Recently-closed Garstang cafe and bistro to go under auctioneer’s hammer

A recently-closed bistro in the heart of Garstang will soon go under the auctioneer’s hammer.

After opening in summer 2024, Hugo’s in Bridge Street - the former Ken Ma Chinese Restaurant - quickly became a local hit, holding a 5 star TripAdvisor rating and boasting a number of excellent reviews.

But by July 2026, the business had ceased trading in July 2026.

It’s associated business - Hugo's (Ice Cream) Limited, which traded as Hugo's Cafe & Bar and Happyland at Hugo's on the A6 in Forton passed a special resolution for voluntary winding up on September 24, 2026.

Now the vacant premises - set in 0.117 acres of land overlooking the River Wyre - is being offered for sale. As well as an open plan bar lounge area and dining room for 47 guests, the property contains a two-bedroomed apartment and parking for eight cars.

Auctioneers Pattinson Commercial have set the starting price as £340,000.