Stay at Guy's Thatched Hamlet in Garstang with en suite rooms, rustic tavern, conference facilities, and top-rated guest reviews. Perfect for events and relaxation.
Guests consistently highlight the welcoming atmosphere, quality dining options, and scenic location beside the canal, making it a popular choice for relaxing visits and meals. Some note occasional slow service during busy times, especially in the pub.
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Set along a peaceful waterside location in Bilsborrow, Preston, Guy's Thatched Hamlet offers en suite rooms within a charming thatched cottage hotel. The rustic tavern ambiance complements its unique setting at Canalside, making it a suitable spot for visitors drawn to a relaxed countryside environment. Adjacent to the hotel, guests can enjoy scenic canal walks that provide a tranquil backdrop to their stay.
Beyond accommodation, the property functions as a hotel, bowling and cricket club, event venue, inn, and Italian restaurant, providing diverse on-site activities and dining options. While the rustic tavern and pub have been praised for their friendly service and pleasant atmosphere, guest reviews indicate a mixed reception towards the Italian restaurant, with some noting standout items like the tiramisu despite overall less favorable impressions.
Facilities include conference spaces, catering to business or social gatherings, alongside leisure options such as the pub known as 'Owd Nells at The Thatched Hamlet,' which is highly rated by visitors. Staff members are frequently commended for their professionalism and welcoming nature, though some guests have observed occasional service delays during busy periods.
Ideal for travelers seeking a countryside retreat with easy access to local walks and waterside views, the property appeals to those valuing a rustic, multi-purpose venue. Families and groups attending events or using the bowling and cricket club facilities will find the varied recreational options useful, while the surrounding area provides a quiet setting outside urban centres.
Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.
Quirky pub...just had a soft drink as was driving. Will go back tho for beer n food very soon. Lovely friendly setting...
Really nice pleasant place to visit. Food is excellent. Staff very friendly. Lovely walking up the canal and back. I'll be definitely visiting again.
Had another fantastic lunch in Guys served by Emilio and Hannah. Sorry don't the name of the guy who served the wine. He was very professional also. The food was amazing the restaurant perfect however it was the service provided that really made it for us. Thanks see you in a few weeks. Dave and Pat
We stayed here for one night and everything was excellent. There's a canal and boats next to the hotel that you can walk around. The room had everything you need, and the bed was comfortable. The pub is good, but the Italian restaurant isn't tasty. But Tiramisu is delicious. And also The staff were nice and friendly. Overall, it was a good stay, and we would go back again.
Great place. Excellent food. Staff very kind and friendly. However, it seems understaffed. When busy takes a very long time to take and process orders therefore if you come with hungry kids that might be unpleasant experience.
Brilliant restaurant and bar. Had a lovely breakfast and pint. Sitting beside a beautiful canal walk with scenic views of Lancashire. I was looked after by a gentleman called Josh who was very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. If your Jaguar is being serviced down the road on the A6, I highly recommend you spend your waiting time here. Opens from 7.30 am. Clean facilities and relaxing atmosphere.
Came here a lot last year as a student for lunch, always able to get a seat even when rammed. Great food, enormous portions.
I watched Guy's being built whilst driving between Blackburn and Blackpool years ago, and I worked at its sister restaurant The Old Stonehouse as a student. I still recognise some of the menu items and I still love the food. There staff staff were welcoming and it was a great visit
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