LAPWORTH.

This pub can get very busy of an evening and very hot. Situated on the edge of the canal, this old building has many original features, like the canal side garden and stone flagged floors in places. An M&B pub it does serve a guest ale on a regular basis, Everards Perfik this time. Mainly a food pub it served meals lunch and evening in its many rooms. Most of these are on a different level to the rest of the pub and so it is not really suitable for disabled people - though you can get to the main bar with a squeeze, if you are prepared. Inside the decor is wood beams and low walkways that seem to have no real plan, but that's it's beauty. Tables are dark wooden square with an assortment of chairs. Mainly thse are for 4 people, hence it can be difficult to find a seat if you are a lone drinker/traveller. A huge fireplace faces the main door and there are bench seats either side for those who cant feel the furnace heat of the pub. A small central wooden bar serves drinks and food here, the other side is in a small second bar behind. There is also a large eating room here. Meals and prices are displayed on the blackboards throughout the pub, there n are no paper menus. Food is traditional but there is plenty of choice, though prices can be a bit steep in places. No music here and you can camp with permission. Not too far from the railway station (10-15 minutes walk depending on how fast you walk). Toilets are clean, though chilly in winter. No accommodation here, call Tourist Information: (01926) 492212.

Surviving a fire in the 1990's, The Punchbowl has had something of a turbulent history so it's good to see it back on form and in the capable hands of Peacock Inns who have brought their winning formula of pub management to this part of Warwickshire. The Punchbowl combines the olde worlde charm of oak beams, flagstone floors and real fires with contemporary pub features which afford warm surroundings, good atmosphere and a high level of comfort. In places this throws up striking juxtapositions which adds to the allure of this excellent place to eat and drink.

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The Boot
Old Warwick Road
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Warwickshire
B94 6JU
01564 782464

The Orange Tree
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Lapworth Village Website