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The Royal Oak, Burton in Kendal

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The Royal Oak, Burton in Kendal

Traditional country pub offering fresh, home cooked food and a mixture of beverages.

Located 20 minutes from the heart of the lake district in a small, pleasant countryside village. The Royal Oak is a traditional country pub nestled in the idyllic, historic village of Burton in Kendal. The 18th century inn has been newly refurbished to create a cosy haven with modern charm. As a family run pub, we offer homely classic food with a flair and a fantastic selection of local and renowned beverages. You can enjoy relaxing and warming by a real open fire in the winter or soaking up sunshine in our spacious beer garden within summer months. So, whether your stopping by for an award winning cask ale, indulging in some of our wholesome, locally sourced food or popping in for a coffee and sweet treat, you are always guaranteed to receive a warm welcome from our friendly team. Don’t forget to keep up-to-date with the latest news and offers via our page and website.

15/09/2026

🏆 AWARD WINNERS! 🏆

We’re absolutely thrilled to announce our latest achievement… The Royal Oak has been awarded the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award 2026! 🎉🥂

This incredible award places us among the top 10% of restaurants worldwide on Tripadvisor 🌍⭐

To say we’re over the moon would be an understatement! ❤️

A huge THANK YOU to every single person who has visited us, supported us, recommended us and taken the time to leave such wonderful reviews. Your continued support means more to us than you know.

And, of course, a massive thank you to our amazing team, whose hard work, passion and dedication make achievements like this possible.

We’re incredibly proud of how far we’ve come and so excited for what’s still to come!

Top 10% worldwide… we’ll definitely be raising a glass to that! 🥂🏆

Thank you from all of us at The Royal Oak ❤️

09/09/2026

🎄 OUR CHRISTMAS MENU IS COMING! 🎄

The most wonderful time of the year is nearly here, and we’re ready to celebrate with delicious seasonal flavours and plenty of festive spirit! ✨🥂

Our Christmas Menu will be available from 1st December, filled with festive favourites and seasonal dishes perfect for celebrating with friends, family or colleagues.

And even better… there’s no need to pre-order! Simply book your table and choose what takes your fancy on the day. 🎅🏼🍽️

For larger parties of 15+, we do kindly ask for a pre-order to help us make your celebration run smoothly.

December is always a busy one, so book your festive table now and get Christmas celebrations in the diary! 🎁🎄

✨ Good food. Great company. Plenty of Christmas cheer. ✨

07/09/2026

🧠 QUIZ NIGHT IS BACK! 🧠

📅 This Wednesday – 9th September
⏰ 8pm start
👥 Teams of 4
💷 £1 per person

Get your thinking caps on and gather your team for another evening of friendly competition, testing trivia and plenty of laughs! 🍻🧠

🎟️ Half-time raffle with all proceeds from the evening going towards Burton News.

🍴 Fancy making a night of it?
Book your table for some pre-quiz food and guarantee yourself a prime quiz seat – tables are booking up quickly!

📞 Book now to avoid missing out!

04/09/2026

🍓 DISH OF THE WEEK 🍓

Strawberry Pavlova

Crisp, light meringue topped with silky vanilla cream, fresh strawberries, strawberry purée and delicate elderflower jelly. 🍓🌸

Bursting with fresh flavours, this beautiful dessert is light, refreshing and deliciously indulgent – the perfect way to finish your meal.

Why not treat yourself? Enjoy a meal with us and save a little room for an extra-special sweet treat! 🤍

Book your table today and give our Strawberry Pavlova a try.

02/09/2026

📣Front of House Staff – Join Our Team! 📣

Position: Front of House Staff
Hours: Flexible (Must be available for weekend shifts)

We’re looking for friendly, enthusiastic and reliable Front of House team members to join our busy and welcoming country pub.

If you enjoy working with people, thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in delivering great customer service, we’d love to hear from you!

The Role
As a member of our Front of House team, you’ll be responsible for creating a warm and enjoyable experience for every guest.
Your duties will include:
⭐️ Welcoming and seating customers
⭐️ Taking food and drink orders accurately
⭐️ Serving food and drinks (bar experience is essential)
⭐️ Providing friendly and attentive customer service
⭐️ Keeping tables and front of house areas clean and presentable
⭐️ Handling payments and assisting with general restaurant duties
⭐️ Working closely with the kitchen and wider team to ensure smooth service

What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for people who are:
✅ Over 18 years only
✅ Friendly, approachable and confident with customers
✅ Reliable and punctual
✅ Positive and hardworking
✅ Able to work well as part of a team
✅ Comfortable working in a busy environment
✅ Passionate about providing excellent customer service
✅ Previous hospitality experience is essential

What We Offer:
🔹Competitive pay
🔹Flexible working hours
🔹Training and development opportunities
🔹A friendly and supportive team
🔹Tips

Interested?

Send your CV to [email protected] or pop in and speak to a member of the team.

Come and be part of our team!

01/09/2026

🍂 SEPTEMBER NEWS & EVENTS 🍂

After an incredibly busy August, September is looking a little quieter here at The Royal Oak — but we still have two exciting events in the diary to look forward to!

🧠 Wednesday 9th September – Monthly Quiz Night
Gather your team, test your knowledge and join us for another evening of friendly competition, plenty of laughs and some testing trivia!

🍽️ Thursday 24th September – An Evening of Fine Dining
Join us for a special evening of delicious food, carefully prepared by our talented kitchen team. The perfect opportunity to enjoy something a little extra special!

📖 Both of these events are always incredibly popular and book up quickly, so we strongly recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.

We’re looking forward to another great month at The Royal Oak! 🍻🍂

29/08/2026

☀️🍻 BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY — EXTENDED OPENING HOURS! 🍻☀️

We’re making the most of the long weekend and will be OPEN ALL DAY this Bank Holiday Monday, 31st August!

🕛 12pm – Close

Make the most of the extended weekend and join us for a delicious meal with family and friends, or simply pop in, grab a pint and enjoy the Bank Holiday atmosphere. 🍽️🍺

Whether it’s lunch, dinner or just a few drinks — we’d love to see you!

Book your table now or simply pop in for a pint! 🍻

*Please note food service will finish at a slightly early time of 7.30pm.

28/08/2026

🍴 DISH OF THE WEEK… WITH A TWIST! 🍴

This week, we couldn’t choose just one! We’re showcasing a couple of delicious dishes from our NEW Bar Snacks & Nibbles Menu. 🤤

Perfect for when you fancy something a little lighter and less formal — whether you’re enjoying a pint at the bar, catching up with friends, or simply feeling a little peckish.

⭐ Fish Goujons
Served with homemade tartare sauce

🌶️ Korean Crispy Chilli Beef
Served with a fresh cucumber & spring onion salad

And why stop at one? Order a few dishes for the table and enjoy them tapas-style — perfect for sharing! 🍻

Our Bar Snacks & Nibbles Menu is available Monday to Saturday.

Pop in, grab a drink and discover your new favourite nibble! 🥂

21/08/2026

Dish of the Week 🍢

Satay Chicken Skewers

Tender, succulent chicken skewers coated in a delicious satay glaze, served alongside sweet and tangy plum sauce, crunchy Asian slaw and a creamy, zingy yuzu mayonnaise. 🌶️🥢

A perfect combination of rich, nutty flavours, fresh crunch and a little citrusy kick — the ideal way to start your meal!

Book your table now and enjoy this week’s delicious starter! 🍽️

18/08/2026

Quiz Night 🧠

📅 This Wednesday 19th August
⏰ 8pm start
👥 Teams of 4
💷 £1 per player

Plus, our raffle at the halfway point! 🎟️

Come along and gather your team for some friendly competition! Expect plenty of laughs, some testing trivia and, of course, a little bit of healthy rivalry! 😜

Think you’ve got what it takes to be crowned quiz champions? 🏆

Get your team together and join us this Wednesday!

All proceeds are donated to Burton MUGA (Multi-use Games Area)

Address

The Royal Oak
Carnforth
LA61LY

Opening Hours

Monday	5pm - 10pm
Tuesday	12pm - 10pm
Wednesday	12pm - 11pm
Thursday	12pm - 11pm
Friday	12pm - 11:30pm
Saturday	12pm - 11:30pm
Sunday	12pm - 11pm

Telephone

+441524548797

Website

https://www.royaloakburton.co.uk/

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