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Cross Keys Inn, Whitechapel (Dorchester)

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Operator: J.C. Holden Limited
Church Lane, Whitechapel, PR3 2EP (View on Google Map)
(01772) 954779
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The Cross Keys Inn dates back to the mid-1700s and is situated in the small hamlet of Whitechapel, on the border of the Forest of Bowland, an area of outstanding natural beauty. It was originally a farm called Lower Oakenhead; the pub was run from the farmhouse and was known locally as the 'Dorchester'.

The pub closed around 2004 but following extensive and sensitive restoration of the farmhouse and outbuildings it reopened on 24th May 2021 with the additional offering of B&B and holiday accommodation.

There is a wide offering of food from bar snacks to more substantial meals and Sunday roasts. Up to three (normally two) cask ales are available on handpump and local gins are also a feature. There is also a large function room suitable for weddings and other celebrations. Opening times may vary slightly at the manager’s discretion.

Historical Information

Information for this venue is provided by the Central Lancashire Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Preston District (B)
Last updated
14/10/2025
Last surveyed
14/10/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
unknown
Pub ID
LAW/16969
Asset of Community Value
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Noon - 3:00pm & 5:00pm - 11:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 3:00pm & 5:00pm - 11:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 3:00pm & 5:00pm - 11:00pm
Friday
Noon - 11:00pm
Saturday
Noon - 11:00pm
Sunday
Noon - 10:00pm
Monday
No Service
Tuesday
Noon - 2:00pm & 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 2:00pm & 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 2:00pm & 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Noon - 9:00pm
Saturday
Noon - 9:00pm
Sunday
Noon - 7:00pm
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Current beers

This Pub serves 2 changing beers and 1 regular beer.

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Lancaster - Blonde TasteMatch Prediction

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Lancaster - Blonde
Lancaster - Blonde Session Blond Ale • 4%
Lancaster - Blonde
Lancaster - Blonde

This beer is served regularly at Cross Keys Inn, Whitechapel.

ABV 4%
Dispense Handpump
Style Session Blond Ale
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Source: Regional

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Facilities
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Garden Garden
Outside seating
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Parking Parking
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Accommodation Accommodation
B&B and self catering cottages
Camping Camping
(2500m)
Events Events
Thursdays pizza night 5.30pm-8.30pm
Function Room Function Room
Real Fire Real Fire
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
Cask Ale Cask Ale
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Lancaster
Cask Marque Cask Marque
Quiet Quiet
Cask Marque Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating
Cask Marque: Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating 4 out of 5
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