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The Waterwitch

British, Pub Food • Lancaster
Sugarvine
3.8/5
(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.

Sugarvine
3.8
Food 4.0/5
Service 3.8/5
Atmosphere 3.7/5
Value for Money 3.8/5
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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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The Waterwitch Offers

British
Pub Food
Lancaster

Burger Night

Available
  • Mon

Drink included with Burger Meal. Available every Monday.

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British
Pub Food
Lancaster

Pizza Night

Available
  • Thu

Drink included with Pizza. Available every Thursday. 

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Sue
Nice atmosphere although we were a bit cold as there seemed to be a draft from the door. The food was quite nice, I had rump steak. The fat chips are a bit too fat but the steak was nice. I also had the salted caramel brownie which was so delicious. I’d say compared to London prices, where I live it’s average. In response to another reviewer who referred , quite rudely, to the student bar staff as children - I disagree they were not surly at all however maybe a little more liveliness/warmth in their welcome would be appreciated
Rebecca
Nice food, good portions, tasty pizza
4.5
Paul Pearson
Excellent service and food, and dog friendly. Good location
Alwyn Williams
Excellent meal served by friendly staff and the pub quiz was a great bonus
Ian
Lovely setting and tasty food Only issue was I messaged them twice prior to thr booking with a query but didn’t get a response
Jamie Turnbull
Lovely pub location, looked forward to couple of beers and a nice meal, did not enjoy the selection of disinterested surly children working bar and floor, could barely contain their over privileged contempt for customers actually wishing to be served. Food looked the part however different components of meal either boiling hot or cold. Real shame as we had looked forward to our evening out but found ourselves bitching about how shite and disappointing the Water Witch was... Just a suggestion... Employ some experienced older staff please, the students just ain't up to the job
Jac
Beautiful fresh food. GF fish goujon sandwich was great. Pizzas also looked smashing. Table was not the cleanest and quite sticky...maybe a good surface cleaner needed. Otherwise a nice stop for food. .
4.0
Sylvia
My husband had a steak which he enjoyed, I had a smaller portion of fish and chips whi I enjoyed. Our friends enjoyed their meal as well. At least we know where we can get a good meal in Lancaster
David
Sometimes things written about places seem a bit too good to be true. Not in this case. Absolutely love this place. Great gluten free selection and staff are so friendly. Great spot at the side of the canal and a lovely atmosphere. From Liverpool and been here a couple of times now, and will be back before the years out. Thanks
Peter szczesniak
Sat night booking, no specials offered, no steak pie. Award winning in what year? Continental cuisine, was that just peri peri kebab and ceasur salad or pizza. Had the gammon, was tough and chewy, fish and chips was really greasy, left a puddle of oil on plate. Was not asked if everything ok when plates cleared, only when we paid the bill. Informed young man at that time. We were looking forward to a lovely sat night meal but food was worse that Witherspoon's. Sorry but will not be dining again. It was a lovely warm eve at 8 pm and only 3 sets of people eating, should have told us something.
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The Waterwitch File

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