The name Fidlers Ferry dates back to 1160, when the manor of Penketh was in the hands of a man called fidler. The right to have ferry to cross the River Mersey was one of his manorial appurtenances, the ferryman's house supplied refreshments to travellers at that time and became an inn in 1762, now being one of warrington's oldest pubs. Nestling on it's own island between the River Mersey and the St Helen's canal it is in a unique position situated on the trans Penine Trail attracting hikers, ramblers, cyclists and horse riders as they make there way along the trail.

A charming old world inn, The Ferry is light and airy in the summer, warm and welcoming in the winter, there is a large beer garden for summer drinkers and a roaring log fire for winter drinkers.

Painting of the pub

 The Fiddlers Ferry Station

The Ferry Tavern in 1901

The Ferry Tavern in the 18th century

Our unique location, with the St Helen's canal to the rear and The River Mersey to the front