The Yew Tree 1628

We are absolutely delighted to welcome a new addition to The Secret Table.. Andrew and Erin from The Yew Tree 1628 in Seatoller! Reopened by Honister Slate Mine’s Prentice Wilkinson-Weir 3 years ago, the country pub has thrived on creating exceptionally good, seasonal and local pub food. They often get lots of walkers in after a long day on the fells in which hearty food is just the ticket to refuel! Awarded the Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Award in 2025, this accolade showcases it as one of the top-rated pubs in The Lake District. For the team at The Yew Tree, their passion is showcasing their food as more than just fuel. Their dream has always been for guests to experience their love for the Lakes in every dish. This passion is brought to life through a menu that champions locally sourced ingredients and seasonal produce, from fell-reared meats to dairy, vegetables and sausages supplied by neighbouring farms.

The faces behind the success are Head Chef Andrew and Chef Erin. After moving to The Lake District in 2021 from the South of England, Andrew fell in love with the lifestyle and took on the challenge of Head Chef building on all his incredible skills learnt throughout this career including the freedom to be creative, giving them a renowned reputation for their Sunday Roasts and Burgers! Born and Bred in Portinscale, Chef Erin has worked her way up from Front of House, realising she had a passion for presenting beautiful dishes and now completed her apprenticeship during her time at The Yew Tree.

We’re delighted to welcome them to our Secret Table premiere, where they’ll be presenting a fantastic, festive five-course menu. The perfect excuse to gather family and friends, celebrate the magic of the season and enjoy a little pre-Christmas indulgence. It promises to be a truly special dining experience and one not to be missed!

MENU

STARTER

Herdwick Lamb Roulade – Sweet Potato Puree, Pickled Shallots, Pistachio and Crispy Cabbage

SOUP

Esthwaite Smoked Trout Chowder – Pommes Pailles, Chive Oil

MAIN COURSE

Cartmel Valley Venison Wellington – Cured Cumbrian Ham, Black Pudding Dauphinoise, Glazed Beetroot, Tenderstem Broccoli, Chocolate and Red Wine Jus

SORBET

Pear Sorbet – Popping Candy

DESSERT

Borrowdale Honey and Lemon Parfait – Spiced Apple, Hazelnut, Tuile

A simply unforgettable experience awaits at The Bistro at Underscar-  6:30pm Arrival, 7:00pm Dining.

£85pp. Please note down any dietaries on booking which will be discussed with the organiser. 

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to meet Andrew and Erin, learn from their expertise and experience a culinary whirlwind!

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