The Hesketh Arms
- pupsandpubs
- Jun 7
- 2 min read
🦴 The Basics
Price range: £
Booking needed?: Depends on the day
Best for: Good food, good choice of beer.
Diet options: Veg / Vegan / GF
👋 First impressions
We walked in and waited by the sign to be shown to our table, which we had booked in advance. We were immediately greeted by friendly staff, who made a fuss of our dogs and showed us to our table. Conveniently, we were seated right next to the treats station, which our pups were very pleased about. We were asked for our drinks order straight away while we looked over the menu. The atmosphere felt warm and welcoming, and it was clear that our dogs were made to feel just as welcome as we were.
🍔🍺 Food & Drink
Starter/ Nibbles: Pigs in blankets with hot honey, Gordal Picante pitted olives
Main: Lancashire Cheese fritters with seasonal vegetables, Tikka Cauliflower Steak, British steak and Bone Marrow burger, Chicken Kiev
Drinks: Pineapple and Malibu, Sauvignon Blanc, Diet coke,
Taste check
Flavour: 5/5
Portions: 4/5
Presentation: 4/5
Value: 4/5
🐾 Pups & paws check (dog‑friendly)
Dogs allowed: Both
Water bowl: Yes
Treats: Yes
Space under table: Good and lots of room to spread out
Overall pup comfort: 5/5
Service & atmosphere
The service was excellent throughout our visit, and we felt well looked after from the moment we sat down. Our drinks order was taken promptly and arrived within a few minutes, giving us plenty of time to relax and look over the menu. The staff checked in with us regularly, not only to see how we were enjoying our food but also to make a fuss of our dogs, which added to the welcoming atmosphere. Our food arrived quickly, and the team remained attentive and friendly throughout. We felt genuinely valued as customers, and it was clear that our dogs were just as welcome as we were.
💷The Bill
Total: £105.20 for 4 people
Worth it? Yes
⭐ Best bits
Loved:
Drinks
Food
Atmosphere
Could be better:
Nothing!
Final rating
Overall: ★★★★☆
Handy info
Parking: Private Parking available
Nearby walk (optional): Located near to Rufford Old Hall, St Mary's Marine, and the popular Mere Sands Nature reserve.
Booking details: Ring or book online via website
✨ Sign‑off
Will definitely return for food and look out for any events they may have on!