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White Lion, Withington

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496 Wilmslow Road, Withington, M20 3BG (View on Google Map)

This Pub is Permanently Closed

Converted 2/6/2011 to a Sainsburys local store. Closed c.1/6/2005. Planning Application 093493/LO/2010/S1 | LISTED BUILDING CONSENT for part demolition of existing ground floor rear extension, two storey extension to the rear fronting Burton Road, internal works to facilitate change of use of building and repair and repainting of stone columns and railings. Granted 10/9/2010.

History: A landmark building in Withington. In its latter days it was styled the Withington Ale House, it sold Wilsons Bitter, Websters Bitter, and Choice. The very large interior had been heavily rusticated to echo what the big brewers considered an 'ale house' theme look at the time.

Historic Interest

Former Wilsons house, the White Lion. In 1904 it was acquired with Kay & Whittaker's Brewery, to become a Wilsons Brewery house.

Information for this venue is provided by the Stockport & South Manchester Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Withington Ale House; White Lion Hotel
Local Authority
Manchester District (B)
Last updated
Last surveyed
21/01/2023
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
unknown
Pub ID
MAS/4516
Asset of Community Value
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