The Navigation Inn, Lapworth - pub details
Address: Old Warwick Rd, Lapworth, Solihull, West Midlands, B94 6NA [map] [gmap]
Tel: 0871 951 1000 (ref 18108) - calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras
Dorridge (3.1 miles), Hatton (3.7 miles), Claverdon (4.3 miles)
Pub facilities/features:
- Food served
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> Current user rating: 6.7/10 (rated by 16 users)
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Boot Inn, Lapworth (0.6 miles), Tom O'The Wood, Rowington (0.8 miles), Punchbowl, Lapworth (0.8 miles), Orange Tree, Chadwick End (1.7 miles), Fleur De Lys, Lowsonford (1.9 miles)
user reviews of the Navigation Inn, Lapworth
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| There is a notice on the door saying it will re-open soon. The outside has been painted off-white and green/grey and the inside looks as if it might be going the same way. paul_d102 - 7 May 2012 11:14 |
| This has got the potential to be a fantastic pub with it’s traditional interior and picturesque canal side setting. Unfortunately though, on a recent visit it didn’t quite live up to expectations. There were no real ales on and the loos are clearly in need of some TLC – there was no soap in the ladies, no hot tap in the gents, and the windows were wedged open with knives as the handles had broken. It’s a pleasant looking pub from the outside with visible timbering, and the olde worlde theme continues inside. The main bar has enormous flagstones on the floor, and wood panelling on the lower part of the walls with whitewashed brickwork above. There was a fireplace at one end with an unusual curved brick chimney. A very large pike (maybe, I’m not a fish expert) was mounted in a glass case above the fireplace. Adjoining this was a slightly smaller bar again with a fireplace and wood flooring. We didn’t try the food on this occasion, but there was a decent looking menu chalked up on a board. At the rear is what looks like a restaurant area, although this wasn’t in use on our visit, which seemed odd as it was a Sunday lunchtime. The main draw for many people will be the large canal side garden at the rear of the pub which also has attractive flower boarders. The canal runs immediately next to the pub, so offers a great view of the narrow boats going past, and if you’re on a boat yourself there is a convenient gate leading directly in to the garden. There is also a patio area with an unusual straw roof covering. Despite four hand pumps on the bar, unfortunately none of these were in use. The chalkboard listed Holdens and Timothy Taylor Landlord, but it would seem that both of these had run out (along with the San Miguel, which Mrs B. Was none too pleased about). To make matters worse, the only cider on offer was Strongbow. Blackthorn - 15 Aug 2011 10:04 |
| Best canalside pub for a long way. Excellent cider, hearty chips, friendly staff. The restaurant round the back is a bit sterile but otherwise we love it. el_capitano - 20 Apr 2009 19:52 |
| We went for a evening meal (party of 10), and went in blind as we had not visited previously. The decor is nice (Bar old fashioned, Dining room more modern), real ale was reasonable: Holdens was pretty good, Timothy Taylors was not. The menu looks uninspiring, with quite a few main course and very few(one)starters, but actually the food was pretty good, hearty fare. My issue was with the food service, pretty much order at the bar (even for a table of 10) and get left to your own devices, food was a little slow (which is acceptable), no one came to check we were OK, to offer more drinks, etc. Same old problem, young (but friendly) untrained staff running the place, could do with a little care and attention on the service, so I would not recommend friends to go there. Overall: Average pub in a nice canal side setting. lill1971 - 15 Apr 2008 18:53 |
| Traditional, attractive front bar with granite-slabbed floor and real fire. You have to pass through this bar to get to the lounge so it's difficult to make a discreet entrance and you will be on display! The locals were friendly enough but at least one thinks he is a comedian. Timothy Taylor's Landlord and a Holden's brew were the real ales available and both were fine. They also do a few ciders. Food is served between 12 and 2 at lunchtime. There is a fair selection which is all listed on the chalkboard. Many itmes are available in child size portions. Portions are large so less hungry patrons may be advised to try kiddie versions. The pub is closed Monday to Wednesday between 3:00 and 5:30. Packwood House is a short distance away if you want something to do before/after. All-in-all, The Navigation is how I like a country pub to be. thegiant - 2 Mar 2008 08:46 |
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