The Farmer's Arms
- pupsandpubs
- Jun 7
- 2 min read
🦴 The Basics
Price range: ££
Booking needed?: Depends on the day
Best for: Canal side pint
Diet options: Veg / Vegan / GF
👋 First impressions
We were greeted as soon as we entered the pub by the very friendly team and shown straight to our table, which was already prepared for us. We were then informed that food and drinks needed to be ordered at the bar rather than through table service. While this wasn't a problem, table service would have made for a more relaxed experience. We ordered our drinks and food together and were able to settle in quickly afterwards. There were plenty of dogs in the pub during our visit, although it didn't feel particularly geared towards dog owners, with no treats or water bowls available. That said, once we were seated, both we and our dogs felt comfortable and settled for the duration of our meal.
🍔🍺 Food & Drink
Main: Hunter's Chicken
Main: Lancashire cheese and onion pie
Drinks: Ginger ale, Pepsi max
Taste check
Flavour: 3/5
Portions: 5/5
Presentation: 4/5
Value: 4/5
🐾 Pups & paws check (dog‑friendly)
Dogs allowed: Yes, both inside and outside. There were lots of furry friends around during our visit, creating a welcoming atmosphere for dog owners.
Water bowl: No
Treats: No
Space under table: Limited space under the table, which made it a little difficult for our dogs to settle comfortably.
Overall pup comfort: 3/5
Service & atmosphere
When we arrived, we were greeted by the team and shown to our table. We were informed that, once ready, we would need to order at the bar rather than receive table service. While this wasn't a major issue, paying before eating meant we couldn't easily keep a tab open if we decided to order desserts or additional drinks later. As we had two dogs with us, it also meant bringing them along whenever we needed to visit the bar.
The pub was clearly very popular and busy, which is always a positive sign. However, with only two people working behind the bar, there were times when it felt difficult to get their attention, as they were understandably focused on serving a large number of customers.
💷The Bill
Total: £38.20 people
Worth it? Yes
⭐ Best bits
Loved:
Drinks
Live music
Pub Garden
Could be better:
The tables are quite close together, so the space can feel crowded when it's busy
Final rating
Overall: ★★★☆☆
Handy info
Parking: Private Parking available
Nearby walk (optional): Located along the Leeds to Liverpool canal with ideal walks
Booking details: Ring or book online via website
✨ Sign‑off
We'll definitely be back for the food and to enjoy the events the pub has to offer. Follow their social media pages to keep up to date with what's on!