The current iteration of the pub was established around 1840 when Ann Bunting transformed former farm buildings into this beloved venue. This traditional British pub exudes historical character, featuring period elements, real fires, and cosy nooks and crannies that create a romantic atmosphere, transporting visitors back to the early days of canal navigation.
Canal Pub on the Grand Union Canal
Guide To The New Inn
The New Inn, located along the historic Watling Street (now the A5) at Long Buckby Wharf, is a charming canal-side establishment that dates back to around 1600.
The New Inn offers a hearty British food menu served five days a week, with convenient hours that include evening service from Tuesday through Saturday and Sunday lunches. Patrons particularly appreciate the spacious canal-side garden, which provides the perfect vantage point for watching narrowboats navigate the adjacent lock. This setting has earned enthusiastic reviews for its picturesque views and friendly service.
As the sole surviving establishment of the original five pubs at Long Buckby Wharf, The New Inn remains a popular rest stop for boaters, hikers along the Grand Union Canal, and travellers looking for an authentic taste of British pub culture steeped in centuries of local history.
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Review from Google Places
1 August 2025
Nice canal lock side pub. Very nice beers/ales. Good menu available and we were told how good the Sunday lunch was, but we didn’t eat there.
Review from Google Places
19 June 2025
Lovely food, including excellent Sunday roasts. Right on the canal lock so you can watch the boats come and go. Nice walk nearby along the Buckby Lock flight. We always take our overseas visitors there to see both the canal system and the boats.
Review from Google Places
14 June 2025
Popped in here during my canal bike ride for a quick bite and a drink, and honestly, it was just what I needed. The staff were super friendly and on the ball—no waiting around, which is always a win when you’re hungry and a bit windswept. The pub’s got this cozy, old-school charm, with canal bits and bobs all over the walls that give it a laid-back, nautical vibe. Definitely one of those spots where you think, “Yeah… I could stay for another pint.”
Review from Google Places
20 April 2025
We have stopped here for a meal several times when passing on our boat. The food is always well cooked and good portions. Staff are very friendly and helpful. We enjoy our visits.
Review from Google Places
28 July 2024
Gorgeous Pub on the A5 north of Weedon at the side of a canal with a working Grand Union Canal lock, Beware, at speed you may blink and miss it. Pub Car park just before the venue on the northbound side of the A5, a large lay by prior to that, there is also parking north of the pub immediately after the A5 canal bridge though this also serves canal traffic. Lovely people,lovely atmosphere, lovely building. Good real Ale and other standard offerings, Fabulous food all at reasonable cost.
