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Pyewipe

About us

Pictured above (left to right) – Ellie, Robert, Sara, Zara and Akela Pickles

The Pyewipe is a family run business opened in 1998 by Robert and Sara Pickles. Situated only a 20 to 30 minute walk away from Lincoln city centre, a leisurely stroll along Britain’s oldest man made waterway which is has surely become a hidden gem in Lincolnshire.

Popular as a ramblers’ favourite watering hole, narrowboat mooring point or restaurant for the discerning diner, The Pyewipe is all things to all folk. The perfect setting for a casual lunch with the family and friends or an outside drink! The addition of the Lodge in 2001 and the Big Hat Tipis in 2016 allows us to be an idyllic location for weddings, corporate events or business conferences. Please feel free to peruse our website, however only a visit can truly bring our legendary location, cuisine and hospitality to life.

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Chris Smith

General Manager
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John Hall

Assistant Manager

Our Spaces

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Private hiring and Tipi Weddings

Whether a small gathering, a large party or your big day, celebrate with us in our unique settings or in our big hat tipis.

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Bar, Restaurant and Terrace

The Pyewipe allows for different atmospheres throughout the pub; the bar, the clock room, the restaurant and our outdoor terrace.

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The Lodge

Complementing the Inn and adjacent to its mature trees, is the 21 room lodge, offering very roomy en-suite accommodation, with the personal touch of individually decorated rooms, some with views of Lincoln’s grand Cathedral.
(While we love our furry friends, we do not allow dogs in our lodge.)

Book a Table

Reservations will be made for our Restaurant only.
Please Note No Dogs are allowed in our Restaurant
Our Outside areas are not bookable and are on a walk-in first come first served basis.

Book a Room

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  • Monday
    12:00pm – 21:00pm
  • TUESDAY
    12:00pm –21:00pm
  • WEDNESDAY
    12:00pm – 21:00pm
  • THURSDAY
    12:00pm – 21:00pm
  • FRIDAY
    12:00pm – 21:00pm
  • SATURDAY
    12:00pm – 21:00pm
  • SUNDAY
    12:00pm – 21:00pm

We are a nut-free kitchen, and for everyone’s safety, we do not allow any external food to be consumed on the premises. However, if you’re celebrating something special, please let us know—we’d love to help make your occasion memorable.

Private hiring and Tipi Weddings

Whether a small gathering, a large party or your big day, celebrate with us in our unique settings or in our big hat tipis. Today with its canal side setting, acres of mature trees, Big Hat Tipis, 21 en-suite rooms including a four poster bridal suite, and ample free car parking, it makes the ideal setting for your event. Not to mention you have the option to arrive in style on a boat if you so desire; an ideal stage to create memories that will last forever.

Corporate hospitality and conference facilities are available upon request. Our reception facilities can cater for most sized conferences and meetings. We are pleased to offer a day delegate package or individual room hire, full internet access, fabulous catering facilities the use of the 22 room lodge and space for 100 cars. Our Event Manager will work with you to ensure your event is a success. We aim to understand your needs and tailor our services to meet them. And as the Pyewipe can be hired on an exclusive basis – privacy and discretion are assured.

To make the most of your wedding with us why not book an appointment with one of our advisors to discuss your details of the day. With offering the Tipis and Catering all in one package you can have that special day within a budget making your dream wedding a reality without the usual exaggerated costs associated with outside catering and all food is cooked in house by our classically trained chefs.

For the Wedding Breakfast our Big Hats caters for up to 100 and 150 in the evening for a Hog Roast and disco. Our resident DJ has music to suit every taste.

Bar, Restaurant and Terrace

The Pyewipe allows for different atmospheres throughout the pub; the bar, the clock room, the restaurant and our outdoor terrace. Please note that the restaurant is our only bookable area, the other rooms are on a first come first serve basis. We serve food from 11am through to 9pm.

Guests can enjoy drinks and snacks through to our full locally sourced A La Carte menu whilst sipping on bespoke cocktails provided by our bar team.

The Lodge

Complementing the Inn and adjacent to its mature trees, is the 21 room lodge, offering very roomy en-suite accommodation, with the personal touch of individually decorated rooms, some with views of Lincoln’s grand Cathedral. The lodge boasts: 7 twin size rooms, 13 doubles, a disabled room (double) and a bridal suite all with a choice of shower or bath, allowing for excellent and convenient accommodation for yourselves or your guests, only a stones throw from the Pyewipe itself. The rooms are all clean and spacious, with full central heating, modern and comfortable. Our bridal suite features an elegant four post bed complete with en-suite bathroom for any newly-weds or couple hoping for a romantic getaway.