The Lock Inn Café

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “Great little find. We on a canal boat holiday and stopped for lunch. Lasagne was really good. View and set up really cool and quirky.”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “The Lock Inn Café is a short walk from the main road, and nestled under done lovely trees along the canal. You choose where to sit, and then select from a good range of generally traditional 'pub food' options. They have a proper gluten free menu, making it easy to choose and ensure you don't miss out on the meal. The staff are friendly and helpful, take your order quickly and efficiently. Drinks and food arrive quickly. The prices are very reasonable. You can then take your time, eating the food and watching people canoeing out learning how to steer a canal boat. If you have the time and inclination, the inn has canoes to hire. Nearby there's a big park, with an art and craft village anda couple of kids playgrounds so they can let off some stream. We really like this venue; it's a great place for a lunch break when on a journey somewhere. We have eaten there several times, and will definitely go again. Recommended.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·4 months ago

  “Excellently run canal side cafe The manager is very efficient and friendly and she takes obvious pride in her young staff who are a credit to her and their families. The food is good and honestly I could have shared a panini it was that big We also enjoyed a very pleasant canoe trip from The Lock Inn and again the young staff were so helpful.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “Lovely place to sit for drink and food - right next to the canal. Is also dog friendly which is a plus. Good choice of food on the menu, I had the burger and my partner had a cooked breakfast. Portion size was good and food was reasonably priced. Took a while to come out to us though. Overall very happy”

• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “Had tuna melt & cheese and ham melt for lunch .. was a bit shocked at JUST the sandwich for nearly £10 each! (No crisps / chips on the side) Tuna one was cold - barely melted cheese and seemed like cold tuna put in after. The ham / cheese one was nice. Vanilla milkshake bit odd, sweetened milk, and ice cream floating .. Nice spot by the canal and dog friendly.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·6 months ago

  “Visited for the first time for a while … always a go to destination when time allows … it’s just a fab venue .. the food is great.. and at least a decent choice of food .. and what’s not to love about the location.. Staff were super helpful and friendly … Probably need to sort out the ordering system as that is a bit slow and gets a bit congested inside .. perhaps the hut outside would be better ! and clearer signage on were to go to get menus and the like, a few confused visitors! But all in all a great visit ! But have to say, and you would be hard pushed to find some one to replace the old owners Dick and Janes amazingness when it comes to the fabulous atmosphere and greeting you would get back in the day ! 😊”

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• G

  Google user

  ·9 months ago

  “Very friendly staff, great location and a place of interest, we sat on the canal barge to eat access was a little awkward for me as I struggle on steps but well worth it. Good food at a respectable price if ever we are down this way again The Lock Inn Cafe will definitely be on our travel list. Carl Ezer-Leisure”

• G

  Google user

  ·10 months ago

  “A winter's day visit for lunch and what a wonderful experience. Gorgeous food, massive portions and all served with genuine care and a smile. I ate all of my faggots, chips and peas but others in the party couldn't get through the vast servings; a doggie bag was needed. Will be back for sure, thank you.”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “Gorgeous place right on the river, lots of indoor and outdoor seating. We went for breakfast, great portions and quality. Staff were rally friendly. I can imagine this place being a lovely place to come in the warmer months, sat outside having a cold one. I recommend a stop over here if ur passing.”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “What a lovely visit! Just love the quirkiness of the Lock Inn Cafe! The staff are super friendly, relaxed & keeping busy. They all take pride in what they are doing & when not waiting on tables are keeping everything ship-shape. This is the second time we have visited, this time returning with the family for a birthday lunch. The food is delicious, hot & super generous portions! Plus I just love having a chocolate milkshake…made me feel like a kid again. We can highly recommend the Gert Burger, Beer Battered Fish & Chips and the Lasagna. There was lots to choose from, great Veggie & Vegan options. It is a relaxed place & leaves you with a feel good vibe. Plus is is super dog 🐾 friendly, plenty of water bowls and doggie treats. We will return! We sat by the canal but there is lots of indoor seating too! Thank you all 🩷”

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