The Walnut Tree, Thwaite

About The Walnut Tree, Thwaite

Finding a whole pub given over to vegetarian and vegan cooking is rare enough, and this one does it in a genuinely lovely old building — cosy, softly lit, traditional pub feel with room to settle in without feeling squashed. Portions are generous, gluten-free options are plentiful, and children who aren't remotely vegan tend to do fine: one family reported their seven-year-old happily working through the starters. The nachos and the mac & cheese come up again and again. There's a kids' menu, high chairs, buggy access and free parking, plus a sunny garden for vegan ice creams and a little gift shop with snacks to take home. Service is usually warm and unhurried, though it can slow noticeably when it's busy, so allow time on a Saturday night.

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