At Retreats & Hideaways, we are deeply invested in supporting local businesses and making the very most of what Cumbria has to offer. This includes the hand-selected items that go into each of our luxury hampers.
We are so lucky to have access to incredible food here in the Lake District, and whether that is sourdough bread made on our doorstep, or hand churned butter delivered by friendly farmers, we love providing our guests with high quality, local treats.
Lovingly Artisan
Home to the best bread in the Northwest, Lovingly Artisan is an icon of the sourdough industry, with the awards to prove it. Working closely with farmers and millers using ancient and organic grains, the bakers at Lovingly Artisan create magic. Hand crafted in the cosy bakery at Plumgarths Lakeland Food Park, we collect fresh warm loaves multiple times a week to provide a tasty welcome to our guests. If you’re passing by on your way to one of our homes, make sure you stop for a fresh breakfast pastry or focaccia for later. You’ll be spoilt for choice!
Winter Tarn Dairy
The butter provided in our hampers is sourced from Winter Tarn Dairy in north Cumbria.
A small family business with a passion for creating high quality butter with only the best local milk from grass fed, smell herd dairy farms. You’ll find their products being served in many of the Michelin Star restaurants in the area.
Witherslack Orchards
Just a stone’s throw from the centre of the Lake District, Witherslack Hall Estates is a stunning 800-hectare estate in the Lyth Valley. Home to twelve orchards, Witherslack Orchards produce irresistible juices made purely from local apples. With a passion for conservation and biodiversity, all fruit is grown without the use of chemicals or pesticides, creating a stunningly pure, refreshing, and delicious apple juice. Keep an eye out for their apple and damson juice in our Christmas hampers, as well as handmade gins and liqueurs in the local farm shops.
Hawkshead Relish Company
Whether it’s Christmas Chutney, or a delicious seasonal jam you’ll find Hawkshead Relish in our hampers all year round. From humble beginnings in their Hawkshead café, the business is now an icon of the Lake District food industry and can be found in shops and cafes all over the country. Using high quality ingredients and traditional methods, their relishes and preserves are a staple on any Cumbrian menu.
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