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Pubs with Bruce
I've been a beer lover all my life and I love to travel. Combining these is the ultimate experience. As I've traveled, I've immersed myself in the history and folklore of the places I've visited. Join me on my beer journeys. Okay, it's not as good as actually being there, but who knows? You may be inspired to enjoy travels (and beers) of your own.


Sinclairs Oyster Bar
Manchester. Dates back to 1720 when it was located in the Shambles area. Earlier names were the Fleece Inn, the King's Head Tavern, and...
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Nov 30, 20241 min read
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The Crown and Anchor
Manchester, Cateaton Street. Located next to The Old Wellington, this pub dates back to 1793. It is a Joseph Holt (brewing in Manchester...
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Nov 30, 20241 min read
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The Old Wellington
Manchester. Built in 1552 and originally located in the Shambles area, it is the oldest building of its kind in the city. It became a...
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Nov 30, 20241 min read
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Castle Hotel
Manchester. Originally opened as The Crown and Scepter in 1776, although records show that a dwelling has been on this site since the...
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Nov 30, 20241 min read
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Marble Arch
Manchester. Built in 1888 as a show house for McKenna's Brewery. The pub's exterior is made of polished red granite and features an...
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Nov 29, 20241 min read
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Crown and Kettle
Manchester. There are records of a building being at this location since 1734, at one time serving as a courthouse. A pub opened in 1800...
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Nov 29, 20241 min read
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The Shakespeare
Manchester. This iconic black and white timber building was built in Chester in 1656 and was known as The Shambles. In 1928 it was...
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Nov 28, 20241 min read
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Sawyers Arms
Manchester. One of Manchester's oldest pubs, it opened in the 1700s and was officially licensed in 1730 (although the sign on the pub...
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Nov 28, 20241 min read
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Sir Ralph Abercromby
Manchester. Known as the Abercrombie, built in the 19th century and named after Lieutenant General Sir Ralph Abercromby, it is one of the...
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Nov 28, 20241 min read
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The Britons Protection
Manchester. The pub dates from 1806 although a pub named the Anchient Britain occupied the space from 1795. It is one of only three city...
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Nov 28, 20241 min read
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Peveril of the Peak
Manchester. Likely built in the 1830s, perhaps 1820s. The pub's name comes from Sir Walter Scott's novel of the same name, or from a...
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Nov 28, 20241 min read
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Lass O'Gowrie
Manchester. Located on the bank of the River Medlock, the pub appears on maps in 1844 but they may have been serving beer here in 1841....
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Nov 28, 20241 min read
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The Angel Inn
Manchester. Listed as far back as 1794, the date on the building is 1851. Originally the Weavers Arms. Located on busy Rochdale Road and...
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Nov 28, 20241 min read
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The Hare and Hounds
Manchester. Dates back to 1743 or 1778. Very popular with the locals, there is a vault inside the entrance, a lobby area around the...
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Nov 28, 20241 min read
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The Lower Turks Head
Manchester. Dating back to 1745, The Lower Turks Head was once an old stagecoach stop. The exterior has beautiful ornate tiling and the...
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Nov 27, 20241 min read
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Crown and Anchor
Manchester (Hilton Street). The pub and its name dates back to 1791. Maroon glazed tiles cover the exterior and the "Chesters Ales" signs...
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Nov 26, 20241 min read
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The City Arms
Manchester. The pub's history dates back to 1852 with the current building dating to 1930. The entrance is on the left side of the bar (a...
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Nov 26, 20241 min read
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The Seven Oaks
Manchester. Located on the edge of the Chinatown district, this pub dates back to 1824. There is a spacious open area surrounding a...
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Nov 26, 20241 min read
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The Circus Tavern
Manchester. Built in 1790 it claims to have the smallest bar in Europe and also one of the oldest pubs in Manchester, dating from 1842...
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Nov 26, 20241 min read
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