Lock & Quay

The Lock & Quay is a traditional, food-led public house set in a highly attractive location on the edge of Chorley, directly alongside the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. This waterside position makes it a popular stop for walkers, cyclists, and passing canal boats, while its placement within a residential area and strong roadside visibility provide a reliable local customer base.

Inside, the pub offers a warm and welcoming trading environment. The main bar and lounge feature a flexible mix of loose and fixed seating, allowing the space to be easily reconfigured for group bookings, events, or dining. A raised area with seating for around 30 covers provides further flexibility and is ideal for private functions, celebrations, or quieter dining.

To the left, a comfortable lounge area with a gas stove creates a cosy, homely feel, enhanced by exposed brickwork and characterful period windows. The large bar runs along the back wall, offering bar seating, while the opposite side provides space for lounge seating and a pool table, supporting wet-led trade and social play.

The premises licence allows for live music, which has proven popular with the local community in the past and presents a great opportunity to reintroduce entertainment-led evenings. Outside, a charming cobbled drinking area with benches at the front of the pub is a real draw, beautifully finished with hanging baskets and offering an inviting place to relax and enjoy drinks in warmer months.

With its canal-side setting, strong local catchment, flexible layout, and attractive entry terms, The Lock & Quay is a fantastic opportunity to run a pub near Chorley with both food-led and community appeal — ideal for an operator looking to build a welcoming, destination local with year-round trade.

The property benefits from a good-sized private accommodation on the first floor, comprising a kitchen, lounge, three bedrooms, office and a bathroom.