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Operator: Churchgate Bolton Ltd
11-13 Churchgate, Bolton, BL1 1HU (View on Google Map)
07754 667992
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Extensively refurbished in 2017, it now has a contemporary style with wooden bar and flooring, white walls and some exposed beams. There is a plaque on the wall describing the pub's history and various name changes since 1772. The pub is now split into two open areas linked by a disorientating sloped floor. The lively bar leads to a rear seating area with doors opening to a comfortable and partially covered beer garden and smoking area. There are numerous TVs and a large screen at the back, making it an ideal place to watch sports events. The pub has joined the trend for hosting an extensive gin selection and this is sure to help cement the venue as one which will attract a lively crowd especially at weekends.

Historic Interest

There is an undated plaque on the wall describing the pub's early history and various name changes since 1772. (see photo) In 1982 it was a Tetley keg pub called the Golden Lion

Information for this venue is provided by the Bolton Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Brass Cat; Hungry Horse; Bears Paw; Golden Lion
Local Authority
Bolton District (B)
Last updated
15/06/2025
Last surveyed
15/06/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
individual
Pub ID
BOL/118
Asset of Community Value
Monday
Noon - 11:00pm
Tuesday
Noon - 11:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 11:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 11:00pm
Friday
Noon - 2:00am
Saturday
Noon - 2:00am
Sunday
Noon - 11:00pm
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Facilities
Sports TV Sports TV
Live Music Live Music
DJ on Friday and Saturday nights, guests on Sunday
Garden Garden
Table and chairs at front of pub, Patio area at the rear
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Baby Changing facilities and children welcome until 6pm
Disabled Access Disabled Access
Events Events
Tuesday 3pm Karaoke
Games Games
Newspapers Newspapers
Smoking Smoking
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
Transport
Close to bus routes (30m)
Many outgoing services pass close to the pub, the interchange is 600M away
Nearby Station (700m)
Bolton

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