Canal Pub on the Lancaster Canal

Guide To The Plough Inn

The Plough Inn The Plough, located along Main Road on the outskirts of the charming Lancashire village of Galgate, is a historic 16th-century coaching inn situated just three miles south of Lancaster city centre. Strategically positioned next to Galgate Football Club and Galgate Marina, this welcoming establishment is a perfect stop for canal enthusiasts, thanks to its proximity to the Lancaster Canal, making it a popular destination for waterway travellers.

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Business Types


  • Canal Pub

Facilities


  • Canalside
  • Family Friendly
  • Food
  • Real Ale
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available
  • Serves Food
  • Bar Service
  • Accessible Entrance

The Plough Inn Information


Galgate, Lancaster LA2 0LQ.

Phone

01524 236016

Email

01524 236016

The pub features a modest-sized bar with several rooms extending from it, showcasing a predominantly beige and grey colour scheme complemented by rustic bare floorboards. Known for its “homely charm and friendly service,” The Plough takes pride in its menu of traditional British pub classics, which are elevated with decadent ingredients. Guests can enjoy a variety of dishes, including stacked burgers, crispy chicken schnitzel, and pan-fried salmon with green pesto.

Whether patrons are enticed by the delicious food offerings available daily or are simply seeking a relaxing drink after exploring the surrounding countryside, The Plough offers an authentic British pub experience in a picturesque village setting.

Opening Hours

Monday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

Tuesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

NOTE: Venues often have seasonal opening hours or can be subject to change and kitchen hours are often shorter, so it's always wise to check with the venue before visiting.

The Plough Inn Reviews

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Review from Google Places

25 July 2025

Stopped here on our way to the Lakes. It turned into the best Sunday lunch we have ever had. The service was very friendly and we did not have to wait too long for our food. Could not believe the quality and quantity for less than £15 each. We are even planning a return to the area just for the lunch. Excellent.

Kath Smith

Review from Google Places

26 January 2025

A great little pub stop on our way to Preston for the game. Excellent food that was enjoyed by everyone. Also a great selection of drinks and spirits on offer.

Paul Burke

Review from Google Places

5 December 2024

We were made to feel really welcome even though we’d not been in years and are not local to the area. The menu was extensive with vegan and dairy free options. Great attention to detail regarding allergens with an extensive list on the website. The food was delicious and very reasonably priced. We ended up staying for 3 hours we felt so comfortable and welcome. I had dairy and egg free steak pie and it was amazing.

Melissa Cullingford-King

Review from Google Places

18 October 2024

Decent pub, quick and friendly service. A full Sunday roast. Beef was fine, mash was a little lumpy but tasty, roast veg was a little overdone.

But on the whole, a good experience.

Iwan Lewis

Review from Google Places

9 October 2024

Here used to be our favorite restaurant, things changed after this Thursday dinner. The food was not lots choices since the menu changed but it still ok. Loaded fries and Pork sausage tastes good. There was a cockroach came to my daughter’s jacket on sofa and I was very shocked. I was trying get help from the waiter the bar was busy so my husband took it away and solved it. I was very uncomfortable after saw it and took my daughter left. Then my husband told manager there was a cockroach, the sanitary conditions are worried makes me very upset and we decided to leave. The manager seems can’t believe what my husband said and just said “ok” then finished this conversation. We feel very frustrated about his attitude and what we experienced. I think it’s time to say bye to this restaurant. 2 stars for the memories of this place.

Just to clarify to your reply, the third picture is the meal we ordered on last week, and the rest two picture form 2022 and 2023 are from previous visits, which to prove I used to eating here. No sure how Google review manage the order of the images anyway that’s not the point of this review.

Joy Wang