Manchester brewer, Joseph Holt spent a considerable sum in 2014 turning what had been a rather humdrum building a decade before into a gleaming, airy, well-lit local, successfully marrying the needs of the drinker with those of the diner. The former vault and lounge were combined, plus a conservatory constructed to one side. The dining area is at the back of the semi-open plan lounge where light oak wainscoting gives a manorial atmosphere. There’s also a pizza/deli/ice cream counter as you enter. Built into the front of the building is a covered veranda which pioneered the provision of external smoking areas even before the legislation was introduced. On the Finney Lane side there is still part of the pub that might be described as a vault area, so drinkers are very much welcome. There is an extensive range of Holt’s bottled beers available.
Historic Interest
Opened on a nearby site in 1786 as the Black Griffin Inn. The Griffin was then moved north to its current site some time in the 1870s. Purchased by Manchester brewer, Joseph Holt in 1913. In 1967 the new Griffin (current building) was opened, and the original building closer to the road, was demolished. 2006-7 saw a major re-modelling inside and out take place; then a further change to its current incarnation took place in 2016. For in-depth historical information see - https://healdgreenheritage.wixsite.com/home/the-griffin
This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 2 regular beers.
Changing beers typically include: Bootleg (seasonal)
Source: Local
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