“Yan, tan, tethera” is “one, two, three” in the traditional sheep counting system, making “The Yan” a fitting name for a place that aspires to be “The One”. But does The The Yan, a warm and stylish retreat on the edge of Grasmere, live up to its name? Read on to find

Have you had your 1st dip of the season yet? Our Jess & Gee have and let’s say, it was refreshing in that “slightly regretting life choices but weirdly loving it” kind of way. The lakes are calling, the sun's playing ball, and that first icy dip? Still the ultimate summer reset!

🍋 This weekend’s sweet little number? LEMON & ELDERFLOWER POSSET – light, creamy, zesty, and made with our own pink elderflower (because we’re fancy like that). Comes with a raspberry palmier biscuit and a dusting of freeze-dried sass 🍓✨

Could this be the best view? Farm front and centre, fells being full-blown dramatic in the background; it’s giving Countryfile cover star we know. One of those views that never gets old, no matter how many cuppas, Shepherd’s Pies or nosey Herdys have joined you for the ride 💚

School’s nearly out, the planning’s getting serious, and we’ve got dreamy family stays with full bellies & fell views guaranteed. Pods, cottages, bistro bedrooms - whatever your base, just know there’s shepherd’s pie, sticky toffee, and chips-for-the-table waiting 🍴

TIKKA CHANCE ON ME 🍄 Crispy, spicy, deep-fried mushroom magic with raita and pickle on the side. It’s bold, it’s banging, and it ain’t mushroom for improvement. #StarterWithAttitude #TikkaChanceOnMe #TheYanKitchen #CrispyGoals

It’s finally the blummin’ weekend… and you know what that means 👀🍸 Drinks on the terrace? Absolutely. Sunshine optional, fell views guaranteed. See you on the terrace, yeah? First one’s claiming the best seat. #WeekendVibes #TerraceTipples #TheYanAtBroadrayne #PourUsAnother

One of our all-time family faves: Rydal Caves 🥾⛰️ Big adventure, low effort reward and the best bit? You can head there straight from the farm. No parking panic, just lace up and go. Ideal for little legs, picnic stops and pretending you're in an Enid Blyton book 📚

THE SMITHY 🔑 Small but mighty, and down to the last few stays of the summer 👀🔥 🗓 16 July, 2 nights 🗓 21 July, 2 nights 🗓 11 Sept, 3 nights Cute cottage, fell views, wine within walking distance. You know what to do. #TheSmithyStay #CottageCoreButMakeItCumbrian

Planning a big family gathering? Long overdue mates’ getaway? Same place, same stunning views, and the option to reconvene over wine, walks and Shepherd’s Pie. Make the combo work for you - we’ll do the rest. #GroupStaysDoneRight #TheMoreTheMerrier #GatherAtTheYan #FellsideFeast

Planning your summer stay and wondering what’s on? Our News page is packed with local goings-on - from wild swims to woolly adventures, garden gigs to gallery pop-ups, and everything in between. Basically, if it’s happening near us this summer, it’s probably in there 💚

Flower appreciation post 🌼 All credit to our Sal and her yearly graft, she plants, waters, and wills them into bloom. We love them. You love them. The bees are obsessed. And our vases are feeling very smug about it. #LifeAtTheYan #GrasmereInBloom #FlowerPower #FarmyardFabulous

Your July getaway - before the summer holiday chaos kicks in 🌞 Fells to roam, lakes to dip in, bistro dishes to demolish, and a big ol’ bed just a few steps away. July at ours is basically summer goals, all wrapped up in one perfect Lakes escape. #JulyDoneRight #MakeItCount

☀️ Summer might be bringing the heat, but Sunday Roastin’ at The Yan? Still absolutely piping. Because some traditions don’t care about the weather - and we’re not about to give up crisp roasties, proper gravy and Yorkshire puds just because the sun’s out.

☀️☔ Just one night? Sometimes that’s all you need. Midweek summer stays are the sneaky little treat you didn’t know you needed - walk straight from the door, feast in the bistro, kip like a legend, and be back at your desk (or not 👀) before anyone notices.

Our summer pudding game? Let’s just say... chef’s kiss. Between the Summer Meringue (aka sunshine on a plate) and Beth’s Baba (boozy, bold, and brilliant), we’ve basically bottled the best bits of summer and served to you, no issues 🥄

✨ GLAMPING, BUT MAKE IT BRITISH-SUMMER-PROOF ✨ Fresh air? Check. Fell views? Double check. Soggy socks, leaky tents, and waking up with a crick in your neck? Absolutely not. Stay wild, stay warm, and let the rain patter while you sip your brew in comfort. #GlampDontCamp