A unique and delightful "bar," basically the last standing vestige of the Temperance movement in northern England.
As it's on church ground, it still doesn't serve alcohol although you can buy cordials to take away that would probably make great cocktails.
We had a particularly charming young server who helped us try samples of the various cordials - they are all very sweet but lovely distinct flavours. We all opted for a full size helping of the hot lemon and ginger, my dad even snatched some extra of mine, he was enjoying it so much! My bf added gingseng to his (this combo wasn't on the menu but the server immediately suggested she could add it after he mentioned he was torn between the two).
I tried the blood tonic milkshake after discovering the foul-sounding concoction actually involves hibiscus, rosehip and nettles. Any health benefits were of course ruled out by the ice cream, cream and (giant) flake topping, but it was yummy. Bf got an ice cream sundae, the "small" version being the side of his head (the large is normally recommended for sharing). My dad pounced on some lemon cake which he loved.
If you don't have a sweet tooth there are a few savoury options, including a good selection of teas. But it really is a sweet flavour-oriented place - one of my fave features was that you can get a jam sandwich.
The price point is really reasonable, sub £3 for the milkshakes which is excellent value, particularly considering you are in such a pretty environment.
All in all a delightful interlude off the East Lancs Steam Railway! read more