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The Cartford Inn, Preston, Lancashire

The Cartford Inn

4.7
4.7
214 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
11:30 p.m.

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Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
At the Cartford Inn, we offer a brand of hospitality that is truly unique, hallmarked by an award-winning restaurant, boutique hotel, delicatessen and art gallery. Our location is enviable, with guests able to enjoy panoramic views of the Ribble Valley and Fylde countryside whilst dining. Our décor is quirky and eclectic, in keeping with our building’s 17th century heritage, but with a modernist twist.

Of course the main attraction is our 2-Rosette winning, Michelin recommended restaurant. Run by head chef Chris Bury, we offer the finest quality food without the fuss, in an atmosphere that is warm and unpretentious. Expect a discernible French influence, evidenced by our renowned French onion soup – a dish that is well worth a visit in its own right.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Location
    Cartford Ln, Preston, Lancashire PR3 0YP
  • Phone number
    01995 670166
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, French, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

Experiences

  • Afternoon Tea (24 Hours Notice Required)

    £35.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    A slice of calm and luxury in Lancashire, our afternoon tea honours one of the very best British traditions. From the outstanding beauty of our setting, to the quality of our tea, coffee, sandwiches and sweet treats, we’re confident that we offer an afternoon tea experience that is the best around Preston, the Ribble Valley and Lancashire. N.B. Once you have made your booking, a member of our team will contact you regarding any allergies or dietary requirements. If you would like your reservation to be after 2pm please call the office on 01995670166

Menu

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What 214 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Lancashire

    Best Ambience

  • Lancashire

    Innovative

  • Lancashire

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Lancashire

    Healthy

  • Lancashire

    Great for fine wines

  • Lancashire

    Romantic

  • Lancashire

    Great for scenic views

  • Lancashire

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Lancashire

    Lively

  • Lancashire

    British

  • Lancashire

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Cartford Inn offers a charming dining experience with "excellent quality" food and "brilliant" service. Guests praise its "beautiful location," "lovely atmosphere," and "friendly" staff. While some find it "a bit pricey," the overall experience is deemed "worth the bit extra." It's perfect for special occasions or a delightful meal.
214 Reviews

  1. richard

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time for us and not the last. Great food and attentive staff

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  2. Steve

    Manchester2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Both starters were very good mains meals were bland. Desserts very good service excellent

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  3. Kate

    Derbyshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, beautiful environment, and excellent service. 5⭐️ on all fronts

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  4. BarryW

    Lancashire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and excellent service Live music which was a little bit loud since we were close to the duo. Otherwise an excellent meal

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  5. PJTJ

    Lancashire6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed all of our four courses . Excellent food and service and of course bought eight chocolates to take home

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  6. JennyC

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service . Highly recommend you pay a visit.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Lancashire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great three course set menu, cosy atmosphere and great views over the countryside from our table.

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  8. Charles

    Lancashire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Most enjoyable experience excellent food and very friendly staff, very warm and welcoming atmosphere, one of our favourite places to dine out at would definitely recommend to anyone.

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  9. Susan

    Manchester4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first visit. The food was lovely. We would have given it another star for service if we had not been given the desert menu, then left for 30 minutes until my husband had to go to the bar to say, leave it and can we have the bill. It was a bit pricey, especially as there was service charge added. We ordered still water (As well as a bottle of wine) and not tap water and it arrived in a glass Cartford Inn bottle. We were charged £4.20 for it. I asked could we have the empty bottle but was told no. Is this because it is refilled with tap water for £4.20? Thank you.

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  10. Chris

    Manchester1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose the Winter MENU which was excellent value for the quality. Lovely surroundings and excellent service. In addition to the great food the beer and wine we had were very good. It is a while since we have been to The Cartford and it reminded us we must visit more often.

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FAQs

The Cartford Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 214 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 p.m.

Select a time

Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Cartford Inn

Cartford Ln, Preston, Lancashire PR3 0YP

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
    01995 670166
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, French, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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