Make 2021 Your Year – Our Favourite Local Pubs
2020 will be remembered as the year of the cancellation -from holidays and concerts to dinner reservations and even visits to see Santa, nothing has been off limits when the Coronavirus restrictions came into force.
The everyday things we took for granted will now be a luxury when we start to emerge from the latest restrictions. When the various vaccines have started to have an effect on the daily graphs which have now become part of our lives, what’s going to be top of your list of the things you took for granted or had been putting off?
Whilst foreign exotic holidays might be off the cards for a little bit longer we wanted to give you a series of blogs to help you plan 2021 and really make it your year!
In the second instalment of our blogs on this, we are going to give you a list of some of our favourite local pubs. If you are craving a nice pint after a long walk with your four legged friends, or you can’t wait to enjoy a long Sunday Lunch with family and loved ones, we hope that you can visit some of these sooner rather than later: –
The Toad – Rhos On Sea
Situated on the promenade in Rhos On Sea, The Toad is renowned for its high quality, British traditional homemade food with all produce locally sourced. Taking advantage of panoramic sea views of the Bay of Colwyn, there’s nowhere better to enjoy a drink in the sunshine than their sea front beer garden.
For more information visit their website – www.thetoad-pub.co.uk
The Toad, Rhos On Sea, LL28 4BU – 01492 532726
The Black Boy Inn – Caernarfon
Since the early 16th Century, The Black Boy Inn in Caernarfon has been welcoming weary travellers and visitors to the Town of Caernarfon and region of Snowdonia. Some things don’t change, whether you want to drink, dine or unwind, you will find The Black Boy Inn the perfect base.
The restaurant has a Visit Wales Bronze Award and has a menu to suit all tastes. Each dish is devised and perfected using local ingredients from local suppliers. Whether it’s a light lunch or an evening meal, The Black Boy Inn offers a warm welcome and good food to those in search of a relaxed and traditionally Welsh experience and environment.
For more information visit their website – www.black-boy-inn.com
The Black Boy Inn, Caernarfon, LL55 1RW – 01286 673604
The Sun Inn – Llanengan
The Sun Inn is a family-run, local pub based in Llanengan, close to the rugged spectacular Porth Neigwl (Hell’s Mouth).
Whether you’re looking to cool off from a long walk or you want to warm up after a surf, The Sun Inn offers great food and drink indoors and out, in a homely pub and large beer garden.
For more information visit their Facebook Page.
The Sun Inn, Llanengan, Abersoch, LL53 7LG – 01758 712660
The Mulberry – Conwy
With outdoor seating overlooking the marina, The Mulberry is a brilliant place to kick back and enjoy a meal with friends, the family or even the dog.
With the focus on serving freshly prepared plates alongside a fantastic selection of beers & wines, the pub-style menus are inspired by the best the land and sea has to offer.
For more information visit their website – www.mulberryconwy.pub
The Mulberry, Conwy Marina LL32 8GU – 01492 583350
The Boars Head – Long Preston
The Boars Head at Long Preston is a lovely, 1700’s Dales Country Inn with friendly restaurants, open log fire, rustic beams and lots of character. It is located in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, only 4 miles from Settle and 12 miles from Skipton.
The pub is popular with walkers and Sundays are busy providing the much loved traditional roast dinner, so if you are looking to relax after a long dog walk or to catch up with loved ones over a delicious meal, this is the place for you.
For more information visit their website – www.boardsheadlongpreston.co.uk
The Boars Head, Long Preston, BD23 4ND – 01729 840217
The Goat Inn – Porthmadog
The Goat Inn Restaurant and Bar is located on the A487 between Porthmadog and Caernarfon.
Famed for it’s delicious traditional Sunday lunches, this is the perfect spot to recover from a long walk or just enjoy some quality family time.
For more information visit their website – www.thegoatinn.org
The Goat Inn, Glandwyfach, LL51 9LJ – 01766 530237
Y Bedol Inn – Tal-Y-Bont
Y Bedol (meaning The Horseshoe in Welsh) is a lovely example of a truly traditional Welsh pub. Popular with locals and visitors alike, Y Bedol Inn is set in the heart of the Conwy Valley and enjoys sensational mountain views, as well as a pretty river running alongside its large Sunny Beer garden.
With open fires, real ales a plenty, and a good hearty menu, you are assured of a warm welcome and sustenance galore.
For more information visit their Facebook Page.
Y Bedol Inn, Conway Road, LL32 8QF – 01492 660164
The Raven Inn – Welshpool
Beautifully refurbished in 2017-18 to a very high standard the Raven is contemporary, clean and light while maintaining the traditional and historical elements of its previous incarnations.
The food is freshly prepared to order, using the finest ingredients which are always sourced locally. The menu changes with the seasons and what’s available and you’ll find classic British dishes, fresh fish, enormous pies, juicy cuts of meat, inventive puddings, snacks & sandwiches and a good choice of vegetarian dishes.
Oh, and if you needed any more pursuading their chips are made from the best Maris Piper potatoes and are peeled, cut, blanched and fried by themselves!
For more information visit their website – www.theraveninn.net
The Fishpool Inn – Northwich
Idyllically positioned on the edge of the enchanting Delamere forest and amidst the stunning Cheshire countryside, The Fishpool is a cosy, characterful inn dating back to the 18th century.
Serving local real ales, fine wines and freshly prepared food using locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, the menu features traditional home comforts and modern British and European dishes.
Whether enjoying a light snack and refreshing beverage on the outdoor terrace during the warmer months, or a hearty meal by one of the cosy log fires come winter, all guests, including our canine friends, will experience a warm welcome and the highest of standards in unique yet ambient surroundings.
The multi award-winning Fishpool Inn is without doubt one of the county’s most popular gastro inns and is sure to be a memorable choice for all visitors.
For more information visit their website – www.thefishpoolinn.co.uk
The Fishpool Inn, Fishpool Road, Delamere, CW8 2HP – 01606 883277
