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Lancashire’s Legendary Highwayman Rides Again

After a winter and over £1 million spent entirely refurbishing this landmark pub, The Highwayman at Nether Burrow has now re-opened its doors...as a Ribble Valley Inn (RVI). After the amazing success of The Three Fishes at Mitton, RVI plans to repeat the formula at this beautiful location, nestling in the top corner of Lancashire and only a stone's throw from the borders with Yorkshire and Cumbria.

With The Three Fishes scooping most of the industry's top awards within two years of opening, it's a tough act to follow. But Nigel Haworth, Craig Bancroft and Andy Morris are confident that The Highwayman will offer an experience that's unique in this part of the world.

First, they've lined up a truly impressive list of local farmers, suppliers and producers to provide the chefs at The Highwayman with an embarrassment of local riches. The emphasis is on freshness, quality and regionality. Then it's over to Nigel and his team to create a menu bursting with seasonality, originality and authenticity. Nigel's international reputation is built on taking the traditional dishes of the North West and giving them an inspired and contemporary twist. The result has won him a Michelin Star at Northcote Manor...and an ever growing band of supporters.

"What we create is food with roots", says Nigel. "This region boasts some of the best artisan food producers in the world, plus a fine tradition of classic dishes. We simply bring them together with the freshest ingredients and a menu designed to offer a new and delicious twist to our local favourites."

Craig Bancroft has added his skills to the mix by choosing an impressive line of Thwaites ales, and creating a wine list that would grace many of England's finest establishments...but without the price tag to match. And Andy Morris has assembled a team of chefs and front of house staff who, from day one, will be out to match the groundbreaking performance of The Three Fishes by harvesting a collection of their own awards.

As for what's on the menu, well, it's extensive. So it is worth allowing extra time to decide on the treats in store. Will it be Peter Gott's Potted Wild Boar, warm Flookborough Shrimps, Yorkshire Pudding with melting Leagram's Sheep's' Milk Cheese, Farmer Sharp's Herdwick Mutton Pudding or slow cooked Goosnargh Duckling?

Spoilt for choice is an understatement. But one thing is certain. The pub oozes charm. The service is relaxed, warm and friendly. And the food is little short of...sensational. The Highwayman delivers it all...and delivers it beautifully.