3 Best Pubs in Preston, UK

Expert-recommended Top 3 Pubs in Preston, UK. All of our pubs actually undergo a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes local reviews, history, business standards, ratings, satisfaction, trust, price and their trading excellence. You deserve only the best!

The Bellflower
The Bellflower
The Bellflower
5+ YEARS IN TBR
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THE BELLFLOWER

Parkside Lane, Garstang, Preston PR3 0JA, UK Directions

Since 1930

Speciality:

Fincas De Azabache Tempranillo Blanco Ssw Chenin Blanc Outnumbered Sauvignon Blanc Home Farm Chardonnay Borgo In Fiore Pinot Grigio Domaine Daniel Seguinot Chablis Prosecco Mini Alato Prosecco Borgo Alato Prosecco Rose Borgo Alato Taittinger Brut Nv Taittinger Rosé Home Farm Shiraz La Trochita Malbec Poca Taruca Merlot Santa Carolina Pinot Noir Jean Loron ‘la Galatiere’ Côtes Du Rhône Borgo In Fiore Pinot Grigio Rosato Rosebud White Zinfandel Whispering Angel

The Bellflower offers exceptional value meals, all available on a 241 basis. This is a relaxed and friendly place to pop into for lunch and stay for tea. The pub has an impressive selection of cask ales, wines, spirits, and soft drinks. The Bellflower welcomes children of all ages and mainly has a play area, free wifi to keep them entertained, and a children’s menu full of teatime treats. Their service is personalised and friendly, and they cater to the entire family, including children, dogs, and those with dementia. The pub has unique features such as a car park, beer garden, disabled access, and wifi. You can relax with your favourite drink and choose from pub classics, steaks, burgers, salads, and gluten-free options. At The Bellflower Garstang in Preston, you can enjoy anything from a light lunch to a hearty dinner with their amazing selection of delicious dishes.

2025 Update: The pub’s new menu features classic dishes such as the Brewery Tower Burger and John Willie’s beer-battered fish and chips, along with a selection of seasonal specials. They also offer the rest of the bottle on the house when you buy two large glasses.

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Best Pub for Dogs in Britain by the Great British Pub Awards in 2022 & 2023

Price:

Starters
Breads & Dips Sharer (V) £12.95
Plant Based Calamari (VGA) £7.45
Freshly Fried Tortilla Chips £7.45
Sticky Pork Belly Bites £7.95
Salt & Pepper Squid £7.95
Whipped Feta & Salt Roast Beets (V) £7.95
Breaded Garlic Mushrooms (VG)(V) £6.95
Crispy Glazed Chicken Wings £8.45
Soup Of The Day (VGA) £6.95
Pulled Ham Hock £8.95
Prawn Skewers £7.95
Thai Honey Halloumi Fries (V) £7.95
Mains
Slow Braised Steak & JW Lees Ale Pie £16.95
Our Legendary Cheese & Onion Pie (V) £15.95
John Willies Beer Battered Fish £17.45 (Small £15.45)
Northern Upgrade Bread & Butter with Curry Sauce £1.50
Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich £16.45
Seasonal Salad (VGA)(NGCI) £11.95
Add Griddled Halloumi (V) +£4.00
Add Garlic King Prawns +£5.00
Add Grilled Chicken Breast +£4.00
Chicken Tikka Masala £16.45
Smokey Chilli Non Carne (VG) £14.95
Burgers & Grills
Brewery Tower Burger £16.95

Contact:

01995 238 207

Mon-Sat: 12pm - 11pm
Sun: 12pm - 10am

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The Yew Tree
The Yew Tree
The Yew Tree
10+ YEARS IN TBR
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THE YEW TREE

100 Victoria Road, Walton Le Dale, Preston PR5 4AU, UK Directions

Since 2013

Speciality:

Guinness John Smiths Extra Smooth Birra Moretti Fosters Heineken Cruzcampo Beavertown Neck Oil Inch's Cider Desperados Original Sol Heineken 0% Guinness 0% Estrella Daura Damm (gluten Free) Wkd Blue Old Mout Pineapple and Raspberry Old Mout Kiwi and Lime Old Mout Strawberry and Apple Old Mout Berries and Cherries Bulmer No 17 Red Berries and Lime Bulmer Original Smirnoff Absolut Vanilla Absolut Passion Fruit Ciroc Grey Goose Bells Famous Grouse Jack Daniels Jack Daniels Honey Southern Comfort Jamesons

The Yew Tree is an authentic and traditional country-style pub that was renovated in 2013 with rustic chic decor and an extensive menu of British classics. They offer a great range of Quality Cask Ales, World Beers, Premium Spirits, and Wines, with a delicious selection of snacks, salads, classic pub favourites, and pizzas. You can enjoy full table service from their friendly staff within the clean, comfortable, and tastefully decorated surroundings. You can also relax on the extended dining terrace or in the beer garden at the front of the pub. Outside food is allowed in this pub. They are very dog-friendly (with some rules) and welcome dogs in selected pub areas. The Yew Tree also has water bowls and doggy treats available behind the bar. Dine-in, takeout and reservations are also available.

2025 Update: The Yew Tree is a beautifully presented landmark pub operated by MSR Pubs Ltd since 2013, led by Mike Reeve and the amazing Yew Tree team.

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Price:

Nibbles
Cocktail Sausages £5.25
Chicken Bites £5.95
Starters
Garlic Ciabatta (VE) £4.95
Homemade Soup Of The Day (VEA) £5.95
Halloumi Sticks (V) £6.50
Southern Fried Chicken Strips £6.95
Creamy Garlic Mushrooms (V) £6.95
Salt & Pepper Chicken Chunks £7.25
Salt & Pepper Halloumi (V) £7.25
Salt & Pepper Quorn Nuggets (VE) £7.25
Prawn Cocktail £7.50
Nachos (V) £7.75
Loaded Fries
Salt & Pepper Fries (VE) £6.50
Add Chopped Chicken Bites +£3.00
Born In The USA £7.25
BBQ Bacon Fries £7.25
Pizzas
Margarita (V) £7.95
Hawaiian £10.50
BBQ Chicken Blast £10.75
Pepperoni £10.50
Veggie Supreme (V) £10.75
Meat Feast £11.75
Salads
Chicken Caesar £13.50
Greek Salad £12.95
Just Dressed £8.95
Mongolian Glazed Salmon £13.75
Tuna Crunch & Prawns £13.50
Falafel, Guacamole & Roasted Red Peppers (VE) £12.50
Main Courses
10oz Gammon Steak £13.

Contact:

01772 555103

Mon-Thu: 12pm - 10:30pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 11pm
Sun: 12pm - 9pm

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11+ YEARS IN TBR
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BLACK HORSE

Friargate, Preston PR1 2EJ, UK Directions

Speciality:

Unicorn Helles Georgiana Welbeck Abbey Broken Shark Bingley Robinsons Vintage Cider Draught Hinterland Afghan Pale Ale Dizzy Blonde British Vintage Ludlow Gold Hazy Ale Old Rosie Baby-Faced Assassin Trooper Nitro Farmers Steel Cow Plum Porter Farmers Pale Ale Phoenix IPA Chocolate Vanilla Stout

Black Horse is a red-brick Arts and Crafts-style pub with a vintage ceramic-tiled bar, mosaic floor, and open fires. This pub is unique for having three entrance doors from three different streets, making it the only pub in the country with this feature. This is located on a popular shopping street near the St. George shopping centre and Harris Museum; this iconic town centre pub has won CAMRA awards for 2023 and 2024. Black Horse has a wealth of character and original features, including an expressive tiled bar, mosaic floors, a side corridor leading to additional seating and another room with a bar. Two real fires are located in the snugs on either side of the bar, and the pub offers at least eight Robinsons cask beers, providing a warm welcome and a variety of delicious beers. Black Horse offers a beer garden, is dog and family-friendly, includes WiFi, and has EV charging available.

2025 Update: The accolade celebrates establishments that showcase the best of traditional and contemporary ciders, emphasising local and artisanal producers.

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Central Lancashire Pub of the Year award in 2023 - 2025

Contact:

01772 204855

Mon-Thu: 11am - 11pm
Fri: 11am - 12am
Sat: 10am - 12am
Sun: 12pm - 11pm

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