Reviews in Great Eccleston

Had a really lovely meal loved the new decor will be back soon is well worth a visit

Excellent food and service - a big improvement on the previous owners in that respect. I can confirm that real ale IS being served at the bar. It seems that it took a little while to get it sorted in the early days which is why Alan Edwards didn't find any. Well kept as well I might add (CAMRA types take note)! Highly recommended.

We used to live locally and this used to be our very vibrant local. We went back in a couple of months ago whilst visiting friends in the area to see what the new Cartford was like. The food was ok as was the service. We didn't like the decor but that is personal taste. What did surprise us was to find that all the fine ales have disappeared to be replaced by noctious nitrofizz. We've learnt from our friends that the Cartford has been abandoned by many locals for this reason. We therefore find it very odd that the owner of the Hart brewery has written a review on here (29/6) stating that his ales are being served at the bar. We went in on 2nd July and they were definitely not! Perhaps the next visitor could clarify this. Maybe the hand pumps were installed after our visit? Summary - ok for food (As was the old place) but if you used to come here for beer or atmosphere then go to Gt Ecc or Poulton instead.

Had an excellent meal at The Cartford. We really liked the refurbishment that the new owners have done, contemporary but still rustic. Go and see for yourselves!

We have been to the ship twice now, first in June and then this month (August) and the food and service has been excellent both times. The lemon & lime cheesecake is my particular favourite & the best I have ever eaten! The staff are very friendly and the atmosphere relaxed. We will definitely be going back again, as soon as possible!

Went with friend for lunch. Very nice decor , good menu and great service. Will be back.

I absolutley adore the place it is gorgeous mmmm so tasty fooood

Good food good beer outstanding decor and atmosphere all the best to Patrick and Julie Stuart and Trish

A good choice. Good quality food at a modest price. A wide choice that suits everyone from younger children to those who like a blue steak. Well worth a visit

We went the first saturday they opened,there was eight in our party and we all had a fabulous time. The food was excellent, we sat eating and drinking all night very relaxing. Well done everyone.cheers!

i am so proud to have my beers on the bar in such a beautiful restaurant i wish patric and julie all the best ,john hart brewery

The Steak & Ale pie is the best ever. The beers are amazing and the location is special

The Ship has undergone a transformation from a small, gloomy, empty pub into a busy modern pub/restaurant with seating outside for warm days or smokers. We have had two meals there now and it is highly recommended

The food was amazing, I definitely recommend the burger and the brownie pudding to share.

Lovely place, good food and service. Very enjoyable and full of nice people.

we have had quite a few great meals here now and will keep on going back its a superb transformation well worth the money. in a lovely little village too. michaela

The ship is a lovely place, very pleasant experience and I would recommend it to any one. Owners very nice and staffs service was outstanding. I will definitely go again.

Enjoyed a very good meal at the newly refurbished Ship at Elswick. The service was attentive and the surroundings comfortable with a good atmosphere and mix of diners. The meal was beautifully presented and generous portions were served. Wine was reasonably priced as well.