test. Whether you're a quiz master or just in it for the banter, it's guaranteed to be a great night!
📍 The Duke of Cumberland
⏰ Quiz Starts: 8:00 PM
Will your team be crowned champions? There's only one way to find out...
#GreatBritishPubQuiz #PubQuizNight #TheDukeOfCumberland #QuizNight #CashPrizes #PlayAgainstTheNation
1 day ago
Dont forget folks Karaoke every Sunday from 8.30 at the Duke.....
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3 days ago
🎶 SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE MUSIC 🎶
Join us at The Duke of Cumberland this Saturday night from 9PM for an incredible live acoustic session with the brilliant Mark Burrows! 🎸🍻
Expect great music, chilled vibes, singalong favourites and the perfect atmosphere for your Saturday night out. Whether you’re popping in for a quiet drink or making a full night of it, this is one you won’t want to miss!
🕘 Starts at 9PM
📍 The Duke of Cumberland
Great music. Good vibes. Cold drinks. 🍺
4 days ago
5 days ago
🧼 WE’RE HIRING 🧼
The Duke is looking for a reliable Part Time Cleaner to join our team!
✨ Weekend availability is a must
✨ Friendly working environment
✨ Ideal for someone hardworking and dependable
If you take pride in keeping things spotless and want to be part of the team here at The Duke, we’d love to hear from you!
Pop into the pub and speak to a member of the team for more information. 🏆
7 days ago
🍴 WE’RE HIRING AGAIN! 🍴
The team at the The Duke of Cumberland is growing, and we’re looking for another Kitchen Assistant / Chef to join our busy kitchen team!
📍 Approx. 30 hours per week
📍 Evenings & weekends included (Christmas day)
📍 Experience preferred, but passion and a great work ethic are essential
📍 Fast-paced, friendly working environment
If you love good food, enjoy being part of a hardworking team, and want to be part of the exciting atmosphere here at The Duke — we’d love to hear from you!
🔥 Competitive pay
🔥 Supportive team
🔥 Immediate start available
Pop into the pub with your CV or send us a message directly through our Facebook page.
Come and be part of something special at The Duke of Cumberland! 🍻
9 days ago
🍻 THE WAIT IS OVER… OUR OUTSIDE BAR IS FINALLY OPEN! ☀️🍹
The drinks are flowing, the sunshine is (hopefully) shining, and the garden at the Duke is officially READY!
Come and enjoy ice cold pints, spirits and all your favourites from our brand new outside bar here at the Duke of Cumberland 🍺✨
Whether you’re soaking up the sun, catching up with friends, or just fancy a pint in the fresh air — we’ve got you covered!
🌿 Outdoor seating
🍻 Freshly poured drinks
☀️ Good vibes all day long
🎶 Perfect beer garden atmosphere
Get yourselves down and help us give the outside bar the opening it deserves! 🍹🍺
10 days ago
Lovely review sent to us via email this morning, so glad everyone enjoyed their night especially the birthday girl.
First function at the New Duke. ❤
May 2026
Fantastic space for a private party!
We hired the upstairs function room at the at the Duke of Cumberland for our daughters 18th birthday party/ family gathering. The decor is smart with a modern feel. (What a great job and a fantastic looking room).
The room was brilliant and comfortably fit our group in nicely without feeling squashed in.
A huge thank you especially to Richard and Scott, who allowed us to set up the night before, and even helped us set up (a big thank you Scott for your decorating advice and a big 6ft 7 thank you to Richard for your assistance with the higher decorating). We were blown away with your kindness.
The bar staff were absolutely amazing throughout the night ensuring everything ran smoothly, this is despite been run off their feet downstairs, with so many more customers, they were literally queuing from the door to the bar for drinks, which staff were dealing with incredibly in an organised manner ( this was due to the constant flow of customers, not the bar staff, they had it all under control).
Highly recommended for anyone looking to host a private gathering!
Fun was had by all, we had no complaints from any of our guests, we all just had a fantastic time.
Good luck to both Richard and Scott, and the team at the new and very much improved Duke. Thank you all again.
Thank you again
From the Davies family
11 days ago
🎤 SATURDAY NIGHT ENTERTAINMENT AT THE DUKE OF CUMBERLAND 🎤
Saturday 23rd May with the fantastic 🎶 SANDY MACK 🎶 performing LIVE from 9PM!
Get ready for a brilliant night of top vocals, great atmosphere, and all your favourite tunes right here at The Duke 🍻
Whether you’re out for a few drinks, a dance, or just a great night with friends — this is one you won’t want to miss!
📍 The Duke Of Cumberland, Kendal
🗓 Saturday 23rd May
⏰ From 9PM
Let’s pack the place and give Sandy a proper Duke welcome! 🎶✨
#TheDukeOfCumberland #LiveMusic #Kendal #SaturdayNight #SandyMack #PubEntertainment #NightOut
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