The Boat is afloat !!…read more Nestled right up alongside the River Dee and recently reopened, the Boat has lost none of its charm or ambiance. I like the fact that they support the community around the area by buying their Beer and Produce locally whenever possible. Records date an Alehouse here right back to the 13th century and the interior decor reflects how the building has grown through the centuries.Lots of Oak beams and stone floors add buckets of character. You can choose one of the quiet corners for privacy or park up in one of the larger open areas and banter away or, weather permitting, take a table outside. Called in for lunch the other day and the menu, although not extensive, has everything for feeding all tastes from a wake-up morning coffee (open at 11am) to a refreshing pint of ale and home baked pie, or spend an easy evening with a fondue and some warm torn bread washed down with a pint of locally brewed traditional free house Cask Ale. They also have an excellent choice of Wines should you fancy a change. Once you have had your fill then ease down that food and drink by taking a riverside country walk!! The scenery is stunning. The great thing about 'The Boat' is that is a place for all seasons. When the weather is warm you can sit alongside the river and watch folk fishing for Trout, Salmon and Eel and may even catch a glimpse of the Otters who live on the opposite bank. When colder weather arrives you walk through the door to be welcomed by open log fires, and feel like you are home. Turning up here on a snowy Winters afternoon is a Dickensian delight. Word of warning - double check your directions before you set out as the Boat Inn is off the beaten track at the end of a long winding lane. ..... Maybe it should be called The One Way Inn ?

What a secret little haven The Boat Inn is! It's only about 10 minutes from our house, but we…read moreliterally stumbled across it on one of our daily jaunts around the countryside. And what a lucky day for us! Charming snug of a place, the open fires, low ceilings and original beams transport you back to a simpler time. The staff is wonderfully warm and welcoming, with excellent food to back it up. A combination of traditional pub food and higher-end "gastro-pub" fare, you really can't go wrong here. And the portions are impressive-- beware if you're ordering a starter and main. You may not have room for their excellent desserts! Ample seating inside and out-- can't wait for warmer weather to sit outside at the picnic tables alongside the River Dee. The best inside seating is in the original building as opposed to the more modern conservatory (though it depends on your taste). Bookings are not necessary, but if you want a seat by the fire, definitely call ahead!

Situated opposite the Lion Salt Works which is due to open in 2014…read more The history of salt mining is pictured in the bar, and there are many examples of the canals and barges. The pub is an ideal starting point for visits to Marbury Country Park and isn't far from the famous Anderton Boat Lift. Food is good and home-cooked with senior citizen two course special lunches 12-2.30 Mon-Fri. There are two log burners and one open fire in the pub, so it is amazingly cozy whatever the weather. Cheshire ales are served and the pub has LocAle accreditation. There is an ample car park at the rear of the pub and it also has a good sized beer garden.

After five and a half tortuous hours in the car, we found an oasis. The Holly Bush Inn. Friendly,…read morecheap as chips, little pub with an extra accommodation block. Our room is huge, the beer is superb and the menu extensive. There's a good sized carpark and a big garden with comfy tables and chairs. No wobbly picnic tables in sight. There really nothing to complain about.

The Holly Bush is one of these pubs that is a great blessing to have. It has resisted the 'Open…read morePlan' abhorrence that many pubs have adapted and has always retained its friendly atmosphere. The people are friendly, courteous and conversational. I have yet to try the food but from what I hear, its been highly rated. Its a great place to unwind after a hard day and the sheer peace and quiet of the rural area is welcome. Walking into the Holly Bush is like going back in time to a time when pubs had character. And character is a trait that this pub has in heaps. Enjoyable!

Great local country pub with good food. Plenty of options for vegans and meat eaters alike, plus…read morethe chef is happy to take suggestions and go off piste if you have something in particular you'd like. Very friendly and helpful staff. Dog friendly too. They even have beer, wine and spirits! Large beer garden at the rear.

A little difficult to find (I got myself well lost!) but well worth the effort. This is a…read morewonderful, friendly village pub with excellent food and beers. We visited the Hare and Hounds as it had been picked as the venue of this years North Cheshire CAMRA AGM obviously because of the quality of the beers. There were four beers on handpumps and, as I was driving, I had to rely on other's opinions on three of them. All agreed that they were tasty and well-kept; high praise from a gathering of CAMRA members! The menu was excellent and, although none of us were there to dine, the smells were beautiful, plus we saw the chef eating his own food always a good sign. Looking around the building one is impressed by the stylish yet friendly atmosphere including the beer gardens, which include the famous brook, which is the site of the annual duck race at Easter raising a phenomenal amount of money for charities.

The Duke of Portland..........wow has a ring to it doesnt it, sounds daunting. Well its not…read more... this gastro pub serves award winning declicious food. It was taken over by the Mooney family aound 5 years ago, the same people that brought you Belle Epoque in Knutsford. It was voted not long ago best gastro pub in the northwest, so that alone warrants a visit if you're ever in the area. It really has a very traditional feel to it, and I lovedd the big comfotable leather sofas in the lounge area. I went on a Saturday for a dinner gathering and it was packed, so reserving is probably a good shout. Fish and chips in here are to die for. Fresh haddock fillet cooked in home-made lager batter served with real thick chips.mmmmmmm This is probably the best pub/restaurant to be found in the whole of Cheshire and that is saying something!!

This traditional country pub is host to a very nice restaurant that has a fine balance of…read moretraditional English dishes and the best of 'favourite' dishes from around the globe. This restaurant has a clear no children policy and I think this makes a nice 'safe haven' from the mis-behaved screaming kids that you can be subjected to elsewhere. But the reason this pub/restaurant is full every weekend lunchtime is because of the great food. So in light of this it is always a good idea to reserve a table.

Fantastic food, great specials board a really great British pub, sadly too few about nowread more

AMAZING!!! As far as I remember this place has won pub food…read moreof the year ever year since Ive lived in the area. Super tasty quality food, I noticed that on the menu it even tells you which farm the meat came from, or where the ice cream was made etc. The Greek Lamb and the Gammon are both brilliant. The portions are huge and I'm always left with enough food for another meal but save room for the Holly Bush sundae because you wont ever have a such a selection of tasty locally made ice cream :) The prices are great too, last time I went it was around 30quid for the 2 of us.

This is a lovely country pub and eatery in the hills and countryside of Little Bedworth near…read moreTarporley in Cheshire. I met Neil C.'s family here for lunch. The menu is lovely and has plenty of options to choose from. I ordered a fish finger sandwich which was very good. The dog who lives here is very friendly too!

An outside woodburning pizza oven. A gorgeous beer garden surrounded by stunning views. An old…read moreschool charming pub interior. Extremely friendly staff and Little Budworth (local village) folk. Real cask ales. What more could you ask from a traditional English country pub? I used to work in Chester a while back and was well aware of this hidden gem nestled in the picturesque Cheshire countryside. It was great to return last week whilst playing cricket at the adjacent Oulton Park cricket club. Only about half an hour away from Manchester this is a perfect spot to come for some lunch/dinner on your way back from Chester. Alternatively if you're a a petrol head like me, with Oulton park racing circuit just around the corner it can also act as a perfect pitstop on your way back after a few laps. Have yet to try the food but won't be long until that's rectified because the menu looks sensational. Highlights from it include the following. Pizza; 'The special one' (Goat's cheese, caramelised onions, rocket). Burger; 'The special one' (Cheese, beer soaked onions, gerkins, garlic mayo, special sauce, lettuce tomato relish) A special mention also for the Artisanal French cured meat platter (Yes that's as posh as it sounds) A selection of house charcuterie and paté from La Boucherie Candotto in South West France. In terms of drinks, not being a massive beer fan the only thing that stood out from the cocktail menu was 'The Egerton Refresher'. With Gin, home made marmalade, Mint, Elderflower and Pressed Apple Juice it looks right up my street.

Really looking forward to The Old Broken Cross reopening after Covid-19 restrictions. Absolutely…read morefantastic pub with tremendous value for money food offerings. Officially home of the Best Burger in Northwich and our kids love them. The rest of the menu offerings are fantastic and the pub is definitely the "go to" place in Northwich for a meal.