Weavers Arms, Bolton (Mop)

The Mop was a small traditional gem of a backstreet boozer. Many Boltonians didn't even know of its existence. Its survival laid testament to the friendly welcome. The pub sat alone in a small side street off Halliwell Rd. As you walked in, turning right into the small cosy bar which led into a snug with serving hatch to the bar. This area was later dominated by a pool table. On the left was a larger lounge. Out back was an extensive smoking and garden area. Rock bands often played at weekends. It could be argued that the pub would have benefited from some improvements, but more importantly it retained a traditional charm which had already been lost in so many other similar premises which are also now a fading memory.

To find out more about this now closed pub a summary is included below, use the links to read more details and see photos of the pub.
CAMRA Bolton February 1982 List of Pubs 264 : Historical Information
What's Doing March 1984 : Historical Information
Beer in Bolton 1989 : Weavers Arms (Mop)
Bolton Pub Scene 3 : Bolton Drinker and Pub Scene 1993 to 1995
What's Doing July 1996 : Historical Information
Bolton Beer Break 2012-2020 : Bolton Beer Break 18 Summer 2017
Bolton News 2015: Newspaper Article
facebook page : Pub Photo etc
facebook page : Pub Photos etc