Northamptonshire pub among the best in the UK for its waterside location
“I believe what makes us stand out is both our gorgeous location and our relationships with our customers and our co-workers”
A Braunston pub has been named one of the best in Britain for its waterside location.
The Admiral Nelson was included in The I Paper’s list of Best Waterside Pubs, a list of 20 pubs across England, Scotland and Wales.
It was one of three pubs in the Midlands to make the cut, joining The Canalhouse in Nottingham and Crown Wharf in Staffordshire.
Author Phil Mellows praised the pub’s historic building and views of the Grand Union Canal.
Jessica Wickramasinghe, Admiral Nelson general manager, said: “I was so excited to see The I’s article and even more proud to be part of the Admiral Nelson team.
“I believe what makes us stand out is both our gorgeous location and our relationships with our customers and our co-workers.
“I believe happy staff give good service and I think everyone who walks through our front door can feel that and know that they can always rely on us for both great food and great service.
“Our location and surroundings also make us stand out. Our canal side garden is the perfect sun trap in the summer. Then in the winter, we are a classic, quintessential English pub, with our roaring fire, cosy bar area and great food and beer!”
Journalist Phil Mellows, who compiled the list, agreed, saying: “The Admiral Nelson at Lock No 3, to give the pub its full name, is clearly proud to stand on this spot beside the Grand Union Canal, from where the grassy beer garden has a close-up view of the barges negotiating this famous waterway.
“Surprisingly, the building was constructed 100 years before the canal opened in 1830 and it has all the character and history you’d expect.
“Today it’s owned by Leicester family brewer Everards and welcomes families, offering home-cooked dishes alongside the Tiger and Old Original ales.”