Langdale Chase Cumbria

About the venue

The foundation stone for the building itself was laid in 1890, and the house took some five years to complete.

It was first opened as a hotel in 1930. However, there are artifacts in the hotel which date back as far as 1664. Large imposing rooms, oak-panelled and mellowed with the years, a collection of fine oil paintings, ornate carved fireplaces and the magnificent oak staircase tell their own story of a hotel rich in history and character. Blessed with so many architectural and decorative examples of our heritage, not to mention hidden treasures, such as the original mosaic floors in the porch, laid by craftsman brought over from Italy, the house is listed as one of national and historic interest. The Hotel's outstanding interior and location, made it a natural choice for the classic English country house in Alfred Hitchcock's production of "The Paradine Case", starring Gregory Peck, and more recently in the BBC's portrayal of the life of Donald Campbell. The Langdale Chase history book charting the story of Langdale Chase Hotel from 1890 to present is available from reception for a small fee.