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The Cartford




The Cartford restaurant reviews




Average rating: 4.5
We came here for a birthday lunch. 2x afternoon teas and 3x orders from the normal menu. The food was amazing. The service was excellent. The place is so clean. Very quirky decor. The staff were fantastic with my children. We loved it. I would highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Amazing shop and art gallery on site too 😍




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The Cartford guide awards history
| Date | Guide | Old Award | New Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 2026 | Michelin Guide | Added to Guide | ![]() |
| July 2026 | Michelin Guide | ![]() |
Not Listed |
| April 2018 | AA Guide | ![]() |
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| September 2016 | AA Guide | Added to Guide | ![]() |
The Cartford FAQs
No, The Cartford is listed in the Michelin Guide but currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing, which was awarded in August 2026.
The Cartford currently holds 2 AA Rosettes, which were awarded in April 2018. Before the AA Guide update of April 2018, The Cartford held 1 AA Rosette.
The Cartford Hotel, Cartford Lane, Little Eccleston, Preston, PR3 0YP.
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Our most recent description of the cuisine type served at The Cartford is Traditional Cuisine.
Yes, we believe The Cartford (or the associated hotel/parent venue) serves afternoon tea. Please note that afternoon tea may not be provided by the same restaurant team and may be served in a different dining area within The Cartford Hotel. Please visit the restaurant website to learn more.
Our last recorded head chef at The Cartford is Chris Bury.