Threlkeld has three excellent Public Houses each with a different character.
The Salutation Inn is in the middle of the villagen and has undergone extensive alteration and decoration in 2004. It now has five en-suite rooms. It is a traditional pub serving good quality good value "pub food" In 2009 the management of the Horse & Farrier took over running the Salutation. Enquiries 017687 79614.
The Horse & Farrier is the oldest inn in the village almost opposite the Salutation. It has a high quality restuarant (booking desirable - often essential). There is a pleasant bar and ensuite bedrooms.
The White Horse Inn is a smaller establishment about 1 mile to the east of the village at Scales. It serves good quality home cooked a la carte food using fresh local produce. There is a dull no smoking policy and it is advisable to book (017687 79241).