The Cartford

The Cartford Award winning restaurant with rooms in Lancashire, nurtured by Julie and Patrick Beaumé with a little help from their friends.

At the heart of rural Lancashire…

The Cartford Inn, originally a 17th century coaching inn located at the historic crossing of the River Wyre, is a multi award-winning pub, restaurant and boutique hotel. Our location boasts enviable views of the surrounding Fylde countryside, looking across to the quietly beautiful Bowland fells. As a rural business, preserving our environment, its culture and co

mmunity is a core component of the crafted experiences we provide our guests through our food, our décor and our people.

For those joining us over the weekend, you’ll find this on our seasonal set menu:

Panfried Scottish hake bouillabaisse,...
04/09/2026

For those joining us over the weekend, you’ll find this on our seasonal set menu:

Panfried Scottish hake bouillabaisse, saffron new potatoes, rouille, mussels, squid & langoustine 

2 courses for £39
3 courses for £46

See you then, friends!

Reservations, here👇
https://www.thecartfordinn.co.uk/reservations

03/09/2026

Last week, we took a trip down the road to see the lady behind our beans, Libby. She gave us a tour around her smallholding, and we were reminded why keeping it local matters so much to us.

The care that goes into the craft is unmistakable - it’s why our beans taste like beans should. Thank you, Libby! 🫛

A standout from the à la carte menu, and a dish that nicely bridges the shoulder season, summer into autumn.Braised pork...
31/08/2026

A standout from the à la carte menu, and a dish that nicely bridges the shoulder season, summer into autumn.

Braised pork belly & cheek, black pudding, pickled mustard seeds, apple, pineapple, buttered cabbage & fennel ☀️🍁

Just a reminder that we’re open this Bank Holiday Monday (tomorrow), serving from 1-7pm.Should you need further encourag...
30/08/2026

Just a reminder that we’re open this Bank Holiday Monday (tomorrow), serving from 1-7pm.

Should you need further encouragement, this beauty is currently sitting on our seasonal set menu: locally shot pigeon breast, Scottish chanterelles, and a Lillet pappardelle 😮‍💨

Book your table, here 👇
https://www.thecartfordinn.co.uk/reservations

It’s always the people who bring the magic ✨ And sometimes, they bring the dahlias too. ❤️🌺
26/08/2026

It’s always the people who bring the magic ✨

And sometimes, they bring the dahlias too. ❤️🌺

Fjord trout & herb sausage roll, tarragon mustard mayonnaiseAvailable on our Sunday Menu 💛
23/08/2026

Fjord trout & herb sausage roll, tarragon mustard mayonnaise

Available on our Sunday Menu 💛

Apricot verrinePoached apricot, compote, clotted cream, meringue, tonka bean madeleine 🧡
19/08/2026

Apricot verrine
Poached apricot, compote, clotted cream, meringue, tonka bean madeleine 🧡

13/08/2026

This weekend’s Fish of the Day:

Wild morcambe bay seabass
Sesame miso, coriander and lime noodles, pak choi, nori beurre blanc

Thank you Alistair and thank you 🤝

Chicken schnitzel, fresh parmesan, salsa verde, bitter leaf & tomato salad, ranch dressingAvailable on our lunch menu. L...
13/08/2026

Chicken schnitzel, fresh parmesan, salsa verde, bitter leaf & tomato salad, ranch dressing

Available on our lunch menu. Lunch served 12-2pm, Wednesday - Saturday 🫶

Seared Manx XL ScallopsScallop roe & Crémant de Bordeaux sauce, charred pink grapefruit, fish eggs 🎣
12/08/2026

Seared Manx XL Scallops

Scallop roe & Crémant de Bordeaux sauce, charred pink grapefruit, fish eggs 🎣

Address

Preston
PR30YP

Opening Hours

Monday 5:30pm - 8pm
Tuesday 5:30pm - 8pm
Wednesday 12pm - 2pm
5:30pm - 9pm
Thursday 12pm - 2pm
5:30pm - 9pm
Friday 12pm - 2pm
5:30pm - 9pm
Saturday 12pm - 2pm
5:30pm - 9pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

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