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The Waterwitch

British, Pub Food • Lancaster
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4.2/5
(01524) 63828 Canal Tow Path, Aldcliffe Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1SU (01524)6…Show
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Canalside Lancaster pub housed in a converted stable block that's a destination for all seasons.
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About The Waterwitch

The multiple-award-winning Waterwitch gastro-pub is situated on the picturesque Lancaster Canal, a five-minute stroll away from the hustle and bustle of the historic city centre. Originally converted from purpose-built stables in 1978, it’s a destination for all seasons with a huge outdoor seating area for those lovely spring/summer days and a cosy log fire and twinkly fairy lights to welcome you in the colder months. A large range of high-quality dishes are on offer ranging from Great British pub classics to Continental cuisine. Sunday roasts are served every week and they have a good range of pizzas, burgers, and their very popular deli boards - perfect for sharing. Specials which feature over the weekend are a highlight too. The Waterwitch is also well known for its cask ales with rotating beers over seven hand-pulls. More than 70% of the ales come from breweries less than 50 miles away. There is also an extensive gin and whisky range and a vast wine offering. Allergies and intolerances are catered for and there is a separate gluten-free menu available.

Thursday Quiz Night

Every Thursday from 8.30pm, £1 per person entry, prizes for winners/runners-up

1 Jan 2021 - 1 Jan 2023
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Food 4.0/5
Service 4.5/5
Atmosphere 4.0/5
Value for Money 4.2/5
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Opening Times
Mon 12:00 - 20:00 —
Tue 12:00 - 20:00 —
Wed 12:00 - 20:00 —
Thu 12:00 - 20:00 —
Fri 12:00 - 20:00 —
Sat 12:00 - 20:00 —
Sun 12:00 - 20:00 —
Pub opening hours for drinks are 11am-10pm (Sunday to Thursday) and 11am-11pm (Friday and Saturday)
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Paul
Nice setting, we ate outside on the canal side in the sunshine. There was a long wait for food but they were very busy so fair enough. Most staff great, a couple a bit miserable. Food was nice enough and good value (sandwiches / chips). Nice ales. Would go again if in the area. Cheers!
Ali
We had a great lunch, moules, hanging kebab and fish and chips were all tasty, good portions and well presented. The queue for the food till was a bit tedious and at times dominated the bar so a better solution for busy times would be ideal. Staff friendly and welcoming and a great location
Lesley kenyon
Excellent food - really enjoyed it. Would have eaten outside if the weather was better. Will visit again when in the area.
Hannah Farquhar
We came here for a group meal and the service from the point of booking was brilliant. Cannot fault the staff. Unfortunately, there was a lot of us disappointed with our food. The burgers were all really overdone and dry, likewise the kebabs. The starters were very good but the mains let it down. It was also freezing inside. Beautiful setting on the canal.
Graham
Staff exceptionally helpful. Would go there again.
Kit
Lovely little place for a drink maybe but food was average, aranchini made with mushy overcooked rice, nacho sauces all out of a box however generous with cheese! The atmosphere was lovely, it was so nice to just sit by the canal
4.8
Ruth Balmer
Really enjoyed our visit. Great friendly place to eat. I informed the staff of my onion allergy and when I arrived there was a list of all the items I could safely eat. Such a relief. Thank you
Sandra Kay
Beautifull meal as always, service very good and food very promptly delivered even though it was Easter Sunday
Jan
Brilliant experience Food excellent. Service excellent Value for money excellent. Staff helpful and welcoming Well done to all . Dog was even made welcome
Maria Grela
We booked a table for 8.30 and when we got there we were told we would need to order quickly as they stopped cooking at 9pm. We ordered starters: 2 x salt pepper squid (these tasted like they were deep fried from frozen) and the bread with oils (these were fine). Our mains were 3x classic burgers (good) 1 x chicken burger (good) and I ordered sea bream fillet with a prawn and mussel risotto - this was from the specials menu. The serving was huge - the fish (two fillets) were over cooked and dry, the risotto was a mass of dry rice. I was extremely disappointed and only managed two forkfuls of the risotto and one fillet. It’s a nice location and the pub had a friendly atmosphere but I think you need to stick to the “pub food”.
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Fact File

Main dining room capacity 70
Booking policy Reservations preferred
Best seat By window (Tables 1, 8, 9, 10) and fire (Tables 11. 13)
Max group booking size 30
Outside dining space Yes
Outside dining spaces 180
Outside dining details 24 canalside tables seating 6-8 people
Average 3 course lunch price (excluding drinks) £18
Average 3 course evening meal price (excluding drinks) £22
House wine price £15.95
Wines available 50
Alcohol license Fully licensed

Special Dietary Requirements

Vegetarian catering Some vegetarian main course options
Vegan catering Vegan Main Course Options on Menu
Halal catering No Halal Food
Wheat/Gluten catering Wheat / Gluten Free options on menu

Family Friendly

Children's menu Yes
Children's menu details Drink or ice cream option included in childrens menu price
Baby changing Yes
High chairs Yes

Disabled Facilities

Wheelchair access throughout facility Yes
Dedicated disabled toilets Yes

Additional Information

Wifi Free
Payment by credit card Yes
Payment by debit card Yes
Dogs allowed Yes
Drink without food Yes
Venue overlooking water Yes