South East Lancs

Campaign for Real Ale

Campaign for Real Ale

Pub Guide

  • Astley
    • Applewood Farm Chaddock Lane Astley M28 1FJ Telephone(0161) 703 3611

      Large popular Pub Restaurant on the Astley Industrial Estate with extensive menu and separate carvery. Breakfasts are served from 9am, but refer to their website for carvery times. The Applewood caters for all ages with a family dining area and childrens play zone. A quiz night is held every Monday.

    • Archer 62 Manchester Road Astley M29 7EJ Telephone(01942) 665459

      The Archer (formally the Manchester Road Inn) opened in October 2017 after a major refurbishment. It is located on the main road between Astley and Leigh opposite the Golf Driving Range. The new name was inspired by locals who fought at Agincourt and Crecy. Pub food is served but please check meal times and opening times before visiting.

    • Astley Green Village Club 90 Higher Green Lane Astley M29 7HZ Telephone(01942) 882009

      Club which is well supported by the local community and now known as the 'Village Club'. It is really one large room which is split into two areas. As you enter there is the snooker table to the left with the bar and lounge to the right. It opens early for major TV sports events at weekends. Non-members must be signed in.

    • Bulls Head 504 Manchester Road Astley M29 7BP Telephone(01942) 887109

      A large, comfortable pub next to the village green which offers a good range of beers and is very popular, particularly at weekends. Outside, there are various seating areas, some with heaters for when it is chilly, plus lawns for sun worshippers. Quiz nights are held on Wednesday. The pub welcomes children over 14 when dining with an adult in the evening. Tables can be booked on their website.

    • Cart & Horses Hotel 221 Manchester Road Astley M29 7SD Telephone(01942) 886530

      Friendly traditional roadside community pub with darts and dominoes teams. The lounge has two separate seating areas with a third used for dining. The vault is through the door on the right as you enter. There is a large beer garden and patio at the back and some benches at the front. Good-value food is served every day and there are regular live music nights.

    • Miners Welfare Club Meanley Road, Gin Pit Village Astley M29 7DW Telephone(01942) 883067

      Social and sports club with cricket pitch in Gin Pit village which is off princess avenue in Astley. A centre of the local community it offers a wide range of sports activities including Cricket, Bowls, Football, Karate and Cycle Speedway. There are two functions for hire, the largest holding up to 100 people. There is a TV which shows most football and horse racing events.

    • Old Boat House 164 Higher Green Lane Astley M29 7JB Telephone(01942) 581689

      Situated on the towpath of the Bridgewater Canal, the Old Boat House is off Higher Green Lane and was originally built as a stabling for horses that pulled the barges. A major refurbishment was carried out a couple of years ago which opened up the pub to accommodate more dining space. There are still areas for drinking however particularly outside where there is plenty of seating near the canal. Live music features most weekends, details of which can be found on their website.

  • Atherton
    • Atherton Arms 6 Tyldesley Road Atherton M46 9DD Telephone(01942) 875996

      Traditional public house with a great atmosphere and facilities, including a full-sized snooker table and function room. The pub is known for its superb beer garden, which has TV screens and heaters. The beer is competitively priced but note the Mild is not always available. The pub offers a wide range of events with occasional live entertainment and most sports shown all through the week.

    • Jolly Nailor Inn 20 Market Street Atherton M46 0DN

      The Jolly Nailor is a traditional town centre pub with a small range of real ales (usually national brands) and a real cider. The interior is divided into three areas including a 'Music Room' at the back for live acts. Regular quizzes and and other events are hosted and the pub is a supporter of local sports teams.

    • Letters Inn 2 Wigan Road Atherton M46 0JQ Telephone(01942) 792094

      The Letters is situated at the far west side of Atherton town centre on the main road. It started selling real ale again in 2015 and now has one beer on which changes on a weekly basis. It is a pleasant pub with seating areas around the bar and a pool room at the back. There are also benches in the yard behind the pub accessible via the door which leads to the ladies toilets. Please check pub opening times.

    • Lion Inn Bolton Road Atherton M46 9JG Telephone(01942) 882730

      The Lion Inn is on Bolton Road not far from Atherton Rail Station and is a popular local. There are a number of inter-connecting rooms with many TV screens. In the Summer of 2022 it is selling Real Ale again after a refurbishment with two ales available on hand pump. Free Pool every Monday

    • Mechanics Rest at the Taphouse 119 Market Street Atherton M46 0DF Telephone(01942) 367519

      Family-friendly micropub located in the centre of Atherton. Inside you will find a very warm welcome with comfortable seating and a bar decorated with a Mechanics theme. There is additional seating upstairs along with Fubball table and outside a sun-soaked beer garden. Beers are sourced from regional microbreweries, with a live beer list that can be found online. Beers are competitive priced with gluten-free options and a dark beer & real cider always available. Dog-friendly with treats and beds & blankets for our furry friends.

    • Pendle Witch 2-4 Warburton Place Atherton M46 0EQ Telephone(01942) 883956

      Hidden down a narrow alley near the Market Place, the Pendle is an important part of the local community with live bands and events on every week. The entrance, part of a conservatory, leads to an open plan bar that serves Moorhouses beers plus various guests from north-western breweries. The games area has a pool table and large screen TV. There is a well-kept patio-area at the back which is popular in summer. Close to town centre parking, they offer breakfast and a snack menu throughout the opening times. Live music on Friday and Saturday nights. Also operates as the Witch's Brew Cafe between 6.30 am and 9.30 am

    • Rope & Anchor 67 Bolton Old Road Atherton M46 9DU Telephone(01942) 891819

      Situated on Bolton Old Road in the 'valley'. There is a vault/games room with pool table to left and lounge on the right. Outside seating areas are located at front and side. One guest beer may be on, however on a visit in October 2023 this was unavailable.

    • Royal 67-69 Wigan Road Atherton M46 0LW Telephone(01942) 883948

      Popular pub on west side of town. Interior consists of comfortable lounge and games room, with bench seating around the walls. There is a small beer patio to the front. Good value food is served. Pub games include darts, dominoes and pool (Wednesday evenings are competitive pool nights).

    • Talbot Gibfield Park, Wigan Road Atherton M46 0LW Telephone(01942) 897136

      The Talbot is a fairly modern pub which serves a full pub food menu daily until late with a range of specials, light snacks and a children’s menu. Breakfasts are served from 9am at weekends. There are regular pub quiz nights

    • Wheatsheaf 48 Market Street Atherton M46 0DG Telephone(01942) 870135

      Completely refurbished and restored to its original name a few years ago. The best original features have been kept together with the separate snug and pool/darts rooms. There is a large outdoor drinking area to the rear and usually a selection of two beers which are competitively priced. All live sport is shown on multiple screens around the pub. Over 18's only.

  • Golborne
    • Millstone Inn 52 Harvey Lane Golborne WA3 3RS Telephone(01942) 728031

      Traditional pub serving local community. There are a number of different drinking areas plus seating outside at front

    • Queen Anne 14 Bridge Street Golborne WA3 3PZ Telephone(01942) 726922

      Tucked away on Bridge Street just off the East Lancs Road the Queen Anne is handy for Haydock Park racecourse and caters for pre-race parties. Home-cooked food is served in the bar and separate dining area with early-bird specials available on weekdays 3:30-7pm plus Sunday roasts. There is plenty of parking space and the well-kept beer garden is a real suntrap in the summer.

    • Sir Charles Napier 69 High Street Golborne WA3 3AH Telephone(01942) 510755

      Commonly known as "Tips" or "Tippings", who was the old landlady, the Sir Charles Napier is a very friendly pub in the centre of Golborne

  • Leigh
    • Bobbin 38A Leigh Road Leigh WN7 1QR Telephone(01942) 581242

      Located on the northern edge of the town centre this one-room micro pub offers a warm welcome and has comfortable seating. The bar is decorated with pump clips and there are pictures for sale for charity. Prices are very competitive and a dark beer and real cider are always available. Beers are sourced from regional micro-breweries with current and forthcoming selections displayed on their website. Open from 1pm on Sundays when Leigh are playing at home.

    • Bowling Green Inn 110 Manchester Road Leigh WN7 2LD Telephone(01942) 673964

      Situated on a busy junction this popular pub caters for a wide clientele and has a good reputation for food. With its two separate rooms it welcomes both families and adults who wish to drink and watch sport. There are two quizzes every week and family events are regularly put on especially at bank holidays using the beer garden.

    • George & Dragon 7 King Street Leigh WN7 4LP Telephone(01942) 605214

      Tudor facade pub in the centre of Leigh near the bus station. It is a smartly furnished pub which is split into two areas. The upper part is more of a drinking area while the lower level has more seating separated by posts. There are many TV screens which show live Rugby League, Horse Racing and Football and there is a large outdoor seating area to the rear. Please note that children are not allowed at any time.

    • Greyhound Hotel Warrington Road Leigh WN7 3XQ Telephone(01942) 671256

      Hotel with restaurant/pub situated on the East Lancs Road on the edge of Leigh. Hosts weddings, conferences and special theme nights and there are gym and leisure facilities as part of the hotel complex. A food menu can be viewed on their website.

    • Leigh Cricket Club Beech Walk Leigh WN7 3LH Telephone(01942) 671818

      Real ale is served and non-members are welcome. The club has a function room and separate bar overlooking the cricket pitch. Please check opening times with club

    • Leigh Rugby Union Club Hand Lane Leigh WN7 3NA Telephone(01942) 673526

      A true community club with men’s and ladies’ rugby teams plus crown green bowls, darts and dominoes. Put all that together with an enthusiastic, hard-working bar team and a friendly crowd of locals and you cannot go wrong. The Annual Scrumdown beer festival is held in May, with more than 30 real ales and ciders. Well worth the 10-minute walk from Leigh Bus Station. CAMRA Greater Manchester Club of the Year 2007-2011.

    • Musketeer 15 Lord Street Leigh WN7 1AB Telephone(01942) 603040

      Town centre pub near the main shopping area which has a number of separate rooms leading from a main bar area. As you enter there is a small snug next to the doorway and a vault on the right side of the pub. Regular live acts

    • Parsonage Horse 17 Parsonage Retail Park, Leighbrook Way Leigh WN7 5AR Telephone(01942) 417566

      Modern pub on the main Leigh retail park about three-quarters of a mile from the town centre. Although it is principally a pub-restaurant there are a number of separate areas which cater for different requirements. These include a room for over 18's with big screens for sports fans and stools near the bar for those just drinking. Outside there are a large number of tables.

    • Robin Hood St. Helens Road Leigh WN7 3PA Telephone(01942) 581789

      Located opposite Pennington Golf Club, the Robin Hood is a traditional family pub popular for food and its large well-kept beer garden. Theme nights and quizes are regularly held and the pub is a good finishing point for walking around the local area and Pennington Flash. Two cask ales are available with one sourced from a local or regional brewery.

    • Thomas Burke 20A Leigh Road Leigh WN7 1QR Telephone(01942) 685640

      Popular with all ages, this Wetherspoon pub is named after a renowned Leigh tenor, known as the Lancashire Caruso. The pub divides into three areas: the main long bar, a raised dining area and, in what was once a cinema foyer, lounge-style seating. There is also a small courtyard at the back for outside drinking. There is a changing range of beers from local to distant breweries including a house beer named after the local Rugby club.

    • Weavers Arms 9-13 Lord Street Leigh WN7 1DP Telephone(01942) 267510

      Located in the centre of Leigh just off the main shopping street, the Weavers attracts a wide-variety of customers. During the day it has a relaxed environment with shoppers and families dining. In the evening it is a popular meeting place with sports shown the many TV screens. Regular entertainment is on offer on most Fridays with a DJ every Saturday. The beer selection was extended in early 2022, however lack of demand has reduced now this to one or two ales.

    • Whistling Wren Turner Way Leigh WN7 4GX Telephone(01942) 601832

      The Whistling Wren is situated on Leigh Sports Village, home of the Leigh Centurions. Good food is offered from the Two for One menu and there is an extensive Specials Board. Everyone is catered for including families where our children's outdoor play area will keep the little ones entertained for hours. As for those cold and wet days, we also offer an indoor Kids Zone for the under 5's.

    • White Lion 6a Leigh Road Leigh WN7 1QL Telephone07960 435454

      Opposite Leigh’s historic parish church, just a few minutes’ walk from the centre of Leigh, the White Lion is a friendly welcoming pub. You can choose whether to enjoy the comfort of the main bar, bar games in the vault, or the quiet of the snug. Over four hand pumps dispense a selection of real ales from local and regional micros, principally Ossett and Wigan Brewhouse. Over 18's only.

  • Lowton
    • Church Inn 78 Newton Road Lowton WA3 1DG Telephone(01942) 671634

      The Church serves food and hosts quiz nights and other events on a regular basis. There is parking and a beer garden.

    • Rams Head Inn 248 Slag Lane Lowton WA3 2ED Telephone07459 912911

      Traditional pub opposite Lowton St Luke’s Church, attracting a good local following of all ages either for conversation or sport on TV. A central bar serves a number of separate areas with many wood features and a large brick fireplace. There is ample outside seating in the garden at the side of the pub which also has a play area for children. Quiz nights every Thursday and live bands on Saturday nights.

    • Red Lion 324 Newton Road Lowton WA3 1HE Telephone(01942) 671429

      The Red Lion lies just off the East Lancashire Road near the A572 junction. It was refurbished in Spring 2020 and has a conservatory and large garden area at the back with bowling green. Inside there are two dining areas, a bar and a pool room.

    • Travellers Rest 443 Newton Road Lowton WA3 1NZ Telephone(01925) 293222

      Traditionally country pub and restaurant dating back to the 19th century, between Lowton and Newton-le-Willows, popular with locals, walkers and cyclists. There are a number of seating areas and a separate restaurant with a bar area to the right for drinkers. Outside is a large garden and car park. A private room is available to hire for special occasions. Haydock Park racecourse is only a mile away.

  • Newton-le-Willows
    • Haydock Park Golf Club Newton Lane Newton-le-Willows WA12 0HX Telephone(01744) 894754

      Please check bar opening times with club

  • Tyldesley
    • Colliers Arms 105 Sale Lane Tyldesley M29 8PA

      Small traditional pub which was refurbished and altered in January 2019. There is now one open-plan room which is separated into two seating areas served by one bar. Football and other sporting events are shown on the many screens and the pub can be very busy for big matches. The rotating beers are generally from Regional and National Breweries.

    • Gatehouse Cherington Drive Tyldesley M29 8WE Telephone(01942) 792102

      Indian Gastropub serving small plates, large dishes and takeaway which is friendly and family-oriented. The pub has a central bar area as you enter with a lounge for eating and drinking to the right. To the left there is a bar with areas sectioned off for darts and pool. There is a large TV screen for sports and pub food is served for most of the day. There are regular live entertainment and social events.

    • Mort Arms 235-237 Elliott Street Tyldesley M29 8DG Telephone07584 341099

      The Mort Arms is an atmospheric, community-based pub in Tyldesley town centre. The pub was purchased by Edward Holt II in 1932 and rebuilt the following year. Inside the pub still retains many historic features including engraved wood-panelling, etched glass and beautiful tiled fireplaces. A good place to watch live sports with plenty of TVs for a good viewing point. The pub participates in both the local darts and dominoes leagues.

    • Union Arms 83 Castle Street Tyldesley M29 8EW Telephone(01942) 870645

      This family-friendly pub is part of the local community. The pub is divided into several separate connected rooms. On the left side is the vault and on the right a lounge used at meal times. There is also a large outside patio area. The guest beers are from Wigan Brewhouse (California being the most regular). Fresh home-cooked food served until 7:45pm with lunch on Sundays until 5:45pm. Most sporting events are shown on TV. Once a month they host a lunch for dementia sufferers and carers, featuring music & dance