Quick info
About The Waterfront Inn
The Waterfront Inn is a canal-side pub on Canal Ln in Doncaster, where campers and motorhomes can stay overnight through Brit Stops, and glamping pods on site extend the same option to anyone travelling without a van. The pub sits opposite a canal marina, next to the River Trent, with plenty of walks in the surrounding area and a tarmac car park for those arriving by road. Sunday brings a carvery, the roast served with roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and vegetables, and buffets are catered for group gatherings. Thursday is bike night, drawing a mixed selection of bikes. Doors open Wednesday to Sunday, with the pub closed Mondays and Tuesdays, and reservations are recommended. A step-free, wheelchair-accessible entrance serves visitors with mobility needs, while outdoor seating suits eating and drinking in the open air. Dogs are welcome, which pairs well with the walking routes nearby.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Paid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible car park · Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Menu & Prices
12 dishes- Mushroom + Brandy Soup
- Honey + Ginger Spring Rolls
- Breaded Jalapeno Cream Cheese Peppers
- Thai Cod+ Prawn Fishcake
- Camembert + Crusty Bread
- Fish Cakes
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday carvery roast, thursday bike nights, canal marina trent setting and glamping pods and camping.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday carvery roast, thursday bike nights, canal marina trent setting and glamping pods and camping.
Customer Review Summary
The Sunday roast draws the most repeat praise, with diners singling out melt in your mouth meat, crispy roast potatoes and a homemade Yorkshire pudding served with all the vegetables you can eat, and one camper calls the Sunday carvery the highlight of a weekend stay. Close behind are the Thursday bike nights, which several describe as a good, eclectic mix of bikes and chatty riders in what one calls a pretty setting beside the Trent marina. The landlord and landlady come up repeatedly as friendly and accommodating, and one visitor notes spotless facilities. Campers and motorhome travellers are a recurring presence, and a couple pass on their own tips, that those camping should not arrive before mid afternoon and that the gateway to the caravan site should be kept clear. One dissenting reviewer found no food on, only one beer and no red wine, and felt unwelcomed by the bar staff. Another describes a warm reception and buffet laid on for a gathering after a colleague's funeral.
Customer Review Summary
The Sunday roast draws the most repeat praise, with diners singling out melt in your mouth meat, crispy roast potatoes and a homemade Yorkshire pudding served with all the vegetables you can eat, and one camper calls the Sunday carvery the highlight of a weekend stay. Close behind are the Thursday bike nights, which several describe as a good, eclectic mix of bikes and chatty riders in what one calls a pretty setting beside the Trent marina. The landlord and landlady come up repeatedly as friendly and accommodating, and one visitor notes spotless facilities. Campers and motorhome travellers are a recurring presence, and a couple pass on their own tips, that those camping should not arrive before mid afternoon and that the gateway to the caravan site should be kept clear. One dissenting reviewer found no food on, only one beer and no red wine, and felt unwelcomed by the bar staff. Another describes a warm reception and buffet laid on for a gathering after a colleague's funeral.
Featured reviews
- sue higginbottom
“No food available no red wine no beer apart from John smiths 🤮, barmaid looked like she was chewing a wasp , not made welcome and will not return”
- John Sandelands
“Had a fantastic weekend in our camper. Everyone so friendly, food is delicious- especially the Sunday carvery. Great atmosphere and lovely location. Cannot thank the owners and staff enough for such an enjoyable time”
- Sara Fox
“Lovely food. Lovely staff. Absolutely spotless facilities. Would definitely return.”
- Seddon Platts
“Parked here for the Coronation weekend. Excellent freshly cooked food. Pleasant and accommodating owners. If camping do not arrive before 3pm”
- michaela Houghton
“Brilliant bike nights , good food , very eclectic mix of bikes . Great ride out if you're in the area”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
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- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Food at bar
- Casual
- Food
- Parking· 3
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Parking
- Atmosphere· 1
- Cosy
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Dining options· 1
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Location
Bars near The Waterfront Inn
- The White Hart Inn4.76810.3 mi£1–15ReservationsOutdoor seatingGood for kids
dog friendly but barking refused, real ales and stout, tender lamb sunday roast
- The Ship Inn Newington4.47957.3 mi away£1–15ReservationsOutdoor seatingGood for kids
sunday carvery, fish and chips, onion rings
- Bird In the Barley4.55819.5 mi away
chicken schnitzel with mash, fillet steak, homemade brownie
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Waterfront InnReservations · Outdoor seating · Good for kids | 4.5528 | — | £15–30 | sunday carvery roast, thursday bike nights, canal marina trent setting |
| The White Hart InnReservations · Outdoor seating · Good for kids | 4.7681 | 0.3 mi | £1–15 | dog friendly but barking refused, real ales and stout, tender lamb sunday roast |
| The Ship Inn NewingtonReservations · Outdoor seating · Good for kids | 4.4795 | 7.3 mi away | £1–15 | sunday carvery, fish and chips, onion rings |
| Bird In the Barley | 4.5581 | 9.5 mi away | — | chicken schnitzel with mash, fillet steak, homemade brownie |
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