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Sparking Clog, Radcliffe

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Opens Thu at 11:00am
Radcliffe Moor Road, Radcliffe, M26 3WY (View on Google Map)
(0161) 723 5690
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What a difference a complete refurbishment & a new management team make. From having a dowdy unwelcoming décor and a not very good reputation it is now the exact opposite. When you walk inside you are met with a bright and airy interior and staff that greet you with a cheery smile. Leaning more towards a dining than a drinking experience they still have 3 to 6 real ales , and others from the Marston`s (range usually Marston's, Thwaites, Ringwood and Wychwood), all in good form. With two distinct areas there is plenty of room for both diners and drinkers. A varied choice of well cooked and reasonably priced food is on offer with themed food days and a carvery on Sunday. There is a children`s play area outside with other activities inside to keep them occupied. On Wednesday lunch time they host residents from local care homes with a two course dinner and provide entertainment for them. A vibrant community pub well worth a visit. All cask ales are £2.70 on a Monday

Reopened after refurb 14-3-2025

Information for this venue is provided by the Rochdale Oldham & Bury Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Bury District (B)
Last updated
01/04/2025
Last surveyed
12/04/2019
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Marston's
Pub ID
ROB/279
Asset of Community Value
Monday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Friday
11:00am - Midnight
Saturday
11:00am - Midnight
Sunday
11:00am - 10:30pm
Monday
Noon - 9:00pm
Tuesday
Noon - 9:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 9:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 9:00pm
Friday
Noon - 9:00pm
Saturday
Noon - 9:00pm
Sunday
Noon - 8:00pm
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Current beers

This Pub serves 2 changing beers and 0 regular beers.

Changing

From the Marston's Range

Changing beers typically include: Marston's (varies) , Wainwright - Gold

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Facilities
Sports TV Sports TV
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Live Music Live Music
Garden Garden
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Disabled Access Disabled Access
Parking Parking
Games Games
Restaurant Restaurant
Smoking Smoking
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
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Transport
Close to bus routes

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