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Ralph's Wife's, Banks

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Opens at 2:00pm
4 Hoole Lane, Banks, PR9 8BD (View on Google Map)
(01704) 214678
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A coffee shop and bar with two changing real ales. Now the only real ale outlet in Banks since the closure of the New Fleetwood in July 2020. Has the usual friendly, welcoming attributes of micropubs. Extended in 2024 to nearly twice its size although these is some seating outside. Tea and coffee are also served, including a range of speciality teas. They have held tapas nights and cheese and wine events. Welcome addition to the real ale scene in Southport and West Lancashire.

Information for this venue is provided by the Central Lancashire Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
West Lancashire District (B)
Last updated
27/08/2025
Last surveyed
08/06/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
unknown
Pub ID
SOU/371
Asset of Community Value
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Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
4:00pm - 10:00pm
Thursday
4:00pm - 10:00pm
Friday
2:00pm - 11:00pm
Saturday
2:00pm - 11:00pm
Sunday
2:00pm - 9:00pm
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Current beers

This Pub serves 2 changing beers and 0 regular beers.

Changing

Changing beers typically include: Bank Top (varies) , Southport (seasonal) , Three B's

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Facilities
Garden Garden
seating outside
Parking Parking
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
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Transport
Close to bus routes

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