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Guy’s Thatched Hamlet Closes After 46 Years

The family-run Bilsborrow landmark enters a transition period with no timetable or future plans announced.

Overview

  • An official notice on February 2 confirmed the canalside complex has shut and thanked customers, staff and suppliers.
  • Owners described the closure as a difficult decision and said the site is moving into a period of transition.
  • The nine‑acre site by the Lancaster Canal included Guy’s Eating Establishment, Owd Nell’s Canalside Tavern and a 65‑room lodge just off the A6 Garstang Road.
  • The business has been reported as run by the Wilkinson family for more than 40 years.
  • Visitors with existing bookings are advised to contact the venue directly, as local businesses and tourism operators monitor next steps.