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The Old Packet HouseWaterside Pub on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal
29 Liverpool Rd N, Burscough, Ormskirk L40 5TN
01704 807330
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The Old Packet House can be found on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal in Lancashire and quite near to Burscough.
What can be found at: The Old Packet House
Steeped in history and full of character, The Old Packet House is a welcoming pub sitting right on the banks of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. Known for its traditional charm, hearty food, and excellent drinks, it’s a favourite stop for canal boaters, walkers, and sightseers enjoying this famous waterway.
A Pub with Canal Heritage
The Old Packet House takes its name from the canal’s working past, when packet boats once carried passengers and goods between towns. Today, the pub celebrates that heritage with a warm, traditional interior and a friendly atmosphere that makes every visitor feel at home.
A Boater-Friendly Stop on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal
For narrowboaters cruising along the Leeds & Liverpool, The Old Packet House is perfectly placed as a waterside stop. Moor nearby and enjoy:
- Classic pub meals and home-cooked specials
- Cask ales, lagers, ciders, and wines
- Outdoor seating by the canal, ideal for sunny afternoons
- A cosy, welcoming setting on cooler days
It’s the kind of pub where boaters can relax, refuel, and share stories from the water.
Why Canal Boaters Love The Old Packet House
- Location: Right on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal with moorings close at hand
- History: A pub that reflects the canal’s working heritage
- Hospitality: A warm welcome for boaters, walkers, and locals alike
- Scenic Setting: Enjoy food and drink with classic waterside views
Explore the Leeds & Liverpool Canal
Stopping at The Old Packet House is also a chance to explore the surrounding canal landscape. The Leeds & Liverpool Canal is one of Britain’s longest and most historic waterways, and this pub is part of its story – a place where the canal’s past meets today’s boating life.
Visit The Old Packet House
For narrowboaters, canal holidaymakers, and walkers, The Old Packet House is a must-visit destination on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. With its heritage, hospitality, and waterside location, it captures the true spirit of canal-side pub life.
The Old Packet House – a historic waterside pub on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal, where boaters and visitors come together.
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