Canal Tavern in Wiltshire

We stopped here in a cycle ride. The young man at the bar was welcoming but was obviously trying to juggle a lot on his own. Most of us had ciabatta's which were quite honestly under filled. Such a shame as the pub is in a really good spot

Popped in here today for a quick drink before cycling along the canal to Bath. A warm & friendly greeting from the young lady and was kind enough to let me use a socket to charge up my battery whilst having a drink & packet of crisps. Unfortunately there was no food being served but she was very helpful by telling others of options nearby. Would definitely return here if in the area

Good beer selection, but nightmarish service: almost an hour for a simple ciabatta. They said food preparation would take 45 minutes: it was only a ciabatta sandwich!!! I could have made at least 20 of them in 45 minutes !!!!

Reviews must be out of date as four of us went in for a pint on Friday 22nd March. Guess what ? NO DRAFT BEER !! Noone about to serve at the bar, all six pump clips turn inwards. Had a go searching for one reluctant, disinterested member of staff ‘on duty’. So why is the pub open ? Presumably it’s on its last legs … RIP .

Brilliant spot. Service was quick. It's a little quirky. But beautiful views. Quick service with a smile. Really enjoyed our visit.

Disappointing visit to the Canal Tavern, used to eat there a lot but won’t be in a rush to go back. The two staff working front of house looked miserable, not a smile between them the whole time we were there. One didn’t know much about the drinks available and the other when we asked for a couple of kids menu just passed a wet / stained menu that was hardly legible and rather than apologising for its state or looking for another one, just said “that’s all we’ve got” before walking immediately away from the table. After ordering food they had to come back to the table to tell us some of what we ordered wasn’t available, this happened not just once, or twice but three times. Of our party of 8 only 2 people managed to have the meal they originally ordered. Having finished eating we were left for ages with plates on the table. Had to go and ask if the kids could have the ice creams that came as part of their meal, which then took well over 10mins to arrive, would have been fine if the pub was busy but by this point there were hardly any customers left. We were not offered a dessert menu and to be honest at this point I think we just wanted to leave anyway. On the way home my husband mentioned it was just as well he was driving as there was very little lager available. Seems incredible that a pub could be so low on food and drink, especially on what could be a very busy Saturday. Friendly staff wouldn’t go a miss, perhaps they were fed up of telling people things weren’t available.

Hi I’ve tried to post this to the email address online but both of which don’t work so am resorting to leaving a review on here! Having been to this pub before we were happy to go back and booked a table for 10 mid week. On arrival we were told there was very little food available and were given a list of our options. They then ran out of wine, and had very little lager available. The food wasn’t too bad and is what I’d expect from a local pub, however I found it very odd, how they had also run out of ketchup! Running out of ketchup and having very little alcohol is somewhat odd for a pub. The pub itself is in a great location and isn’t too badly decorated altho abit tired in places! Unfortunately the issues we found will mean we are unlikely to come as a group again and will instead book elsewhere. The bar staff tried their best, but I felt sorry for them having to tell us there was very little of anything available. Hopefully this improves moving forward as it has soo much potential

As a local to the area, I have been going to the Canal Tavern for years and I am sorry to say that just recently things have not been great. Very often we have gone in and they have been out of wine, beer and even orange juice the other day. They were out of any draft lager last Friday night - what kind of pub is out of lager on a Friday!

An ok visit let down by literally inedible cheesey chips! They arrived very quickly - much too quickly to be freshly cooked and we suspected they had been sprinkled with cheese and microwaved. It was like eating cardboard.

Very unwelcoming… I felt as if I shouldn’t have ordered a drink!! Very surly bar staff.. abrupt and rude.. I’ve been coming here for 15 years when it’s open, no wonder it’s not always open!!

We chose this place as it was a short walk outside of the busy town of Bradford on Avon. The food was good and the service also good. Woulod definitely go again if in Bradford on Avon.

I have seen this pub go through several new owners and I can honestly say the current owners and staff.. In particular Ollie, are doing a great job. The pub looks great and Ollie was the best bar man, he's a keeper. I hope the pub works out for the new owners xx

I was pleasantly surprised to have such a lovely meal after reading some of the reviews on here. After a soggy day on the canal we wanted a hot meal & a sit down. The canal tavern was the closet open pub serving food. The menu wasn’t huge but there was something on there for all of us & when the girl brought it over we were all pleased with our choices. It was freshly cooked & really tasty. Couldn’t fault it. The girl who was multitasking as a barmaid & waitress was run off her feet but did it all with a smile on face. She was a credit to the establishment. I was almost put off going by some of the previous reviews on here but am so glad we did.

Amzing spot bybthe canal ,I have been 3 or 4 times since it reopened ,each time its pretty much the same , uninterested staff if any staff at all, poor service ,average food . Watched 2 families leave and go to lock inn as we waited . Surely it can't be this hard to run a small pub. Must try harder guys ,it should be 1 star but I want them to get better.

This pub is in a great spot, but just seems to limp from one manager to the next. No wine list, so asked for large white wine assuming a house wine- 250ml 12.90?? So £38.70 a bottle Queried this with the man at the bar and yes it's correct and wasn't particularly nice. Apparently I should have been offered a choice when I asked for a wine list. We won't return. Sounds like the stags and hens love it though 😂 You might have the beautiful canal but Dick and Jane brought people to this area, you can't ride off them anymore because they're old place has been ruined too within 2 years

We had a lovely lunch here as a party of four. Despite also trying to juggle the demands of a hen party, staff were really attentive, friendly and quick. The barman (Isaac?) was really lovely when taking the food order for my friend, who for various health reasons can’t eat this or that. We felt well looked after and really enjoyed our lunch here. We would certainly come again.

Came here as part of a bank holiday pubcrawl with a group of mates. Was really busy with staff obviously rushed off their feet, but despite us having probably been a bit of a handful as a group (we‘d had a few by then!!), the guy who served us was really funny and never lost his sense of humour with us (even though a few of our lot didn’t know what they wanted, then changed their minds etc). We had a really good time here. More down to earth than some places in Bradford on Avon.

Stopped here for a pint early evening absolutely great place, buzzing, friendly & great beer. If you find yourself in Bradford on Avon then pay them a visit you won't be disappointed. Highly recommend Thank you Harry

This place is fantastically placed adjacent the canal, it has so much opportunity to be fantastic. Unfortunately the staff are so disinterested that the setting is wasted. There was one barman who I believe was called Isaac, dear god that guy could not care less about customer service. His attitude was shocking, not just to me but the next 3 people in the queue. They stopped taking food orders at 1pm because the kitchen was overwhelmed. When the customer asked “can’t I just be given a waiting time?” Isaac responded “if you want to wait hours then yeah” with a stupid grin on his face. Another customer asked what Lager they had. Isaac said Amstel or Madri, when the customer asked what Madri is he responded “just a lager” Wow Thankfully when the food came out it was ok, not good, but ok. Perhaps our expectations were lowered so much that we were happy to at least get what we ordered. There is some serious customer service training required.

Absolutely fantastic breakfast staff superb will def put it on the list for another visit 10/10 😁😁😁😁

As regular patrons of the Canal Tavern in the past, until it shut suddenly last year, we were delighted to see that it was open again when we drove past it on our way into Bradford-on-Avon recently, so after finishing our business in town we went there for lunch. What a disappointment! The 'service' was so laid-back and lasse-faire as to be almost non-existent. The barman seemed to be in a permanent daze and incapable of any sort of interaction with his customers. The food was put on the table by someone who barely said a word and then walked away, leaving us to realise after a while that they were NOT coming back with any cutlery or condiments, so I had to go to the bar and w-a-i-t for the barman to serve me in order to get any. The food was OK-ish, but nothing to write home about. Then we discovered that they do NOT do any proper desserts - all that was on offer was a very unappetising looking cake. Seriously - is that the best the 'new management' can do? So we paid up, left unfulfilled, and walked along to The Barge Inn to finish our lunch there! It's going to have to improve a lot to tempt us back, but no wonder it seemed so quiet at what used to be a busy time.

This place is under new management so not a great start. We spent 15 minutes trying to get served while the barman had a ciggie in full view of the bar he then collected all the glasses outside. He actually avoided looking at the bar and assumed we had left when we swapped sides it is only when he turned collecting glasses he decided to do anything. Two other people came and left while we waited. I can see why there weren't many people in.

Nice place with equally nice location. Given the location you expect the place to be busy. Even so the staff were great and the food and drink equally so.

What a pleasant relief to find somewhere that serves 'proper food', as opposed to chips with everything! I had steak and ale pie, topped with mash and cheese, served with vegetables. The pie was filled with chunks of succulent steak and rich gravy. The vegetables were carrots, spring cabbage and broccoli, all cooked to perfection. If you like traditional 'pub grub', you will enjoy this, home cooked food, at its best. Well worth the short walk from the town centre, if you like traditional food.

Very disappointing with food, paella was bland watery as if it had been microwaved not freshly cooked. My partner had sea bass served with only 1 fillet not two it was like they had run out and found a fillet to get the meal out...

We stumbled across this place on our way back from a visit to Bath and Warminster on a weekend away and what a gem! The canal side village was stunning and great to watch all the narrow boats going through the locks. We decided to...

One of the most welcoming pubs in the town, always good for a quick drink. The staff are friendly, the prices are reasonable and it's a nice place to have a sit and chat with friends.

Sat in garden very busy yet ordering of food was at 5pm where everyone was going to order at similar time, sunny day but I’m not wanting to sit outside with so many full ash trays everywhere

It was a nice day, so I met up with a friend at the Town Bridge, we did some shopping, wandered along to the Tithe Barn, then into the Canal Tavern for lunch. Only wanted a light snack, so had some toasted paninis. My friend...

Decided to go to the Canal Tavern breakfast as we had been there before and it was delicious. We have also eaten evening meals which were lovely. However, today we were not so impressed. First of all why could I not have poached eggs with...

Food was cold, waited an hour for food and the waitress called people ordering food di*k heads! Not impressed

Despite being what might be called a 'foodie', my yardstick for a Sunday roast is that it should be so generous that you have to loosen your trousers, taste of home, and have lashings of gravy. I had roast beef last week at the Canal...

Despite all the challenges pubs are facing with covid restrictions, lack of staff etc this pub did an excellent job of providing our family a Sunday lunch. We were a large booking of 17people and 2 dogs and everything ran very smoothly. The food was...

After another pub in town told us they'd cleaned the coffee machine and we therefore no longer serving hot drinks, we ended up at the Canal Tavern, which tuned out to be a better choice and a good cup of coffee in a nice environment...

We popped into the Canal Tavern on a busy Sunday without a reservation with our 18 month old and they were very accommodating, decent Sunday lunch and the staff were brilliant. I would recommend for an easy Sunday lunch if you are in the area.

We had Sunday lunch here today. Three beef, one three meat and fish and chips. Good service and we enjoyed our meals which were very tasty. There was plenty of beef, too much for me in fact and I personally thought the beef was too...

Had a fab meal here whilst on holiday in BOA. We had a steak and lamp rump and both were excellent. Good choice of what I would describe as superior pub grub if you know what I mean. Had extra delicious home made sticky toffee...

Had food and drinks here on a Saturday evening for my husband’s birthday. Staff were all friendly, service was quick and the food was delicious. Great location and we enjoyed sitting in the outdoor area. Recommended to anyone looking for a drink or meal in...

What a glorious find, beautifully decorated, wonderful atmosphere, fantastic staff. We are a family of five with 3 small children… after booking a table for 1.30 we were stuck with these three small children being absolutely starving, so we arrived an hour early, they happily...

My husband decided to book us in for a meal on my birthday yesterday as they had a Knickerbocker Glory on the menu. It was always my birthday treat growing up and not seen on menus too often these days. We had a lovely meal,...

Popped in on our way along the canal walk. Chose the Canal Tavern due to positive reviews and we were not disappointed. The biggest problem was locating the correct entrance...but the staff were really friendly and helpful. My food was tasty, I had the chicken...

Inside the pub looks like a cafeteria with plastic cutlery holders all over the place! The food was very disappointing, fish & chips are around £14 and looked like a child’s portion! The ciabatta cost £9.45 and is also very disappointing and not worth the...

Sadly after being recommended to visit the Tavern, the food wasn’t too impressive. We only had lunch, the panini’ was we’re not toasted & the sausage & onion filling was cold. Likewise the jacket potato was wizen, cold & very unappetising. Disappointed ☹️ ☹️

A great establishment. Good food, friendly staff and a beautiful setting. I will definitely visit again when I'm back in Bradford on Avon

Really loved the atmosphere and service here. The food is delicious and staff were outstanding !! Thank you for a really memorable and lovely experience , will definitely be back!! 💜

My friends and I visited the canal Tavern on Saturday evening as this place is definitely one of my favourites alongside one of their other pub/Restaurants ^The George Bronham" We were greeted the minute we walked in the atmosphere was buzzing and the food absolutely...

Having eaten at the Canal Tavern a few times before, we decided to meet friends on Saturday evening for food and drinks. The table was booked for 7.30pm and we were aware they stopped serving food at 8pm, at 7.45pm, we went to the bar...

Disappointing! We booked the canal Tavern for a family meal for 7 people at 12.30pm on the 12 July to celebrate my daughters exam results. My review is constructive criticism. When we arrived the table was only set for 6 people this was quickly sorted....

What made this place was the staff. Very helpful manager who clearly knows how to manage a team and take care of customers.

I came here with my husband for a quick bite to eat and ended up staying all evening because we were having such a lovely time. The food was great and priced well and the staff were extremely accommodating to my dietary needs. Our server...

I visited the fabulous canal tavern, well what can I say!! The food was Amazing, very tasty!, well presented! And very filling. The staff were very friendly, very accommodating and so happy. I will definitely be visiting this lively place again , I highly recommend...

We enjoyed our superb lunch at The Canal Tavern. The staff worked together to provide quick efficient friendly service and our meal and drinks arrived quickly and exactly as we requested. The pub was busy, guests were made welcome and all praise must go to...

Absolutely the best fish and chips ever, we have traveled far and wide. We consider our selves foodies and were presently surprised.

If you are looking for somewhere for great ale, gorgeous food and helpful friendly staff. Then this is the place to visit. You can choose to sit in the well protected garden watching the boats as they traverse the Bradford on Avon lock. We had...

Wow! What a find this was…. After a lovely stroll around the beautiful Branford on Avon we came across this place with a fabulous little courtyard, perfect for an afternoon drink. What a lovely place to enjoy a gin (or 2) while catching up with...

Went there on the Tuesday early evening after Whit Monday, me, my husband, daughter and two granddaughters just for a quick drink. We had spent the day having a picnic in the park not far from the pub. We had five drinks, the beer and...

After being on the Kennett and Avon canal all morning it was a blessing to find a mooring near the Canal Tavern. On the off chance we asked for a table for two plus our dog. The manager was very polite and helpful, offering us...

We visited the Canal Tavern yesterday evening, although it was a late decision to eat out they were very accommodating and managed to fit us in. The meal was excellent as usual. For starters two had my wifes favourite Prawn cocktail, I had the black...

Such a great pub! The food was great, and the staff are so friendly. It’s ideal for the family and in a beautiful location. 10/10

Everything was perfect. The waiters very friendly and the food was delicious. We ordered 2 sides and 2 mains (for 2 people) and it was the perfect amount. Very Christmasy and friendly atmosphere. Very recommended!

We ate there post second lockdown and the team were smiling, friendly and generally just a pleasure considering all they have to put up with during Covid. The food was lovely and the atmosphere warm and welcoming too.. but honestly for us it was the...

Had such a nice night here. Wasn't too busy, got a great table and had really excellent and personable service from Dan and Rich. Both really friendly and funny. Food was superb, big pub burgers, good cheeseboard and a nice bottle of wine all reasonably priced and right on the water. Thanks for a great night.

Had a lovely walk in the area and decided to stay in the locality for lunch. Very friendly staff, easy to follow Covid procedures in place, reasonably priced food with plenty of choices and our meals were delicious. I had the steak pie topped with...

Yet again a most wonderful sunday roast at this lovely canal side pub...the roast was amazing with plenty of veg and the most wonderful cauli cheese(no extra cost!!) We have had numerous sunday lunches around town and this is our go to place especially when...

We have just been here for my daughter's 12th birthday. We sat outside in one of the covered shelters. The staff made us really welcome, the food was delicious and everything was set up really safely and sensibly in terms of covid guidance. Thank you...

Stopped in here for a quick drink early evening. COVID safe, one way system with plenty of social distance in the beer garden. Good selection of local drinks, friendly staff. Didn't eat here on this occasion but menu looked good and the food looked and...

Friendly bunch behind the bar, no question. But shocking lack of Covid awareness: no name/details taken, tables left dirty, staff not wearing masks or visors, token effort for social distancing. Bar screens and floor stickers - that’s it. If you can’t be bothered to do...

Popped in at 11:55 bank holiday Monday for a coffee and rest up! We had walked to Avoncliff and back and needed refreshments. Bar man very welcoming. Bar area busy with families eating roast lunches that looked amazing. We found a covered seating area outside...

Had a great breakfast on Friday 28.8.20 for 6 of us. The service was great and the food was plenty and everyone in our group was really impressed.

Stumbled upon this bar and restaurant to avoid a rain shower and so glad that we found it. We popped in for lunch and the food and staff were so good that we came back for our evening meal. The 3 guys that were working...

First time to canal tavern, staff were really friendly and the restaurant and pub area was clean and wiped over when people left. I would visit again. Great place.

Wow just wow!!! Sunday lunch was amazing!! Lovely choice of meats amazing roasties and cauli cheese included!! enjoyed the lovely meal(generous portions) everything good,staff very helpful and attentive, then sat outside for after lunch drinks in the beautiful garden...definitely recommend and for quality of food excellent value for BOA...going back soon...Lush!!!! Thanks canal tavern you were amazing!!!

Planned on going to the Lock Inn but they didn’t have much choice for breakfast. Looked at the Canal Taverns menu and was spoiled for choice so decided to go here for the first time. Food, service and atmosphere was excellent. Would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone and everyone. Special mention to Richard which served us, lovely chap and made us feel very welcomed. Ps. Poached eggs were amazing and cooked to perfection. If you’re worried about the current situation, the Canal Tavern have a great one way system with hand sanitizer as you walk through and social distancing being respected.

Visited here on the 17th July and my friend and I both had the hotdogs and would highly recommend them. I had the Chill Dog and she had the New Yorker and neither disappointed. Staff were friendly and one way system clearly marked out.

My wife and I revisited the Canal Tavern on the 11th July after the easing of lockdown.The one way system is well managed, sanitizer units in place. The food as always was excellently prepared.I had the chilli squid starter followed by the enormous mixed grill. The steak and very large lamb chop was cooked to perfection. My wife had the black pudding scotch egg with bacon jam which she said was brilliant. Main course was the gammon steak, again excellently prepared and served.Well done to all of the staff for being so helpful and friendly whilst working in these difficult times. A great venue for either family or friends meetings for a very enjoyable meal in a safe clean and friendly atmosphere.Dr. L. S. Reeves

Called in when on the way back to our short break accommodation after a short stroll, the very welcoming & inexpensive Barge Inn, because I fancied a pint of Wadworth's 6X (not one of the beers on tap at The Barge). Both me & my wife decided upon having the same, my wife just a half, and clutching a £10 I said to the barman "take on for yourself", expecting him to do what bar staff do around where we live & take just 20p to put in the tips jar behind the bar. I was more than somewhat surprised to find that the cost of a pint & a half of Wadworth's 6X plus tip came to 14p over £10. Avoid this place & find somewhere less expensive in Bradford on Avon.

I came in last Sunday at around 14:00 with my partner and Nan. I was so amazed at the service I got straight away. The place is beautiful as well. I rarely feel the need to moan neither rave about something. But I knew I must write this for this place and so I created my first trip advisor account to do it. Note to anyone who reads this. It was by far the finest roast dinner Iv ever eaten and all of us agreed! Add in the decor and the superb staff and it was just perfect. Thank you

Good service- friendly and attentive waitress. Good location Good lunch food, nice thick fresh bread with nice side salad.

Having been to the Tavern on a few occasions and enjoyed the food, I was very disappointed on my last visit, in fact it was nothing short of dreadful. Myself and my partner went in around 630pm for dinner there were one two other couples maximum and no one else eating. My partner ordered the Chicken Kiev and I had the home made curry. When both meals arrived my partner started to eat her chicken kiev after a few mouthfuls she said it didn't taste right. On cutting through the middle of it the chicken was completely Raw inside I asked the young man there to take a look, he took it away to the kitchen and we were asked to pick a different meal. I was expected to eat mine. So we both had dinner at separate times On paying the bill they discounted my partners meal. However a few drinks and eating at separate times the bill was over £40.00. We wrote an email of complaint to the management about the whole experience a week later we received a reply saying they were sorry we didn't enjoy our meal..... That was it. I'm no chef but to put out a nearly raw chicken and the hazards to health that brings up is nothing short of disgraceful.

Excellent lunch, food well presented and well cooked. Good portions and excellent service. Meat so tender and accompanied by choice of sauces. Good dessert menu.

We weren't particularly impressed with one of your male bartenders on Sunday. After travelling, we decided to stop off in Bradford upon Avon for Sunday lunch. The pub was busy but there were several tables free, and the male bartender said that we could come back in 30-45mins and a table would be ready. I asked him whether he needed to take our name, and he said no. Prior to being served, another couple had asked the same question and he asked for their name and wrote it down.We returned just before 45mins later and were told by the same bartender that were still no tables available and he had no idea when a table would be ready. He did a shrug and had a bit of attitude, and he wasn't apologetic either. We felt disappointed as there were tables free and saw the couple that had their name taken before us sitting at a table.Never mind though - the pub round the corner called The Barge Inn accommodated us and we had a wonderful meal with super-friendly staff, so we were glad that we didn't eat at the Canal Tavern after all.

Visited at lunch time on New Year's eve. Ordered steak and ale pie + steak and stilton pie. Taking the pastry lid off, both pies contained what looked to be a ladle of sloppy beef stew, comprising mainly gravy and carrot with very little steak, the only difference between the two being a small lump of stilton melted into the "steak and stilton" pie. The accompanying mash and peas were equally unappetizing.Very small meal, very high price, very low standard. Won't be going back.

I often visit this pub for a drink after dog walking along the canal or lunch/supper with family and friends. The outside garden space has a pretty covered area which is great in summer and winter. The food is exceptionally good for an unassuming local. The menu is traditional pub food but everything is cooked perfectly. They must have an conscientious chef who deserves to be congratulated. My favourite is the cheese soufflé which has a cult following in Bradford on Avon! We tried the burger and Sunday roast today and were not disappointed. Great chips and perfect vegetables. The staff need a special mention as they are just so lovely. Try the Tilia Argentina Malbec £22. It’s a chocolatey rich red wine that’s perfect on a chilly day. I just wish they’d lower bright light levels to make the place a little cosier!

We visited today at lunchtime as my wife had heard tremendous comments on the cheese souffle prepared by Mark the chef. She was not disappointed it was very light and melt in the mouth delecious it was accompanied by a beetroot and walnut rocket salad freshly made and excellent. I chose the bacon brie and cranberry panini with fries and salad. Thoroughly enjoyed and both meals we would really recommend. The waiter and bar staff were friendly and polite as always. Look forward to our next visit.

this have never been a great pub but hoped for the best when it was taken over but its just another overpriced garbage pub charging high prices for below par food and drink

Great food, great service and a wonderful experience. Very family friendly. A wonderful family lunch after remembrance service.

Firstly, a very warm welcome from the two guys behind the bar (sorry I didn't get your names). A cosy atmosphere, warm, comfy seats etc. Table service in the bar area where the dogs were allowed was attentive without being intrusive. We had steaks (rump and sirloin) and both were truly excellent. They were cooked as requested and just fell apart. We came away just thinking that we had had a nice meal and evening out. Perhaps a little more expensive than other nearby hostelries (which we also tried) but as far as we were concerned - we got what we paid for so I'm not deducting a star for that!

Came for lunch with my better half and honestly couldnt have told staff enough how amazing the customer service was and the food was to die for. As a chef i even brought the chef a pint which made his day. Would completely recommend this place for anyone. Also hats off to Marc and Will for the warm welcome and excellent service will definitely go back if in the area

Stopped for supper on a Friday night after mooring our weekend canal boat up nearby.

Called in early on a Saturday afternoon, and were met by friendly staff who offered us a choice of tables, this is because during quieter periods the staff are able to offer customers table service meaning after being seated we had the opportunity to order drinks and review the comprehensive menu. (During busy periods customers order at the bar.)

Went there today with my wife daughter and grand daughter for breakfast and have to say it was delicious.

This is my husband and I's second visit to this lovely pub for Sunday lunch. Both times we have had the mixed roast. Food was brought out really quickly and was well presented. The vegetables were great and I always love cauliflower cheese with a roast . The food was delicious and plenty of it. Highly recommended for a nice relaxed Sunday lunch inside and outside. Dog friendly as well.

All nine of us had great food with variations from the menu. The staff were very informative, great customer service. Thank you 😊

Been here before as part of a group of friends.

Went here for dinner with three family members. The butchers block and ploughman’s were very overpriced for what you got. It was all tasty but just minimal and was worth about £7 rather than the £12 charged. The pudding was the most disappointing, the apple pie was a tiny slice for £6.25 and was all soggy pastry and covered in cinnamon (the menu didn’t state this). Clearly it had been microwaved and wasn’t fresh.

The food is averagely priced and of average quality. The drinks however are very overpriced. Take a 20 metre walk to the Lock inn and save £1.40 per pint.

We only stopped for drinks, but much improved interior and beer garden, food looked great, very attentive staff, good selection of drinks

Attentive service in nice atmosphere. My order of Wiltshire Ham egg and Chips was fine althougth I was not expecting the very thin slices of ham unlke other pub restaurants around B o A which do serve decently thick carved slices.

Visited the Canal Tavern with friends twice recently; once for a 'Sunday lunch' and on the other occasion for an 'everyday' lunch. On both occasions the food was very good and enjoyed by all. The staff members were all very friendly and efficient. Recommended.

Bradford-on-Avon is the prettiest of the towns in West Wiltshre. The Canal Tavern is situated in the most attractive area of the town, immediately adjacent to the canal with super walks and close to the Tithe Barn and The Granary, the beautiful parkland and the Arts & Crafts shops within the area.