Description
The Lakes Distillery is a whisky producer based at Setmurthy, near Bassenthwaite Lake in Cumbria. Its official website presents its whisky range and provides product information, online purchasing and customer-care contacts.
Whisky production continues at the distillery. Its visitor centre, shop, bistro and tours closed in April 2026, so this listing should not be used to plan a distillery tour or a visit to those facilities. Contact the business through its official website for current arrangements.
The production location is The Lakes Distillery, Setmurthy, near Bassenthwaite Lake, Cumbria CA13 9SJ.
UKTIA award history: The Lakes Distillery was named Best Whisky Manufacturer in England in the 2024–2025 UK Trade & Industry Awards. This historical award does not represent current UKTIA accreditation.
The cover image is an AI-generated distilling illustration, not a photograph of The Lakes Distillery’s premises, equipment or products.
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