Twin Lakes Velo Cafe — Restaurant in Chorley

We had a little time to spare prior to an appointment nearby, so we looked on Google for a coffee shop.

The twin lakes showed up, so we headed there using the sat nav, which was invaluable as there is no way we would have stumbled upon it as a passer-by.

Tucked away off the main rd down a worrying single track road that seemed to go nowhere, we were about to throw-in the towel when the opening into the car park appeared.

It is set in a lovely picturesque country environment overlooking a fishing lake with outdoor picnic benches to sit and enjoy the scenery and tranquillity.

The benches, however, have seen better days, many rotten, decaying, and weather beaten, we would not want to sit having food on them....a shame.

So inside we went....definitely a better environment to enjoy eating. Clean tables and seating.

Interesting Cyling memorabilia adorns the walls, the owner apparently is an enthusiast, and I was told that the cafe is frequented by cycling groups who stop-off here for refreshments whilst on their travels.

We had a quick snack of coffee and a lovely tasty scone, which was fruity and moist, which we both enjoyed. There were a selection of mouth watering cakes displayed at the counter with other light snacks. Cooked food also available but I can't comment on the menu choices or quality of cooked food as we only had a snack.

A pleasant ambience with enjoyable music playing subtly in the background.

The staff were welcoming, engaging, and very friendly, helping to make our visit an enjoyable experience.

As a businessman, I'm not sure what the clientèle base is, other than cyclists, as there is no passer-by footfall to be seen for their "bread n butter" businesses.

An idea would be to erect more prominent signage at the entrance from the main road and its approach, as to its existence ( there is currently a small insignificant sign to "the velo cafe"), which isn't immediately noticable Maybe grafic-rich offer-boards, for example "Breakfast being served", "lunchtime snacks", "afternoon tea&cake treats" deployed at appropriate times of day would wet the appetite of passing drivers and entice them to investigate....just a thought.

Anyway, we enjoyed our short experience of this hidden jem and surely visit again when...

It's a great cafe off the beaten track next to a lake. There is plenty of seating outside so people can enjoy the views. Each of the outside bench tables is equipped with parasols, just in case the sun comes out. There is also plenty of seating inside the cafe. Service was quick and friendly. Once you have placed your order, you are given a wooden spoon with a number on it, and your food will then be brought to your table. Before you leave, the counter you have a little wait while they make your drink. Then you just find a place to sit and relax. Within a few minutes, my food arrived. My bill came to £6.50 for a bap with veggie sausages and a large americano. Both were excellent, and at that price, great value for money.. It was, and I believe it is regularly very busy with cyclists. When I visited, I would say it was 50/50 with cyclists and non cyclists, and it is to see why the place was busy. In my opinion, it is one of the best cafes I have been to for...

Unfortunately I had quite a bad experience at the Velo, I went with my partner who goes quite a lot and I was quite shocked when I got to the till and to place my order and I asked if the cakes had nuts in them because I have an allergy, and the lady in the kitchen was quite rude and said we can’t guarantee there is nuts in them, so I was like ok no worries, I’ll just have what I ordered which was fried egg sandwich on white bread. Then the girl said I don’t think my manager will let you eat anything of it, I just thought it was really ridiculous and unnecessary. It also made me feel really awkward, usually places I go to are really accommodating. Then the food arrived and the waitress just slammed our food on the table. Really really bad experience, I won’t...