Trad Lancashire pub tiny doily coasters for your beer, lots of trinkets on shelves, a formal…read moredining room etc. And a clientele to go with lots of grannies done up in their best dresses. And largely excellent food to go with. OK, so the plus points: if you want hearty trad food, then this place is excellent good portions, big, bold flavours and a reasonable range of stuff (if you don't mind it leaning towards the cheesy/stodgy) for veggies like me. Plus lovely staff. (And it's not far from the motorway if you're passing through.) The minus points? First, a fairly unwelcoming attitude among other patrons (most likely the regulars or people staying in the nearby caravan park). Not only did I hear us being called foreigners (yup, us Londoners had dared to stop off here rather than go to a service station on way back down motorway), but the overall effect leans heavily towards the starchy while serving staff were very friendly towards our young kids, we ended up in the garden, as it seemed easier to handle the kids there and there were far fewer pursed lips from the other patrons at our kids daring to be boisterous (and well-behaved I might add). Second, the food is really resolutely trad while battered cauliflower florets with chilli mayonnaise was awesome, as was the cheese pie and mushroom and leek crumble, the main courses came with a metal serving dish of old-school unadorned steamed veg (carrots, peas, mashed and roast potatoes). So, a) meat eaters will do far better than vegetarians in general (although we did fine), b) it's not a place for fancy modern food, but big flavoured pub grub. If you don't mind those warnings, and want a big full belly of flavour, Ye Horns will sort you out.

A lovely pub in the delightful village of Waddington. Set at the brow of the hill in the centre of…read morethe hamlet, serving lovely food and real ales (the Thwaites beer range was very impressive, including Wainwrights, Bomber and one guest ale). The place had a relaxed feel to it, with good service and a nice decor. Definitely worthy of a visit.

Currently staying here, the pub is really nice and the food good also but I would not recommend…read morestaying here. the noise from the door to the kitchen when it closes vibrates to the bed and make a loud thud sound. I explained this the the manager who was unaware but it looks like another night of thuds until around 11.30pm. I was hoping he would try to dampen the sound but...

I booked a room for valentines day and the whole day was a nightmare. Turned up to be told there…read morewas 'no lights' then got to my room to discover there was actual no electricity at all (funnily enough though they were still able to use card machines and take contactless payments). Waited as we were told the electricity would be back on at half past 7 latest (bearing in mind this was about half past 4 we got there. Had to speak to manager and explained that it wasn't really okay and surely the least that she should be doing is offer us a complimentary drink while we couldn't use our rooms to which she eventually agreed after a debate. Went through to bar sat in total darkness had to request a candle (no one offered one) waited and checked with manager a few times to be still told repeatedly that it would be back on by half past 7 latest so ordered another drink and sat in bar as it was pointless going to room but as time went on started to feel like nothing was happening and they were still cooking with no extractor fan so the whole place was smokey so went to room and went for a little walk then came back and went to request a refund as the situation was not acceptable. Explained how I had already paid for an uber there and was going to have to then pay for a taxi back as didn't have any power in my phone so had to request a taxi be phoned which was another huge debate ( at this time the chef had to come out to tell the manager he couldnt keep cooking bevause it was breaching health and saftey regulations). During this process the manager started to cry in front of all the other customers which then caused a debate between myself and another couple who had just turned up. This then escalated to a point that I had a pint thrown in my face. I find it highly unprofessional how the situation was dealt with and the fact that the manager created more of an escalation by involving other customers who had just arrived. Tried ringing multiple times to no avail even though the power is back on. After I eventually managed to get a taxi out of the hellhole and I then was so flustered and worked up that I left my wallet in the taxi and I can't get in touch with the cab company because I don't even know which company the staff rang. This is beyond a joke I have emailed and called with absolutely no response the place is an absolute joke

Full of Olde Worlde charm (and pretty much every sign is spelt in this way) Guys is a great place…read moreto spend an afternoon: outside a great pub that serves hearty food in a beautiful canalside setting. It's a must for me on Sundays in summer. Easily found just off the A6, this complex of thatched hamlets making up the pub, restaurant and hotel rooms is remarkably peaceful and a real retreat to bygone times. I often find myself sampling the wine list during the afternoon, succumbing to the menu at dinnertime, slipping into a comfy chair in the bar and then booking a room for the night! Residents can also make the most of the 'nightclub' a bit of a locals night, but great fun in a rural way. The restaurant and pub menu is part of the 'Taste Lancashire' acceditation scheme, which guarentees local produce wherever possible, as well as high standards of service and hygiene. TIP - Make sure you book a room with a whirlpool bath - just don't have a blonde moment like me and go overboard on the complimentary bubble bath - not fun to clean up! Another tip is to check out when they hold their annual oyster festival - usually in early September.

In the middle of the beautiful Lancashire countryside surrounded by sheep and cow pastures you will…read morefind the Red Pump Inn. I was continuously surprised by the high quality of food at many of the Inns in the U.K., and this Inn does not disappoint. The owners treat you like family and look after you very well. I especially enjoyed sitting outside with a pint from the bar watching the sun go down behind the rolling green hills all the while having the owners dog close at hand. The room was nice and the common use facilities were well maintained. I hope to visit again!

A brilliant place to explore the beauty of the Trough of Bowland - one of England's best kept…read moresecrets. The couple running this pub have all the right ideas and want to make it a welcoming place, with good food, good beer and a roaring fire in winter. Very, very relaxing place to stay

Family and dog friendly pub serving very reasonably priced food all day. Broad range of menu…read moreoptions including all the usual pub classics. Handy stop if you're travelling on the M6 as it's just a short drive from junction 35 in the village of Over Kellet. Friendly and cosy inside; various rooms with dining. Also has a small beer garden outside.

A pub offering plenty of beers, even their own bitter. Good atmosphere, and decent pub food served…read more Also a Cantonese restaurant upstairs. You can get 4 pint jugs of beer from the pub and take them up to the Chinese.

My first time here and it was fantastic. Dinner was very good and the Apple Rhubarb Crumble was…read moreamazing! Try it with the custard. (So good). I LOVE how guest were able to bring their dogs. Fantastic. We were also staying the night in one of their comfy rooms upstairs which was very convenient. We informed the owner we had an early start in the morning and she not only allowed up to settle our check the night before but she also offered to come in early to leave us breakfast outside of serving hours. (Amazing) We'll definitely stay here the next time we need a place I'llin the area.

The Water Witch is one of the best real ale pubs in Lancaster, a town not known for great venues…read more It's located right next to the canal, with a generously designed outside seating area [Unfortunately, it was raining all the time I spent in Lancaster]. The pub itself isn't as big as it seems from outside, with much of the pub area divided into single-spaced, window-seated tables. On the plus side, that means it won't get too noisy when the placed is packed. The real ale selection is certainly adequate [I've seen better, and much worse, the latter more often], the staff generally nice and helpful, and the real ales being kept fresh. Recommended for Lancaster.

The Witch is a lovely big old rambling canalside pub/restaurant, just a few minute's walk from…read moreLancaster centre. It's a very pleasant pub to spend the afternoon in, looking over the canal boats outside, and it's spacious enough that you can find a quiet corner to yourself most of the time. They have a great selection of real ales to sample, and even offer special discounts for CAMRA members. Tthe food menu is a definite cut above the average and is easily comparable with the best restaurants in town. There's a cool, homely, welcoming ambience about the place that lifts your spirits as soon as you walk in the door. A perfect place to spend a relaxing couple of hours away from the bustle of city life.

The design of this place is super fancy and I like the tables the main meal is very nice I got…read morechicken + cheese and mayo and it was very nice. Jo is very nice (she is a waitress) loves the desert I got chocolate brownie and ice cream 5 stars

This was my local before i moved to Glasgow. Been coming to this pub for years! I used to come with…read moremy family every sunday for sunday lunch, and every christmas day without fail!(i still make the journey down to do this!) Theres 3 parts to the pub the long room which is mainly for the families and meals, then theres the middle part which is more for meals and and people having a quiet drink. Then there is the end bar bit which is where i would go, you get a mixed crowd in this bit from the men who have finished work to the younger people coming here before a nightout and the people watching footy! I miss it and wish i could find a nice cosy pub like this in Glasgow :')