The Clock Warehouse Motorhome Stopover Information

🕰 About the Pub

The Clock Warehouse is a historic pub located in Shardlow, Derbyshire, occupying a converted mill built in 1780, right alongside the Trent and Mersey Canal. It is known for its warmth, friendly local atmosphere, and canal-side views. The pub offers a mixture of traditional pub classics and special dishes, alongside a selection of cask ales, beers, and champagne. It has extensive eating areas on two levels and a private function room featuring a skittle alley. The pub is also situated next to the Local Heritage Centre Museum, located in its grounds.

⏰ Opening Times

• Monday to Saturday: 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
• Sunday: 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM

Food service generally runs from 12 PM to 8 PM, with some variation by day.

🍽 Food

The Clock Warehouse serves British pub favourites with an emphasis on quality and flavour, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Meals cover breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, late night, and drinks menus. Signature dishes focus on fresh flavours and classic pub meals, such as their crispy triple-cooked chips and family feast options. The pub aims to provide great value with well-prepared dishes.

🏡 Facilities

• Free off-street parking including a large car park suitable for motorhomes and campervans
• Beer garden with canal-side seating and patio overlooking the Trent and Mersey Canal
• Dog-friendly environment welcoming well-behaved dogs
• Wheelchair accessible
• Free WiFi
• Full bar with a selection of cask ales and regular beers from Marston’s
• Fireplace for cozy indoor seating
• Amazon lockers available

🐾 Dog Friendly

The Clock Warehouse welcomes dogs, making it a good stop for visitors travelling with pets to relax by the canal side or in the beer garden after a walk.

🌳 Beer Garden

The pub features a spacious beer garden that is bathed in sunlight and offers scenic views over the canal, providing a pleasant outdoor seating area to enjoy food and drinks in the warmer months.

⭐ Reviews

The pub holds an average rating of around 3.9 out of 5 from a wide range of visitors. Many enjoy the setting, beer, and friendly atmosphere. Some have noted that busy road noise can be an issue at night due to airport traffic. There are mixed opinions about food quality, with some calling out disappointing meals occasionally, especially during busy festive periods. Overall, the venue remains popular for its ambiance and canal location.

🚐 Motorhome Stopover Details

The Clock Warehouse allows overnight stays for motorhomes and campervans in their car park. The stopover is free with the purchase of food or drinks from the pub. The parking bays are reasonably sized, and the area is popular with motorhome owners. Note that the location is on a busy road and can have some night-time noise from airport traffic.

Nearby Attractions & Things to Do Within 5 Miles

1. Shardlow Village

A charming historic village just steps from the pub, Shardlow is a designated conservation area known for its waterfront architecture, canalside walks, and quaint shops and cafes. It's a perfect place for a stroll to soak up local history and enjoy the peaceful canal atmosphere.

2. Trent and Mersey Canal Walk

Enjoy scenic walking or cycling along the nearby Trent and Mersey Canal. The flat towpaths offer relaxing outdoor exercise with opportunities to spot wildlife, watch canal boats, and appreciate the rural Derbyshire landscape close to the pub stopover.

3. National Waterways Museum, Shardlow

Located within the grounds of the Clock Warehouse itself, this small museum offers insights into Britain’s inland waterways heritage with displays of canal history, historic boats, and interactive exhibits. Ideal for a brief educational visit near your overnight stop.

4. Elvaston Castle Country Park

About 4 miles away, Elvaston Castle offers extensive parkland, woodland walks, and formal gardens around a striking 19th-century castle. It’s great for a day out full of nature, picnics, and scenic views in a historic setting.

5. Derby Royal Hospital Chapel and Museum

Located approximately 3 miles from the pub, this small museum provides unique local heritage focused on medical history. It’s a lesser-known but interesting cultural stop within easy reach, showcasing Derby’s past.