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White Swan at Fence

Restaurant Bar Pub

One of the Best Places To Visits in Borough of Pendle


Address

300 Wheatley Ln Rd, Fence, Burnley BB12 9QA, United Kingdom

Website

www.whiteswanatfence.co.uk

Contact

+44 1282 611773

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (520 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 12 to 10 pm
  • Sunday: 12 to 10 pm
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 12 to 10 pm
  • Wednesday: 12 to 10 pm
  • Thursday: 12 to 10 pm
  • Friday: 12 to 10 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: staff (19) service (18) good (16) menu (16) friendly (13) Michelin (10) experience (10) great (9) wine (9) recommend (8)
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  • 5/5 Paul E. 9 months ago on Google
    Lobster and Steak night and Michelin starred restaurant serving Timothy Taylors. With superb staff. What’s not too love ❤️❤️
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Martin L. 10 months ago on Google
    I ate here recently with my wife. It was a surprise 58th Birthday treat for me. It was a proper treat! I’ve eaten at a lot of Michelin starred restaurants and this was as good if not better than most. The thing that marked this place out for me though was the quality of service. All the front of house team were so friendly, knowledgeable and informal, it made it such an enjoyable birthday meal. We live about 30 minutes away so we’ll definitely be back with friends.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sean Mc G. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent ingredients cooked expertly in a relaxed setting. Friendly knowledgeable staff. Reasonably priced for the quality.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David M. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a great meal at The White Swan. The vibe is a good mix of Michelin touches with a friendly, laid back style. The food was super tasty and good selection of drinks and dessert wine! We thought it was good value all round and will definitely go again.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chris D. 2 years ago on Google
    Wow. What a place. Popped in for lunch. It's a very reasonably priced set menu which changes daily. Exceptional value for the quality of cooking on display. There was no filler - every course was fabulous. The highlights were the celeriac risotto (wow) and apple crumble souffle (wow wow). Fine dining, but in a relaxed, non-pretentious and friendly environment. Can't wait to return. Highly recommend.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maggie T. 2 years ago on Google
    The most fantastic dining experience for lunch. Great location. Wonderful atmosphere, knowledgeable and friendly staff. Oh boy, the food, absolutely delicious. Each course an unusual yet perfect combination of flavours. In my dreams this is my local, sadly we're actually about 250 miles away ... but definitely worth the journey!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nicola L. 4 years ago on Google
    Absolutely stunning food, could not fault it at all. Me and my partner are vegetarians and they accomodated us with our own menu without fuss. We will be going again
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Travelling D. 1 year ago on Google
    A local pub in a village. A rather pub feel interior.Had the 5 course dinner. Service was charming and friendly . Food is good but was expecting the usual Michelin level. Lack of amouse bouche- could do with some before first course came out. Bread was good but could be incorporated into amouse at the start. Tomato consommé was good- could have been slightly bigger portion. Prawn risotto- again good but could have done with two prawns. Game Wellington was excellent- would have liked a larger portion. Tiramisu was excellent- again could have done with larger portion. Sticky toffee- good. Nice petit four at the end. Wine pairing- tapered as did not want 5 glasses. Rose and desert wine choice average. Red wine choice was excellent. Could have been a slightly larger portions for most dishes.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Melanie J. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely sublime food served in a relaxed atmosphere situated in a very cosy pub. What a hidden gem. Great food elegantly presented and served. Will return when back in the area. Great to have a Michelin starred/ 3 Rossette establishment that serves draught beer. Excellent Timothy Taylor extensive wine list.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bob R. 1 year ago on Google
    I looked at the set menu and wasn’t sure. Each dish got better and better new and unusual flavours. I have paid a lot more for a lot less. Staff will stop and chat, chef will explain his thinking about the menu. What more could you want? Excellent!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nurul I. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent food and excellent service. Enjoyed all courses. Highly recommend. And excellent value considering it is a Michelin starred restaurant. Small and cosy. Staff were accommodating. Portions were just right. Lots of flavours and textures. Impressed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 ANDREA 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic place with fixed price menu. Extra for cheese board & is definitely worth it. Plenty of choice & great quality. The food is fab & to top it off they have Greg behind the bar. They don't advertise a wine flight but Greg is very knowledgeable & I would highly recommend a wine flight, he matched our wines perfectly to every course. We will definitely be back
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paul G. 4 years ago on Google
    Very good value for money and amazing food. I would recommend requesting a table away from the bar to get the most out of your experience

  • 5/5 Ashley G. 4 years ago on Google
    Food is amazing with very friendly service

  • 5/5 Dave W. 4 years ago on Google
    Best meal ever

  • 5/5 Nigel T. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing little place. A converted old pub in a delightful village in Lancs. The setting is no-frills with all the focus on good food. We had the vegetarian tasting menu, which is 6 courses. Couldn't fault any of it. The star was probably the tomato consomme, which was rich, tasty beyond belief & accompanied by a wonderful gnocchi. Baked celeriac came a close second though. Really good portions of everything. The staff were lovely & the wine affordable. This was a great food experience without pretension, worthy of its new michelin star. Fence 1 - Manchester 0!

  • 5/5 Mary T. 4 years ago on Google
    Brilliant high end food Michelin star restaurant with wonderful staff who go the extra mile to make diners experience magic.

  • 5/5 Paul A. 4 years ago on Google
    Timothy Taylor's on the pump - need I say any more!?

  • 5/5 Rob D. 4 years ago on Google
    Gorgeous food and very well priced for what you get. Service was excellent and beer very good too! Highly recommended!

  • 2/5 Paul a. 4 years ago on Google
    Overpriced.... Michelin star yes .... filling meals no

  • 5/5 Paul W. 4 years ago on Google
    Just brilliant....

  • 5/5 shane s. 4 years ago on Google
    Probably tje best food and service I've ever experienced absolutely brilliant

  • 5/5 Paul G. 4 years ago on Google
    My first Mitchellin star experience and it was everything I hoped for. The food was interesting and excellent, in fact some of the best food I have had, while the cost was reasonable. altogether a great night out.

  • 5/5 Philrejuv 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome just awesome

  • 5/5 Oliver M. 4 years ago on Google
    Top notch cooking, as always! Best place in Lancashire!

  • 5/5 George C. 2 years ago on Google
    Another insanely perfect meal. The taster menu is just a wonderful way to experience new food without the stress of having to choose. Every mouthful is beautiful and when you look around the restaurant you see the same expressions of awe and happiness. My favourite restaurant- beautiful food, unpretentious surroundings and just the nicest staff. Coming back monthly. It’s just too good not to!

  • 5/5 Hannah H. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful food and such friendly warm staff who really know their stuff.

  • 5/5 Mike W. 2 years ago on Google
    We had an amazing evening for our wedding anniversary in August. My wife is very fussy with her food and generally does not eat lamb but we both thoroughly enjoyed all the dishes and the cocktails. Great food and very good value for money.

  • 5/5 Andy T. 2 years ago on Google
    Literally perfect. The staff, the presentation, the knowledge, the service and the food. Absolutely outstanding.

  • 5/5 Dan C. 11 months ago on Google
    Fantastic food, set menu, all very tasty. We’ve eaten at 2 star places and this was just as good. Nice simple decor. Warm welcome and friendly staff. My only critique is that the staff could be a little more attentive when the service gets busier, as in checking on drinks, how you’re getting on, etc

  • 5/5 Rachel P. 9 months ago on Google
    Delightful meal. Each of the seven courses was exquisite 👌

  • 5/5 Heisenberg 1. 1 year ago on Google
    Went there for the tasting menu one lunchtime, excellent food at a good price in non pretentious surroundings, friendly staff, explained every dish that was served to us, I would reccomend this place

  • 5/5 david h. 7 months ago on Google
    Every part of our experience was perfect.The staff were friendly and knowledgeable about the food. The service was perfectly timed, our lunch menu was delivered over 2 hours from seating to leaving (we did not have coffee or the cheese on the occasion). As for the food, well we were blown away, not a missed note. Every course individual and packed with perfectly balanced flavours. Can’t wait to return again, kudos to all involved

  • 5/5 Lindsay f. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Sublime kitchen (Original) Sublime cuisine

  • 5/5 John G. 4 years ago on Google
    Last time I was here it was 1981 with a grumpy landlord who had banned bikers. Food consisted of crisps and peanuts. How things have changed. We had booked for dinner and had the 3 course option. The food is Michelin standard which means excellent and it was. The service was attentive and not over fussy. The negative is that it can get a bit cramped when it's full service. Shame I was driving so could not reacquaint myself with a pint or two of the Taylors.

  • 5/5 Me 4 years ago on Google
    Incredible experience from the quality of service to the superb food and wine selection. Can't recommend this place highly enough.

  • 5/5 John R. 5 years ago on Google
    Superb experience! Great beers. Excellent food! Wine selection fantastic! Served by friendly efficient staff. Absolutely top marks!

  • 5/5 Clare S. 4 years ago on Google
    Incredible flavours. Excellent presentation. Perfect knowledge, service & explanation. Amazing Sunday lunch.

  • 4/5 Cherry C. 5 years ago on Google
    Limited menu, 3 starters, 3 mains, 3 desserts or taster menu. Cheap for a michelin star. Car park. Nice ambience. Waitresses need to know more about the menu. Recommend.

  • 5/5 Daniel C. 6 years ago on Google
    Exceptional tasting menu - every course perfectly balanced and presented. Good value for the quality of food. Service wasn't great but was explained to us as a result of new menu. Would not hesitate to recommend.

  • 2/5 Rafael T. 4 years ago on Google
    I will have to change my review because the first time I went last year, I enjoyed it very much and was very pleased with the courses and the staff, but today my visit was incredibly upsetting. I will not come back ever again.

  • 5/5 Kym K. 4 years ago on Google
    Never less than amazing every single visit

  • 5/5 Ryan M. 5 years ago on Google
    AMAZING food, great service, all in a really unassuming exterior. I recommend the cheese board purely for the fact that you get a blurb of each possible choice before you pick.

  • 5/5 Carla C. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful food beautiful alcohol beautiful service beautiful prices

  • 5/5 David D. 3 years ago on Google
    Best food around don't miss it

  • 5/5 Danielle R. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent dinner

  • 5/5 Craig H. 3 years ago on Google
    Superb food at a great price

  • 5/5 Bryan P. 3 years ago on Google
    Myself, wife and daughter had lunch last Friday. Delicious food as always. Friendly service. We all loved a relaxing afternoon, thanks to you all for making it possible.

  • 5/5 Eleanor H. 3 years ago on Google
    Outstanding food that is on another level for value for money. Anyone who isn't coming here on the regular is missing a trick. Humble owners and friendly staff, comfortable atmosphere whilst eating high end delicious food. Highly recommended

  • 5/5 Susan 4 years ago on Google
    Just like heaven on earth!!

  • 5/5 Steph C. 3 years ago on Google
    Superb food and outstanding value for money. Love the French style of a limited menu. It means it's fresh. I avoid long menus - means it's out of the freezer and into the microwave. Quail pink and perfectly cooked. Tomato broth starter had a beautiful flavour. Well done White Swan. Near perfection in very difficult Covid19 times. Thoroughly recommend.

  • 5/5 Linda S. 3 years ago on Google
    Really delicious meal yesterday, well worth the wait

  • 5/5 Andrew G. 4 years ago on Google
    Always on point the white one

  • 5/5 Pat F. 4 years ago on Google
    Loved the food, the service and the atmosphere!

  • 5/5 Alison A. 4 years ago on Google
    It is fabulous in every way, food drink staff

  • 5/5 Norma B. 4 years ago on Google
    Just amazing!!

  • 5/5 Lisa b. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing food, friendly staff !!! Definitely worth a visit.

  • 5/5 Alex M. 4 years ago on Google
    Superb food, service and atmosphere. A real gem, off the beaten track.

  • 5/5 Oli A. 4 years ago on Google
    Food was outstanding. Would definitely go again. Must book to get a table. Michelin star food quality.

  • 5/5 Mark B. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic food and great service.

  • 5/5 Nina B. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome christmas lunch

  • 5/5 Harvey B. 4 years ago on Google
    We know this place well and the food is always amazing, but today of all days (xmas day) was truly exceptional, along with the staff and attention to detail, what a fantastic day we have had.

  • 5/5 Jane C. 4 years ago on Google
    Fabulous meal for a larger party, great care taken with the organisation. The flavours are unbelievable, staff delightful I cannot fault The White Swan.

  • 5/5 Lee F. 4 years ago on Google
    Absolutely fabulous experience. Food wine and especially the service were outstanding...have already booked again. Thank you to all involved for a special evening.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✗ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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