Stone-built exterior of The Ancient Oak pub in Cottam, Preston, with the pub name lettered on the gable end
Bar / pub venue

The Ancient Oak

Family food pub in Cottam with an open log fire, run by Ember Inns (Mitchells and Butlers). Reopened in February 2026 after a refurbishment.

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Function room and dining room bookable direct; pub open 7 days from 11am.
available for hire

About this venue

The Ancient Oak is a large modern-build family food pub on Merrytrees Lane in Cottam, on the northern edge of Preston. It has a single L-shaped bar area split into distinct drinking and dining sections, an open log fire for winter, and a function room alongside the main dining room. The pub reopened in February 2026 after a four-week refurbishment by operator Ember Inns, with a refreshed bar, new seating and an enhanced beer garden. It hosts a quiz night on Mondays and stocks a rotating cask ale line-up with a Monday and Thursday discount.

The Spaces

Space details are available directly from the venue.

Facilities

  • Bar
  • Catering / kitchen
  • Parking

Location

Merrytrees Lane, Cottam, Preston PR4 0NZ, GB

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