St. Helens. One of St. Helens' oldest pubs, it dates back to when Thomas Greenall bought the inn as part of his rapidly expanding brewery in St. Helens. It is listed in Greenall's rent book in 1800, so must date back to the 18th century. It once staged cock fights and was frequented by Lords Derby and Gerard.

The interior has lots of brick walls with photos of old St.Helens, and wooden beamed ceilings (that I always am happy to see!) And of course being so close to Rainhill there is the required steam engine memorabilia. As is case (generally) in this part of the country John Smith's Tadcaster was the beer of choice.