Meet at 1.00pm at the Crown on Chapel Street, Chorley. Pubs to visit will include those listed below. It is always a good afternoon out in Chorley. Trains and buses run regularly from Bolton but please check on the times of the Christmas services for both train and bus.
Closely following on from our previous Pub of the Year, delayed due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the Branch is pleased to announce our 2021 Pub of the Year is the Cob and Coal, Tommyfield Market, Oldham.
The award was presented to Michelle and Chris Riley at a presentation on Saturday 24th July.
A very enthusiastic crowd of members of the local branch
of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) gathered in Oldham for their
first social event since Government restrictions were lifted. A visit to a
number of Oldham’s finest pubs was on the agenda, with the added bonus of the
opportunity to present the branch’s annual Pub of the Year Award to the
deserved winner, the Cob and Coal Tap in Oldham’s Tommyfield Market.
Presenting the framed certificate to landlady Michelle Riley,
Peter Alexander, Chairman of the Rochdale, Oldham and Bury branch remarked on
the pleasure of the occasion. The award itself, he continued, is voted for
by our discerning members and is against very tough competition. Peter
continued “The Cob and Coal Tap is a relatively new venture, and it is to
Michelle’s credit that the micropub has shot to the top of the affection of not
only local CAMRA members, but real ale and cider drinkers in Oldham and far
beyond. Our members voted overwhelmingly for the Cob and Coal and with
its fantastic range of well-kept real ales, a stunning array of
traditional ciders and the very warm welcome to guests, showing that putting
real ale and cider at the forefront of your offer, is not only great for CAMRA
members and other local drinkers, but a sound business decision.” He hoped
others would note and emphasised that the award should be seen as a challenge
to all pubs in the Branch area as something to aspire to.
The photo shows Michelle Riley and Branch Chairman Peter Alexander.
The Horwich Beer Walk will begin at the Bank Top Ale House. Meeting at 1.00pm. The walk will continue by visiting the following pubs. Anyone not wanting the walk from the Ale House to the other pubs can catch the 125 bus which stops outside the Ale House. Any one that wants a diversion can walk to JR’s Ale House on Chorley New Road and meet up with us again later
If you need more information email social@bolton.camra.org.uk or if you can’t make the start and want to catch up with us, please call Gill on 07967585670.
After being closed for a long time, and having received a sympathetic refurbishment which has preserved the original features the Railway in Broadheath has re-opened as an Irish themed pub
Inside has been cleaned and re-painted. The original seating has been retained and re-covered. Some missing arms have been wonderfully reproduced and replaced. The lounge has had the carpeting removed to reveal original oak parquet flooring. The fireplace is as was with the mirror and a real fire. There are now TVs for sport.
The kitchen has been replaced and food will be available soon. The toilets have been tiled and painted
Outside additional seating has been provided with six picnic tables and umbrellas along the side of the building.
Jerry the landlord says he plans is to have two Real Ales, one from Brakespears range and Marstons Pedigree.
So its good to have positive news about one of the branches oldest pubs, especially one thats on the Camra National Herritage Pubs list.
Our first social since lockdown started last year. This time we are visiting Bolton to support our local pubs instead of going further afield. The plan is to meet at 12.00 at our first venue, The Vaults. Pubs to be visited are as follows:
We can expect good quality cask ales from all pubs mentioned.
It would be good if we have an idea of the number of people joining the social. If you are planning to attend can you please either text me on 07967 585670 or drop me an email on social@bolton.camra.org.uk
The Pubs APPG is a group of MPs from across parliament, and our goal is to promote and campaign for the interests of pubs, landlords and the communities around these pubs both in Westminster and beyond.
Today, with the support of CAMRA, we’re launching an Inquiry.
We want to listen to you and make recommendations to the Government about the best ways to support pubs in the coming months.
I want to ask you to take part and make your voice heard. You can get involved on our website by taking a short survey, just click on the link here.
Member Jim Brunt has produced a very useful and welcome map showing you which pubs are open from April 17th. Click on the link to take you to the map. A few caveats – we arent yet aware of the status of some pubs, but we will update as soon as people tell us they are open, or members inform us a pub is open. Also some pubs are operating a booking system so its best to call them before you visit – you could be disappointed.
These are the Branch pubs which we understand have reopened for outdoor-service since 12th April. This information is our best knowledge but we can’t guarantee it is correct. Please check opening times and booking arrangements before you go. Be aware that you need to check in or sign in for test and trace so please be prepared and be patient with bar staff.
Please keep us informed of other reopened pubs at pubs@bolton.camra.org.uk If you do visit a pub try to order a fresh cask beer if available and give it a score on whatpub.com
Alma Inn Barristers/Swan Hen & Chickens York Northern Monkey (from Friday) Victoria Inn (Fanny’s), Markland Hill Bob’s Smithy Inn (from Friday) Beaumont Arms, Ladybridge Waggon & Horses, Westhoughton White Lion, Westhoughton Robert Shaw, Westhoughton Cherry Tree, Blackrod Goose & Gander, Blackrod Red Lion, Blackrod Poacher, Blackrod Beeley’s, Horwich Original Bay Horse, Horwich Blundell Arms, Horwich Jolly Crofters, Horwich Brewery Bar, Horwich Tails and Ale, Horwich (from Saturday) Wayoh Brewing Co, Horwich Crofters, Bradshaw Railway, Bromley Cross Nook & Cranny, Bromley Cross Spread Eagle, Bromley Cross White Horse, Harwood The Thomas Egerton Mosley Arms, Breightmet Britannia, Farnworth Market St Tavern, Stoneclough Grapes, Stoneclough Kearsley & Ringley Conservative Club (members only) Horseshoe, Ringley Unity Brook Inn, Kearsley Wilton Arms, Belmont
Across the country, pubs are now permitted to serve in outdoor areas only (with “outdoor” being defined the same as for smoking areas – if space has a roof, 50% of more of the walls must be open). Thankfully councils across the region are also allowing extended use of pavements and closed streets.
CAMRA branches across the region have been actively updating the listings on WhatPub.com with information on which pubs are opening when, which pubs require bookings and who is welcoming “walk ups”.
Click here to see listings for across Greater Manchester…
It’s table service only everywhere and all customers must either check in using the NHS Test and Trace app or log their contact details with the pub for Test & Trace purposes. These aren’t the pub’s rule, it’s the governments – so please don’t argue with their server.
