Trenchers, the award winning Fish and Chip company is coming to Cumbria in 2026. The company, which has bases in the North Yorkshire and North East coastal towns of Whitby and Whitley Bay, is taking over the site of The Boatman’s Café in Bowness-on-Windermere from late spring 2026. Trenchers has a long history of serving up multi-award-winning fish and chips having established themselves in the 1980s. This new venture will see them move to Cumbria for the first time.
Windermere Lake Cruises Managing Director, Nigel Wilkinson said, “The Boatman’s Café has long been part of the visitor economy in Bowness, however now is the right time for a much-needed upgrade. We’re excited to welcome Trenchers to the area. Their high-quality offering will no doubt prove popular with locals and tourists and we’re already working very closely with them to discuss special incentives for locals, groups and the coach operators who regularly use the current café.”
Commenting on the acquisition, Trenchers CEO Kyle Mackings said, “We’re so excited to be opening a new venue in Cumbria. Our fish, chips and seafood products see visitors and locals lining up around the streets of Whitby and Whitley Bay so I’m sure that it will prove as popular in the Lake District. The refurbishment will take us right through winter creating important jobs in Cumbria and bringing income to the local economy. Local suppliers and contractors are already being used for the initial structural work and we anticipate doing the same for the interior fit out.”
In addition to offering take-away and general dining, Trenchers also plan to introduce options for large group bookings and coach parties or organised tours.
For more information visit www.wlc.co.uk and www.trenchersrestaurant.co.uk.
