Waterside dining
From elegant riverside restaurants and charming harbour hideaways to coastal retreats and tranquil lakeside terraces, these hand-picked venues make the most of their stunning waterfront settings.
Whether you're watching boats drift by, enjoying sea views at sunset, or dining beside a peaceful shoreline, each restaurant combines exceptional food with a truly memorable backdrop.
The Stag on the River
Eashing
Features a large garden and patio area running right along the riverbank, serving fresh seasonal British menus and local cask ales away from busy thoroughfares.
Crab House Café
Wyke Regis
Laid-back atmosphere and outdoor dining right by the water, offering oysters harvested from their own beds in front of the restaurant and fish landed straight from local fishing boats.
The Coastguard
Dover
Britain’s nearest pub to France, serving fresh local seafood, Kentish ales, and spectacular English Channel views from historic St Margaret’s Bay.



