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The Boat Inn-Hayton

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This pub has a long-standing history in the heart of the Hayton, Retford countryside.
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The Boat Inn has been updated to keep the features of an old pub with soft touch of the new. The Boat Inn menu offering is that of a traditional pub menu with modern enhancements and seasonal changes. The Boat Inn also offers a well-stocked bar with a wide variety of offerings from cask ales, fine wines and extensive cocktail offering.

01/11/2026

⚓️🔥 SUNDAY IS HERE… AND YOUR ROAST DINNER ISN’T GOING TO BOOK ITSELF! 🍽️❤️

🚨 RETFORD, LET’S MAKE THIS SUNDAY A TASTY ONE! 🚨

Still deciding what to do for Sunday lunch? Stop scrolling, put the apron away and let us do the hard work! 😉🍷

At The Boat Inn, Hayton, we’re ready to welcome you for a proper Sunday roast, delicious food and a cosy pub atmosphere. All you need to bring is your appetite and your favourite people!

🍽️ Picture this… Beautifully prepared roast dinners, crispy golden roast potatoes, fluffy Yorkshire puddings and rich, delicious gravy. 🤤❤️

🥂 Whether it’s a family get-together, lunch with friends or simply an excuse to treat yourself, there’s no better way to spend a Sunday than around the table with good food and good company.

🐾 Bringing your four-legged friend? They’re welcome too!

🔥 HAVEN’T BOOKED YET? DON’T LEAVE IT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE!

We’d love to fill our tables with happy faces today, so if you’re planning to eat out, make The Boat Inn your Sunday destination. Give us a call or book online and let us take care of lunch while you enjoy your Sunday.

📞 01777 717534

📲 BOOK YOUR TABLE NOW:
https://theboatinnhayton.com/reservation/

📍 The Boat Inn, Hayton, Retford, DN22 9LF

❤️ Support your local pub, enjoy a proper roast and leave the cooking, clearing up and washing up to us!

Your Sunday deserves more than another meal at home. Come hungry, leave happy! 😉🍽️

31/10/2026

⚓️🔥 SATURDAY PLANS? WE’VE GOT A TABLE WITH YOUR NAME ON IT! 🍽️❤️

You loved it so much, we’re bringing it back! 😍🐟

🚨 THE £10 HAWKSTONE BATTERED FISH & CHIPS OFFER IS BACK TODAY! 🍟

Crispy golden batter, delicious fish and proper pub-food goodness — all for just £10! But don’t hang about… available while stocks last! 😉

And that’s not all! Our kitchen is ready to spoil you with our delicious à la carte menu and tempting Chef’s Specials, packed with flavour and made for those who fancy something a little special.

Whether you’re planning a relaxed lunch, a cosy meal with friends or a Saturday treat without the washing up, come and join us at The Boat Inn, Hayton. 🍷

❤️ Great food. Lovely drinks. A warm welcome.

📣 Tables are waiting, but don’t leave booking until the last minute! Get in touch and reserve yours today.

📍 The Boat Inn, Hayton, Retford DN22 9LF
📞 01777 717534
🔗 Book online: https://theboatinnhayton.com/reservation/

🐟 Fancy the £10 fish and chips? Come hungry, book ahead and get here before we sell out!

30/10/2026

⚓️🔥 FRESH FISH HAS LANDED… AND THE WEEKEND SPECIALS ARE LOOKING DELICIOUS! 🐟🦪🍽️

Our fish supplier has just delivered the goods, and let’s just say… your weekend dinner plans have officially sorted themselves out! 😉🔥

Fresh fish, beautiful mussels and plenty of delicious treats ready for our Chef to work his magic at The Boat Inn, Hayton! ❤️

🐟 FRIDAY’S £10 FISH & CHIPS IS ON! 🍟🍺

You asked, we delivered! Enjoy our delicious Hawkstone c***r-battered fish & chips for just £10 TODAY! 😱

Golden, crispy batter, proper chips and a bargain that deserves a little Friday celebration!

🚨 IMPORTANT: Show us THIS POST when ordering to claim your £10 offer. Don’t forget to mention it when booking!

🦪 MUSSELS FRIDAY — MADE FOR SHARING!

Fancy a little taste of the seaside without leaving your favourite local? 😉

Tuck into 1kg of locally sourced mussels, served with fries and artisan bread, with your choice of:

🤍 Classic garlic & white w**e cream
🌶️ Spicy Sriracha cream

£34.95 for two! ❤️

Perfect for date night, a catch-up with friends, or discovering who really gets the biggest share of the mussels! 😂

🍽️ AND THE WEEKEND SPECIALS? JUST WAIT!

With fresh fish arriving and mussels ready to go, our Chef is preparing some tempting specials for the weekend. Keep your eyes peeled… your next favourite dish might just be on the board! 👀🔥

🍸 FRIDAY GIN & FIZZ

Because good food deserves a little sparkle!

🍸 Order a double G&T and enjoy a FREE single G&T
🥂 Bottle of Prosecco for just £20.95

❤️ LUNCH, DINNER & PROPER PUB HOSPITALITY

We’re open for lunch and serving our full Gastro Pub à la carte menu alongside our Friday favourites and specials.

Whether you’re popping in for our £10 fish and chips, settling in for mussels and a glass of something lovely, or planning a relaxed dinner, we’ve got your table waiting.

📣 DON’T LEAVE IT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE!

Bring your favourite people, tag your fish-and-chips partner and get your weekend started the delicious way!

📞 01777 717534
🌐 Book your table: https://theboatinnhayton.com/reservation/

📍 The Boat Inn Hayton, Retford DN22 9LF

Fresh fish, crispy batter, creamy mussels and absolutely NO washing up. 😂🐟🍟

Now, the only question is… who’s joining us today? 👇❤️

#£10FishAndChips

29/10/2026

⚓️🔥 STOP SCROLLING… FRIDAY JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT TASTIER! 🐟🍟

🚨 TOMORROW’S SPECIAL TREAT: HAWKSTONE BATTERED FISH & CHIPS FOR JUST £10! 🚨

Yes, you read that right! 😱 We’re giving you another reason to make The Boat Inn, Hayton your Friday destination — and this one is too good to keep to ourselves!

Show us THIS POST when you order tomorrow and enjoy our delicious Hawkstone c***r-battered fish & chips for just £10! 🍺🐟🍟

Golden, crispy, deliciously battered fish, proper chips and a bargain worth sharing. But remember… you MUST show us this post to claim the offer! 😉

🔥 AND THAT’S NOT ALL… FRIDAY FAVOURITES ARE BACK!

🦪 MUSSELS FRIDAY — PERFECT FOR TWO!

Fancy something a little special? Tuck into 1kg of locally sourced mussels, served with fries and artisan bread.

🤍 Classic garlic & white w**e cream
🌶️ Spicy Sriracha cream

£34.95 for two. Date night sorted… or a very serious mussel-sharing competition! 😂

🍸 GIN & FIZZ FRIDAY

Because the weekend deserves a little sparkle!

🍸 Order a Double G&T and enjoy a FREE single G&T
🥂 Bottle of Prosecco for just £20.95

🍽️ LUNCH, DINNER & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN

We’re open for lunch, serving our full Gastro Pub à la carte menu alongside our Friday specials. Whether you fancy a bargain lunch, a relaxed afternoon drink or a cosy dinner, there’s a reason to join us.

❤️ GOOD FOOD. GREAT VALUE. PROPER PUB HOSPITALITY.

And with our £10 Hawkstone battered fish & chips offer, tomorrow is the perfect excuse to ditch the cooking, round up your friends and family, and head our way!

📣 HERE’S THE DEAL:
Show us this post when ordering tomorrow to claim your £10 fish & chips. Please mention the offer when booking so we know you’re coming!

⚠️ Don’t just like this post — SHARE IT, TAG YOUR FISH-AND-CHIPS PARTNER and get your Friday plans sorted!

📞 01777 717534
🌐 Book your table: https://theboatinnhayton.com/reservation/

📍 The Boat Inn Hayton, Retford DN22 9LF

Tomorrow’s forecast? A serious chance of crispy batter, happy faces and absolutely no washing up! 😂🐟🍟

Who’s joining us? Tell us below! 👇

#£10FishAndChips

29/10/2026

🥩😱 HOLD ON… THOSE STEAK PRICES ARE FOR TWO STEAKS, NOT ONE! ❤️🔥

Date night? Steak night? Or just two very hungry people who know a good deal when they see one? 😉

Thursday nights at The Boat Inn, Hayton, are all about proper steak, great food and a little midweek indulgence. Our 28-day aged, grass-fed steaks are cooked to order and served with crispy triple-cooked chips and our house salad.

And here’s the bit worth shouting about… EVERY PRICE BELOW IS FOR TWO STEAKS! Yes, TWO! 😍🥩

🔥 THURSDAY STEAK NIGHT | 5pm–8:30pm

🥩 2 × 10oz Sirloin — £36 for BOTH
🥩 2 × 12oz Rib Eye — £40 for BOTH
🥩 2 × 8oz Fillet — £48 for BOTH

That’s a proper steak dinner for two, without the premium price tag you’d expect! ❤️

Not everyone in your party fancying steak? No problem! Our Chef’s Specials are available alongside our full Gastro Pub à la carte menu, so there’s something for everyone.

Whether it’s a romantic Thursday date night, dinner with your favourite person or simply an excuse to escape the washing-up, we’ve got your table waiting. 🍷

📍 The Boat Inn, Hayton, Retford DN22 9LF

📞 Book now: 01777 717534

🥩 Two steaks. One great night out. Prices that deserve a second look!

Don’t just think about it — get your table booked for tonight before the best tables are gone. 😉❤️

28/10/2026

🥧🚨 HAYTON, WE’RE TALKING TO YOU! YOUR WEDNESDAY PIE PLANS START HERE! ❤️

Let’s be honest… nobody wants to cook on a Wednesday when someone else can do it for you! 😉🔥

If you haven’t booked your table at The Boat Inn, Hayton, now’s the time to put that right! Our PROPER PIE DAY is just £14.95, and for that price, you can enjoy a proper plate of comfort without lifting a finger in the kitchen!

🥧 Golden pastry, delicious pie, buttery mash, seasonal vegetables and rich red w**e gravy. The sort of meal that makes you put your phone down, pick up your fork and wonder why you don’t treat yourself more often! 😍

❤️ JUST £14.95 — LUNCH OR DINNER!

🕛 Lunch: 12pm–3pm
🔥 Evening: 5pm–8:30pm

🍂 Bring your partner, gather your friends, treat the family or simply give yourself a midweek treat. Our cosy pub is waiting, the pies are calling, and the washing-up is definitely someone else’s problem! 😂

⚠️ DON’T LEAVE IT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE! If you’re planning to join us today, get your table booked now. Give yourself something delicious to look forward to instead of staring into the fridge wondering what’s for dinner!

📲 BOOK YOUR TABLE NOW:
https://theboatinnhayton.com/reservation/

📞 01777 717 534

⚓️ The Boat Inn Hayton, Retford DN22 9LF

🐾 Dogs welcome, appetites encouraged!

Your Wednesday reminder: life’s too short for boring dinners. Come and enjoy a proper pie with us! ❤️🥧

25/10/2026

⚓️❤️ SUNDAY LUNCH PLANS? THERE’S STILL TIME TO MAKE THEM DELICIOUS! 🍽️🤤

🚨 PUT THE PANS DOWN… SUNDAY ROAST IS CALLING! 🚨

The kitchen is calling, the roast potatoes are waiting, and the thought of washing up after Sunday lunch? Absolutely not! 😂❤️

If your Sunday needs a little treat, why not join us today at The Boat Inn, Hayton, for a proper Sunday roast in a cosy, welcoming pub?

🍽️ Beautifully prepared roast dinners
🥔 Crispy roast potatoes, fluffy Yorkshire puddings and rich gravy
❤️ A relaxed atmosphere, great food and time to enjoy with your favourite people
🐾 And yes, your four-legged friends are welcome too!

Whether you’re gathering the family, meeting friends or simply fancy letting someone else do the cooking, we’d love to welcome you.

🥂 HAVEN’T MADE PLANS YET? WHY NOT MAKE US YOUR SUNDAY DESTINATION!

If you’re thinking about heading out for lunch today, get in touch and book your table. We’d love to have you join us!

📞 01777 717534

📲 Book online: https://theboatinnhayton.com/reservation/

📍 The Boat Inn Hayton, Retford, DN22 9LF

❤️ Support your local, enjoy a proper roast and leave the washing up to us!

You bring the appetite. We’ll bring the Sunday comfort. 😉🍽️

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24/10/2026

⚓️❤️ SUNDAY PLANS? LET US TAKE CARE OF THE ROAST… AND THE WASHING UP! 🍽️🤤

Let’s be honest… Sundays are made for slowing down, gathering your favourite people and enjoying a seriously good roast dinner. And if someone else is doing the cooking? Even better! 😉🍷

🔥 TOMORROW, YOUR TABLE IS WAITING AT THE BOAT INN! 🔥

Picture it: golden, crispy roast potatoes, fluffy Yorkshire puddings, beautifully prepared roasts and rich homemade gravy, all served in the warm, welcoming surroundings of your favourite local gastropub. ❤️

Whether you’re bringing the family together, catching up with friends or simply treating yourself to a Sunday without the kitchen chaos, we’d love to make your day a little more special.

🐾 Bringing your four-legged family member? We’re dog-friendly too!

🍽️ SUNDAY TABLES ARE WAITING — BUT DON’T LEAVE IT TOO LATE!

Make your Sunday plans now and book ahead to avoid disappointment. Give yourself something delicious to look forward to!

📞 Call us: 01777 717534

📲 Book online: https://theboatinnhayton.com/reservation/

📍 The Boat Inn Hayton, Retford, DN22 9LF

❤️ Great food, cosy pub vibes and a Sunday roast worth getting out of bed for.

Your only job tomorrow? Turn up hungry. We’ll take care of the rest! 😍🍽️

24/10/2026

⚓️❤️ SATURDAY IS CALLING… AND THE BOAT INN IS THE PLACE TO BE! 🍽️🔥

Still deciding what to do today? Let us make your Saturday a little more delicious! 😉✨

Whether you’re planning a leisurely lunch, catching up with friends over a glass of w**e, or treating yourself to a beautiful evening meal, there’s always a good reason to join us at The Boat Inn, Hayton. ❤️

🍽️ Beautifully prepared food from our gastro pub menu
🍷 Your favourite drinks, freshly poured
🔥 A cosy, welcoming pub atmosphere
🥂 The perfect excuse to leave the cooking and washing up to us!

Gather your favourite people, take a break from the everyday and let us look after you. Good food, good company and a table waiting for you — what more could Saturday need? 🥰

📅 Make today a date worth looking forward to! Tables are waiting, but don’t leave it until the last minute. Book ahead and let us make your Saturday special.

📍 The Boat Inn, Hayton, Retford, DN22 9LF
📞 Call us on 01777 717534
🔗 Book your table online: https://theboatinnhayton.com/reservation/

❤️ Great food. Lovely people. Your kind of Saturday.

GoodFoodGoodCompany

23/10/2026

⚓️🔥 FRIDAY PLANS? LET’S MAKE THEM DELICIOUS! 🍽️🥂

Why wait until tonight to start the weekend? 😉 The table is set, the kitchen is ready, and there are plenty of reasons to make The Boat Inn, Hayton your Friday destination! ❤️

🍽️ LUNCH, DINNER OR JUST A LITTLE INDULGENCE?

We’re open for lunch today, serving our full Gastro Pub à la carte menu. Whether it’s a leisurely lunch, a catch-up with friends or a cosy evening out, leave the cooking to us and make Friday feel that little bit more special.

🦪 MUSSELS FRIDAY — MADE FOR SHARING!

Fancy something deliciously different? Enjoy 1kg of locally sourced mussels for two, served with fries and artisan bread.

🤍 Classic garlic & white w**e cream
🌶️ Spicy Sriracha cream

£34.95 for two. Sharing is encouraged… surrendering the last mussel is entirely optional! 😏

🍸 GIN & FIZZ FRIDAY

Because Friday deserves a little sparkle! ✨

🍸 Order a Double G&T and enjoy a FREE single G&T
🥂 Enjoy a bottle of Prosecco for just £20.95

❤️ GOOD FOOD. GREAT DRINKS. A COSY PUB. YOUR KIND OF FRIDAY.

Whether you’re planning a long lunch, a romantic dinner or drinks with your favourite people, we’ve got the perfect excuse to get together.

But here’s the thing… everyone else is making Friday plans too! 😉 Don’t leave it until the last minute — book your table now and let us make your Friday delicious.

📞 01777 717534
🌐 Book online: https://theboatinnhayton.com/reservation/

📍 The Boat Inn Hayton, Retford DN22 9LF

We’ll save you a seat… but you’ll have to fight your own family for that last mussel! 😂🦪

Address

97 Main Street, Hayton
East Retford
DN229LF

Opening Hours

Wednesday	12pm - 10:30pm
Thursday	12pm - 10:30pm
Friday	12pm - 10:30pm
Saturday	12pm - 10:30pm
Sunday	12pm - 6pm

Telephone

+441777717534

Website

https://theboatinnhayton.com/

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