We are taking every measure possible to saveguard our customers and staff from the threat of Covid-19. Please adhere to all our safety measures and Government guidelines at all times.
We ask customers who are experiencing any symptoms of Covid-19 such as....
1. Persistent Cough
2. High Temperature
3. Loss of Smell or Taste
Not to enter the premises - Thank you!.
Please take time to read and comply with our 'Safer Socialising' guidelines when at The Howard Arms - Thank you!
Wherever possible please try to use contactless payment at present. We now accept up to £45 by this method. We are still happy to accept cash though.
Table Reservations are for a 90 minute duration for drinks only or food and drinks, if you would like to stay with us longer please mention this at time of booking. We do ask that you order food if staying longer than 90 minutes.
All food and drink will be ordered and delivered via table service from a member of staff who has been trained on Covid-19 Safety. Our contactless card payment system has been brought up to £45 to make it easier and safer to pay.
We are working within Government guidelines when we take table bookings, please note the following if you are trying to reserve a table:
'Indoor gatherings should only be occurring in groups of up to two households (including support bubbles), or a group of at most six people from any number of households. It is against the law to gather in groups of more than 30 people, except for the limited circumstances as set out by law.
The newly refurbished Howard Arms is in the middle of the historic city of Carlisle and close to the shopping centre and the castle. It serves excellent food and drink 7 days a week and a warm welcome always awaits
We are known for our Cask Beers in particular our range of Theakston Ales which have been a firm favourite for many years!...we also have an ever changing range of guest ales - always in tip top condition which has resulted in us being awarded Cask Marque accreditation.
We serve great food here at The Howard - good traditional British food made freshly each day on the premises. The menu has something for everyone and we cater for families and children too. There are always Vegetarian and Gluten Free options available! Our Sunday Lunches are superb and booking is recommended.