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Cartford Inn

British, Pub Food • Great Eccleston
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4.5/5
(01995) 670166 Cartford Lane, Little Eccleston, Great Eccleston, Lancashire, PR3 0YP (01995)6…Show (01995) 670166
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Historic two-AA-rosetted north west coaching inn and deli by the old toll bridge over the River Wyre in Little Eccleston in Lancashire.
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About Cartford Inn

An award-winning 17th century Lancashire coaching inn nestling on the bank of the River Wyre at Little Eccleston, the Cartford Inn is just 10 minutes from Blackpool and five from both the M55 motorway and Poulton-le-Fylde train station. The two-AA-rosette venue is run with real Gallic flair by Patrick and Julie Beaume who have established a strong reputation acrosss the North West and beyond for providing excellent food and service to both their restaurant and hotel guests as well as offering a unique ambiance where a warm welcome is always assured. An open wood fire welcomes guests in the bar lounge area and there are several cosy corners to enjoy a drink or a bar snack. For private and corporate events the two-floor, River House facility is perfect. It was created in 2014 by transforming a disused on-site barn with the same style and attention to detail seen throughout the rest of the inn. Guests can now opt for private and bespoke dining experiences and celebratory meals of up to 30 people.

TOTI shop and deli is the latest addition to the Inn with a focus on British speciality foods and own-made artisan produce such as freshly made bread, pastries, cakes and hot and cold food for you to take home; fine cheeses, antipasti, preserves, store-cupboard essentials, wines and spirits. Try the specially created signature pastry, the 'TOTI bun', a decadent combination of choux pastry filled with hazelnut cream and topped with bourbon caramel. The Inn now offers 15 stunning ensuite bedrooms, all individually designed and all with river views including a top-floor penthouse suite. And 2017 saw the unveiling of two quirky new studio lodges. The bar and restaurant combines traditional features with contemporary style and there is also a charming al fresco area overlooking the surrounding countryside with Beacon Fell and the Trough of Bowland as a backdrop. The Cartford Inn was named as one of the 'inspectors' favourites' 2015 in the Michelin Dining Out in Pubs Guide; one of only three such pubs in Lancashire. The Cartford has also featured in the Good Food Guide for the last few years and won the 2016 Best Inn at the Great British Pub of the Year awards, beating off competition from across the UK. Book a room online now.

Read Jay Rayner's review of the Cartford Inn from The Observer

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Food 4.7/5
Service 4.7/5
Atmosphere 4.7/5
Value for Money 4.2/5
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Nicky
First class all round!
5.0
Will D
Fantastic meal. French onion soup and suet pudding for me! A couple of lovely pints of real ale and the wine was great too.
4.5
Gaz
Fab impromptu meal at the Cartford the other night. Really interesting menu choices and they always have very good blackboard specials too. I had the turbot this time (how often do you see that on a menu round here?) and previously had a delish hare pasta dish. My wife had a beautiful rib-eye from the main menu and it’s a really good wine list too – the Bourgueil was excellent and very well priced. Friendly and knowledgeable staff too.
4.0
nods
Had a lovely meal the other evening @ cartford.we were just after an nice easy early tea, good food, good atmosphere.because we were quite early, the guy said the window tables were booked from a certain time but he could fit us in if we fancied a nice view.good start. i had rib-eye and the mrs had fish pie.both were perfect, although the fish pie just tipped the steak.the service was good and friendly.nice clientelle in there.pleasantly reasonable prices, although we didn't have a great deal to drink but we certainly felt good value for money. overall, very pleasurable experience
4.8
BBF Chairman
Best eatery on the Fylde coast easily. Never been disappointed. catered for our large party expertly. My French onion soup and suet pudding looked and tasted epic. Good selection of wines and we enjoyed their Rioja and Gevrey Chambertin. The young waiting team are unlike other young waiting teams. Drilled, friendly, mature, cool and attractive. Think that is a result the owners really looking after their staff. Monday night is staff night, food, booze and music.
4.0
Muir Holland
Visited the Cartford last Friday for a wine tasting and my first time in their new function room, The River House. Wow – what a place for a private party. A really appealing rustic feel to it.
Andy B
Loving the new menu and the new Deli, this place goes from strength to strength. Only complaint my favourite dessert is now only available in the deli!
Barry
We chose The Cartford Inn for one of our clubs get togethers on Saturday. There were 12 of us however the service was excellent from the young team for such a large party. The food matched the service. An award winning venue and we know why! Excellent.
Andrew Blackley
A great place with excellent food and service. We visit regularly and have not had a bad meal. It has a great atmosphere and feel it is the best food on the Fylde Coast/Wyre area.
Morganca
We had lunch here yesterday. Superb food, cooking and service. This is a warm friendly hostelry and comfortable in every department. As for the food. Quite, no, utterly delicious. Suet pudding is a rare dish on menus, but with oxtail inside it was sublime. Real food! I agree that the number of diners on a windy Tuesday spoke well for the popularity of the Inn. A strong recommendation that you visit.
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Cartford Inn File

Fact File

Main dining room capacity 40
Best seat Window seat in the River Lounge
Max group booking size 10
Outside dining space Yes
Outside dining spaces 30
Outside dining details Raised suntrap patio protected from the wind
Average 3 course lunch price (excluding drinks) £25
Average 3 course evening meal price (excluding drinks) £35

Family Friendly

Children's dining restrictions Yes
Children's dining details One dining area is a toddler-free zone

Disabled Facilities

Wheelchair access throughout facility Yes
Dedicated disabled toilets Yes
Dedicated disabled parking Yes

Additional Information

Wifi free
Payment by credit card Yes
Payment by debit card Yes
Air conditioning Yes
Drink without food Yes
Separate bar with seating Yes
Venue overlooking water Yes
Covered smoking area no covered smoking area
Venue special views Stunning views of the Bowland fells, Lake District mountains and the River Wyre from the River Lounge dining area.
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