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The Cartford Inn, Preston

 
 

Two AA Rosettes 2024

〰️AA Inn of The Year UK

The Times Best Places To Stay 2023

Two AA Rosettes 2024 〰️AA Inn of The Year UK The Times Best Places To Stay 2023

At the heart of rural Preston…

Voted AA Inn of the Year, Great Britain, 2024 / 25, The Cartford Inn is a multi-award winning country inn, restaurant and boutique hotel. Located on the banks of the River Wyre on the outskirts of rural Preston, our location boasts enviable views of the surrounding Fylde countryside, looking across to the quietly beautiful Bowland fells. Our focus has always been on delivering outstanding food, fostering innovation in our kitchen, and ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for all our guests.

 
 
 

WHAT’S ON

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Steak Frites & Live Music
Apr 25
Steak Frites & Live Music

When it comes to crowd-pleasers, steak frites is always a sure thing. It’s something we’ve mastered over the years (our French roots might have something to do with that), and a night we love hosting. Better still, we’ve got live music from The Misty Reprise to keep things rolling.

Sunday Lunch
Apr 27
Sunday Lunch

In life there are three certainties: death, taxes, and the Cartford as your favourite Sunday roast destination (a place where you can also forget the first two certainties). See what’s on the menu this week…

Surf ‘n’ Turf Burger Night
May 2
Surf ‘n’ Turf Burger Night

Friday 2nd May: our tribute to the most famous burger of all time. And we have live jazz from John Ellis & Billy Buckley will carry you through the evening — smooth, soulful, and easygoing. One for burger lovers, music lovers, and anyone in need of a Friday worth looking forward to.

 
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Our Heritage

The Inn is special, thanks to the unique backgrounds of our owners, Julie and Patrick Beaumé, who blend the distinct flavours of Lancashire and Bordeaux. This mix infuses our establishment with a unique dining approach, merging the comfort of Northwest England with a certain je ne sais quoi. Our menu is a testament to this blend, offering guests a taste of our unique culinary perspective, making the Inn a notable destination in Preston’s dining scene.

 
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What makes our food so good?

It’s simple. Good ingredients = good food. We’re talking grass-fed, ethically reared cattle; sustainable British seafood; local cheeses; the season’s best fruits and vegetables, the majority of which is grown in our own gardens. And when the produce is that good, the work of our chefs becomes that bit easier. They still work hard, mind you.

 

Accolades and Recognition

We're proud of the accolades the Inn has received, affirming our commitment to culinary excellence. Our achievements, including being named Telegraph & Sawday’s Pub of the Year and The Times’ Foodie Hotel of the Year, along with receiving 2 AA-Rosette Awards, highlight our kitchen's creativity and dedication. Being featured in the Michelin Guide further cements our status among Preston's culinary best.

“ A kitchen anchored in French classical technique, but one that puts all that knowledge and skill in the service of a recognisably British pub repertoire.”
— Jay Rayner, The Guardian
 
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We invite you to experience the Inn's unique blend of local warmth and French elegance, coupled with our commitment to sustainability and culinary creativity. Whether you’re in the mood for comforting British dishes or more refined French cuisine, The Inn promises an exceptional dining experience. Visit us and discover why we’re celebrated as one of the top dining experiences in Preston.