The Strawbury Duck Inn - Darwen

Country pub inn with own farm, between two reservoirs and next to a train station

Location & Setting

The Strawbury Duck Inn sits between the Wayho and Turton and Entwistle Reservoirs, 10 km from Bolton. The property is a 5-minute walk from Entwistle Train Station, offering direct connections to Manchester and Blackburn. Junction 4 of the M65 Motorway is a 15-minute drive away, providing easy road access to the surrounding area.

Dining & Farm-to-Table

The Strawbury Duck serves traditional Lancashire cuisine with fresh, locally sourced produce, including pork bred on its own farm in nearby Belmont. A full English breakfast is available each morning, and Sunday roasts are served alongside an excellent selection of local cask ales. The restaurant offers wine and champagne and provides kids' meals for younger guests.

Amenities & Services

The inn features live music and performance evenings for guests, adding to the pub atmosphere. Free parking is provided on-site, and accessible parking spots are available. Security measures include 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, smoke alarms, and key access to rooms.

Rooms & Accommodations

The Strawbury Duck Inn offers elegant en suite rooms with tea and coffee making facilities and free Wi-Fi. Each room includes a private bathroom, heating, and daily housekeeping. The property is non-smoking throughout, and rooms feature views of the surrounding countryside.

Entertainment & Outdoor Spaces

Guests can enjoy scenic countryside views from the inn's garden and sun terrace. The beer garden overlooks the reservoirs, hills, and forests, providing a space to relax. The area around the Strawbury Duck is suitable for walking, hiking, and cycling, with direct access to trails by the reservoirs.

• Location: Between Wayho and Turton and Entwistle Reservoirs, 10 km from Bolton
• Dining: Traditional Lancashire cuisine with pork from own farm in Belmont
• Rooms: En suite rooms with tea/coffee making facilities and free Wi-Fi
• Activities: 5-minute walk from Entwistle Train Station, 15 min from M65 J4
• Parking: Free on-site parking
• Children: Kids' meals available
• Entertainment: Live music performances