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Forresters Arms, Openshaw

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1272 Ashton Old Road, Openshaw, M11 1JJ (View on Google Map)

This Pub is Permanently Closed

Converted 22/6/2015 to office use. Closed 6/11/2014. Planning Application 107641/FO/2014/N2 | Elevational alterations to facilitate the use of public house (Class A4) to two commercial units (Class A1 (Retail) / Class A2 (Financial Services). Granted 22/5/2015.

History A former Kay’s Atlas house, bought by Robinson's in 1929. It had a modern, minimalist appearance, complemented by contemporary paintings on the walls. Formerly consisting of two rooms with the bar in the middle having been partially opened out some time before. Note the difference in the spelling of the pub's name on the hanging sign compared with the original glazed block frieze. Due to falling sales of the cask Robinsons Best Mild, and Best Bitter beers were dropped from sale in early 2013.

Historic Interest

Acquired by Frederic Robinson in 1929 with the purchase of Kays Atlas Brewery.

Information for this venue is provided by the Stockport & South Manchester Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Manchester District (B)
Last updated
18/03/2023
Last surveyed
18/03/2023
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Robinsons Brewery
Pub ID
MAS/4205
Asset of Community Value

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