Tattenhall Marina, Newton Lane, Tattenhall, Cheshire, CH3 9NE
Visit Website'Believe me, my young friend, there is nothing – absolutely nothing – half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats.' But if your pup's not a keen sea dog, the next best things is whiling away an hour or two next to the water with a lovely cup of tea and a delicious sweet treat, both of which you'll find copious amounts of at The Boathouse Café Bar at Tattenhall Marina.
Overview
If your pup is yet to earn their sea legs, a visit to The Boathouse Café Bar is the next best thing. A welcoming waterside café and bar, the food is delicious and the views incredible … especially on a sunny day when you can sit outside at one of the covetable tables overlooking the marina. Pooches will love watching the narrowboats and the ducks go by.
Head in the morning if breakfast or brunch are your thing – they’re definitely ours! We love The Big Boater full English breakfast. The paninis are our favourites at lunch time but the traditional afternoon tea available Tuesday to Saturday is extra special. There’s a range of beers, ales and spirits to sample from local Cheshire based distilleries too.
Afterwards, take your four-legged friend on a stroll through the Cheshire countryside along the Shropshire Union Canal towpath. Grab a coffee-to-go and an extra slice of cake to take with you. And pop one of the Boathouse’s doggy treats in your pocket for your pooch to nibble on.
If you’re local to Tattenhall, or fancy staying in one of the marina’s chic floating pods, The Boathouse Café Bar holds a host of events throughout the year from supper clubs to quiz nights. Sign up to the newsletter to see what’s on.
For The Dogs
There are water bowls and doggy treats available, and a big fuss from the pooch-loving staff.
Opening Hours
Monday – Wednesday: 9am – 3pm
Thursday & Friday: 9am – 11pm
Saturday: 10am – 11pm
Sunday: 10am – 10pm
Parking
There is a large car park next to the café.
Tattenhall Marina is surrounded by stunning Cheshire countryside, historic towns and villages, and wonderful dog friendly attractions for you to visit with your furry companion. From a dog walk to English Heritage’s magnificent Beeston Castle to a family day out in the stunning city of Chester, an abundance of pooch-perfect adventures awaits!
For more walks, pubs and places to stay, see our guide to dog friendly Cheshire.