OUR STORY

Game Cock information

We have run our delightful village pub in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales for the past 18 years. With Eric our traditionally trained French head chef leading our kitchen and Maree, a Yorkshire lass previously trained in front of house. We have devoted ourselves to nurturing our acclaimed pub and B&B whilst raising our young family. Experience the warmth of Yorkshire hospitality and French cuisine.

Important Notice!

Due to an unexpected emergency hospital admission for one of our kitchen team, things are going to be a little different at The Game Cock for the time being.

We’ll still be here to welcome you, but while our kitchen team pulls together, we’ll be running a slightly reduced menu, which you can see here on our website.

Unfortunately, this also means that our usual Thursday Steak Night won’t be available for the time being.

We’re incredibly grateful to our team for pulling together at such short notice, and to all of you for your patience, understanding and continued support.

We look forward to seeing you soon.

Maree & The Game Cock Team


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Opening Hours

*closing hours may vary depending on demand.

  • Monday & Tuesday: Closed all day

  • Wednesday: 8am – 9pm

  • Thursday: 8am – 9pm

  • Friday – Saturday: 8am – 9:30pm

  • Sunday: 8am – 5:30pm

Bakery

Takeaway Austwick

  • Monday & Tuesday: Closed all day

  • Wednesday – Friday: 12pm – 3pm, 5pm – 8pm

  • Saturday: 12-8pm

  • Sunday: 12pm – 4pm

Restaurant


  • Monday & Tuesday: Closed all day

  • Wednesday: 12pm – 9:30pm

  • Thursday: 12pm – 9:30pm

  • Friday – Saturday: 12pm – 10pm

  • Sunday: 12pm – 6pm

Takeaway Settle

Bar

Drinks

OUR LOCATION

ADDRESS

Game Cock, The Green, Austwick, Lancaster LA2 8BB

 

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FAQ’S

  • Please see about us page.

  • While we do accept walk-ins, we highly recommend making a reservation in advance, especially during peak season when we tend to be quite busy.

  • Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the bar area, and we also permit dogs in three out of the four bedrooms for an additional charge.

    We allow dogs in the holiday cottage for an extra fee. 

  • We strive to accommodate all dietary needs with vegan, dairy-free, and vegetarian options on our menu. Additionally, we offer a menu of dishes without gluten. If you have other allergies, please notify us in advance so we can prepare accordingly.

  • No dress code.

  • Complimentary parking is available on the pub's forecourt. Please park your vehicle facing the building to make room for other cars. Additional free parking is also available throughout the village; please park considerately.

  • Our bar offers a selection of Daniel Thwaites bitters, lagers, wines, spirits, soft drinks, and occasional cocktails.

  • We host private events, including birthdays, wakes, and buffets. Please speak to a staff member for more information.

  • There are no age restrictions, but please note that our bedrooms do not have disabled access.

  • For bed and breakfast reservations, cancellations must be made at least 14 days prior to the booking date. Table reservations should be cancelled promptly. Tables that have paid a deposit must provide 48 hours' notice. Larger bookings may be required to give one week's notice to receive a full refund of the deposit. Specific arrangements will be made with the guest at the time of booking or payment.


  • Well-supervised children who are behaving appropriately are welcome in the bar, restaurant, and beer garden when accompanied by an adult over 18 years old.


  • Complimentary full English breakfast is provided for guests staying in the B&B, while guests in the holiday cottage can enjoy breakfast at The Game Cock for an additional fee but will need to book before hand. 

  • Each room is equipped with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, sugar sticks, a kettle, TV, towels, bedding, shampoo/body wash, hand soap, hairdryer, and a small fridge stocked with fresh milk, cans of pop, bottles of water, and small chocolate treats. A small convenience store is located in the village.


  • We provide coffee, tea, sugar, rice, butter portions, eggs, towels, bedding, shampoo/body wash, hand soap, hairdryers, fresh milk, cans of pop, bottles of water, travel cot, washer, dryer, iron, ironing board, indoor bike racks, TV, and wood for the fire during the winter months.


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  • There is no curfew in place. Each guest is provided with a key for access to bedrooms at any time. However, we kindly request that noise levels be kept to a minimum after 11pm.

    All guests staying in the holiday cottage should be mindful that noise levels must be kept low after 11pm.


  • Austwick offers numerous footpaths and cycling routes in the surrounding area. The Three Peaks are a popular destination for visitors each year, and the Settle to Carlisle railway is just a short 5-minute drive away. Additionally, the Lakes are easily accessible by car, only 50 minutes away. With its convenient location, Austwick is an ideal base for dog walking, family entertainment, sightseeing, and outdoor activities.

  • Check in is from 3pm

    Check out is no later then 10am.

  • We have disabled access up a small step and through our bakery double doors which lead straight into the main dining room.

    Unfortunately the toilets are not accessible to wheelchair users as they are up a full flight of stairs. However for our guests that have low mobility, they may be able to walk around the back of the building and up a couple of steps into the toilet.

    For those unable to walk, there are some public disabled toilets just two minutes down the road, which is not ideal but is an option. The lack of accessibility is due to us being a grade 2 listed building.

  • We strive to cater to all dietary needs. Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions to help us prepare alternative meal options for you.

  • We have an evening with the local Folk Players group ‘Batty Moss’ on the first Thursday of every month.

  • Our stunning spacious beer garden includes seating, a terrace, and covered pods with heaters at the back of the building. Additionally, we have some seating available on the front forecourt of the property.


  • In our main dining room, we can accommodate up to 24 guests, and in our smaller dining area, up to 12 guests. For bookings exceeding 24 people, the second dining room can be utilized, and we will consult with the guest to determine the most suitable arrangement. A £5 deposit per person is required for parties of more than 5 guests, payable at the time of booking.

  • Frequent patrons at the bar receive a loyalty card, where they can purchase 9 drinks of a selected kind agreed upon by the bar staff and customer at the time, and receive the 10th drink for free.

  • Our bed and breakfast can accommodate up to 12 guests, while our holiday cottage can sleep 6 guests and a cot, and can be booked in conjunction with the B&B. For larger groups or parties, our main dining room can seat up to 24 guests and 12 in the smaller dining area. If booking for more than 24 guests, the use of the second dining room will be considered in consultation with the guest to determine the best setup. A £5 deposit per person is required for parties exceeding 5 guests, due at the time of booking.

  • To avoid any disappointment, we encourage booking as early as possible. Our calendar is typically accessible up to 6 months in advance.

  • We do not provide shuttle services, but we can provide contact information for local taxi services. Additionally, there is a bus that runs to the village and a train station in the nearby village of Clapham. Guests who are walking or cycling from one location to another can arrange for bag transportation through certain companies in the area, which should be coordinated directly with the company.