Our story
Generations of Northerners taught us how to do hospitality. Meet the trailblazing women and men who shaped Thwaites into the diverse business it is today.
Our O₂ Arena
When Daniel Thwaites, a farmer’s son from the Lake District, founded a small Blackburn brewery in 1807, his appetite for adventure created something amazing. Our sixth-generation business still brews lovely beers, but we’ve become a family of hotels, spas, inns and pubs in extraordinary landscapes, cities and communities. From our Lancashire roots to the Lakes, Dales, Cotswolds and South Coast, every Thwaites destination is a one-off. You’ll know you have found one by the way it makes you feel.
Our destinations
Cruise a glacial lake, hike a national park or explore a history-soaked city. Whatever adventure means to you, you’ll find it on one of our doorsteps.
Our brewery
Beer is where we started and we take pride in every pint. We brew craft ales in the Ribble Valley exclusively for Thwaites pubs, inns and hotels.
AA Hotel Group Of The Year
2026
The AA said: “Thwaites stands out as a diverse operator where quality shines and the authentic hospitality culture it’s known for runs through all of its operations. Non-stop investment over the past few years showcases Thwaites’ dedication to guest experience and creating properties it’s proud of.”
Meet &Retreat
Hotels & Spas
Get creative, get celebrating or get some ‘you’ time. Our hotels are perfectly placed for gatherings and getaways with friends, family and colleagues. Dreamy beds and soothing wellness spaces turn stopovers into spa breaks, while relaxed restaurants and flexible function rooms inspire big ideas and deep conversations.
Escape tothe country
Inns
Ghosts, artists and outlaws have made themselves at home in our inns for centuries – and who could blame them? From cosy walkers’ pubs to intriguing city landmarks, each of these gems is an adventure in waiting. Muddy boots and (not-too) muddy dogs are always welcome by the fire and the next perfect pint has your name on it.
Lovingour locals
Pubs
Fancy a lovely pint and a welcome that makes your day? Our tenants are the only landlords in the world who can fill your glass with tasty Thwaites ale. From Morecambe Bay to the Yorkshire Dales, Greater Manchester to the Midlands, Thwaites pubs are cherished by the communities that call them local. Call in and you’ll feel like a local too.
Have we got brews for you
Beers
Thwaites beer has a big reputation, but it’s made on a small scale. Our brewers use their senses – not machines – to guide every gallon from grist to cask and keg, creating traditional ales, zesty pales and seasonal specials that respect our long history while being exactly what you want to drink now.
Our jewel in the Lakes
Langdale Chase
Our jewel in the Lakes is an exquisitely relaxing escape, a modern British hotel on an intimate scale, right on the edge of Windermere. You’ll feel the love, care and craftsmanship we’ve poured into this Victorian landmark as soon as you walk in and catch the bewitching view across the water. We can’t wait to show you round.
Beauty’s where you find us...
The places we call home include some of the most magical spots in England, from mighty mountains and charming dales to fascinating cities and peaceful coasts. Walk out of the door and there’s discovery in every direction, whether you’re scaling the heights, seeing the sights or just pottering round for the joy of it.
Our Inns
Each of our inns is a unique and historic building, rooted in its community with generations of tales to tell. We’ve restored each one with respect for the past and excitement for the future. Settle in and become part of the story.
Our Hotels
From the water’s edge to the city’s heart, off the beaten track and just off the motorway, we’ve got hotels wherever you need them. Work, play, explore or celebrate: we’ll go out of our way to make everything just right.
For 220 years, care, craftsmanship, and community have been at the heart of all we do. We’re lucky to do business among amazing communities, landscapes and buildings. As we invest in our future, we’re investing in theirs, too, making decisions that support local enterprise, nurture craft skills, reduce energy whilst taking responsibility for our future legacy.
Sourcing locally
From cheese to chorizo, we love working with local producers who care deeply about what they do, just like we do.
Powering our places
We’ve been rapidly rolling out solar panels. As a result, over this last year we have generated over 430,000 kWh of clean renewable energy.
Repurposing for years to come
In our Inns we champion upcycling and repurposing when investing, seeking out reclaimed furniture that we restore to create a completely unique look.
Our Trophies
Langdale Chase The Times Best Places To Stay 2026
Langdale Chase The Times Best Places To Stay 2025
2026 International Brewing Awards Paradise No. 3 (Silver)
Thwaites Awarded Hotel Group Of The Year 2026
Langdale Chase Awarded Five Stars
A Member Of Small Luxury Hotels Of The World
In the Press
The Times 50 Best Places to Stay 2026: You’ve every right to feel smug when checking in at this meticulously restored Victorian manor on the banks of Windermere. The clincher is bobbing on the water outside. Albatros, a 1920s mahogany yacht,
Its grand interiors, complete with minstrels’ galleries, elaborately carved oak panelling and stained glass manage to be opulent and yet winningly informal.
Our Inns
Open-paw policy
Open-paw policy
Because we know your dog loves holidays as much as you do, we welcome four-legged overnight guests in almost all our properties. We can’t wait to see you.
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Our Hotels
Meet and Retreat
Meet and Retreat
From conference room to steam room, breakfast counter to cocktail bar, we’ll give you the space and headspace to spark ideas and make connections.
