Eating out in Lancaster

Lancaster, Morecambe and the Lune Valley have a long tradition of producing fine foods from the land, the rivers and the sea. So when it comes to matters of taste, this part of Lancashire will leave you hungry for more.

Great country pubs, top quality restaurants and food shops where the shelves are stacked with local produce are what the area’s building a reputation for. Hotpot and black pudding are two well known ingredients of Lancashire’s rich culinary tradition. But don’t forget Morecambe Bay shrimps, the artisan cheeses, the beef and lamb, the sausages and the smoked foods. This mouth-watering produce is first port of call for many of the good chefs working here.

Well known pubs and restaurants include places like the Highwayman Inn at Nether Burrow, Foodworks at Lancaster House Hotel, the Borough in Lancaster and The Priory at Scorton. As for shops and producers, try the Port of Lancaster Smokehouse at Glasson Dock, Baxter’s in Morecambe for Morecambe Bay potted shrimps, Foragers Farm Shop at Carnforth and tea and coffee specialists J Atkinson & Co in Lancaster. Buy something to take home and you’ll have a taste of Lancashire when your holiday is over.