Canal Pub
The Pelican
Froxfield, Marlborough SN8 3JY.
Canal Pub
#1 Rated Eating and Drinking on the Kennet and Avon Canal
Eating and Drinking on the Kennet and Avon Canal
Eating and drinking by UK canals is a classic British pleasure, blending scenic views with great food. Towpaths along 2,000 miles of waterways are lined with historic pubs—many once serving boatmen—offering hearty meals, Sunday roasts, and local ales, with moorings for narrowboats. The waterways now also feature independent cafés, tea rooms, and restaurants in converted warehouses, especially in areas like London’s Grand Union Canal and the Kennet & Avon Canal. Popular venues such as The Rowbarge at Woolhampton and The Dundas Arms at Kintbury attract visitors with outdoor terraces, seasonal menus, and regular events. Whether stopping during a towpath walk or arriving by boat, canalside eateries provide a peaceful setting to enjoy local flavors, wildlife, and Britain’s waterway heritage.
Kennet and Avon Canal's Best Eating and Drinking in 2026
Canal Pub
#2 Rated Eating and Drinking on the Kennet and Avon Canal
