Bring everyone together at The Boat Inn

Book a Table · For a larger celebration, email our team or text 07399 832047.

Celebrate beside the canal at The Boat Inn near Rugby. Whether you are planning a birthday, anniversary, family gathering, wake, baby shower or relaxed get-together, our friendly team will help you create an occasion that suits your guests and budget.

With freshly prepared food, a well-stocked bar, comfortable indoor areas and canalside outdoor space, we offer a relaxed alternative to a formal function venue.

Your occasion, your kind of gathering

We can cater for:

• Birthday parties

• Anniversary celebrations

• Family gatherings

• Baby showers

• Engagement parties

• Retirement parties

• Wedding celebrations

• Celebration-of-life gatherings and wakes

• Clubs, societies and group meals

• Business lunches and informal meetings

• Christmas parties and festive gatherings

If you have something different in mind, please get in touch and we will discuss what may be possible.

Buffet Packages

Our buffet packages are ideal for informal celebrations and group gatherings. Our popular buffet is available from £12.50 per person and can include a varied selection of sandwiches, savouries, salads, sides and sweet treats.

A typical buffet may include:

Sandwich Selection

• Ham and mustard

• Mature Cheddar and red onion chutney

• Tuna mayonnaise and cucumber

• Egg mayonnaise and cress

• Chicken salad

Savoury Selection

• Cocktail sausage rolls

• Mini pork pies

• Southern-fried chicken goujons

• BBQ chicken drumsticks

• Mini Scotch eggs

• Cheese and onion quiche

• Vegetable spring rolls

• Onion bhajis with mint yoghurt dip

• Crisps and tortilla chips

Salads and Sides

• Coleslaw

• Mixed green salad

• Potato salad

• Pasta salad

Sweet Treats

• Mini chocolate brownie bites

• Mini jam sponge squares

• Mini millionaire’s shortbread

• Fresh fruit platter

Vegetarian options can be included, and we will do our best to accommodate dietary requirements when agreed in advance.

Occasional supply or availability issues may mean that an item is replaced with a suitable alternative of an equivalent standard and quality.

Group Dining

If you would prefer a sit-down meal, groups can order from a specially arranged menu or select dishes from our main menu, depending on the size of the party.

Advance menu choices may be required for larger groups so that we can provide the best possible service on the day.

Bring Your Own Celebration Cake

You are welcome to bring a celebration cake. A £20 cake charge applies, which covers storage where available, plates, napkins, cutting and serving.

Please discuss arrangements with us before bringing the cake to the venue.

Deposits and Final Numbers

A deposit may be required to secure your chosen date. Your final guest numbers, dietary requirements, menu choices and remaining balance will normally be required at least seven days before the event.

Deposits and advance payments may be non-refundable, so please check the booking terms provided with your quotation.

Let’s plan your get-together

Tell us:

• The type of celebration

• Your preferred date and time

• The expected number of guests

• Whether you would like a buffet or sit-down meal

• Any dietary or accessibility requirements