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Churchgate
(formerly Brass Cat; Bears Paw; Golden Lion)
11-13 Churchgate
Bolton
BL1 1HU
Opening Times
Monday | Midday - 11.00 pm |
Tuesday | Midday - 11.00 pm |
Wednesday | Midday - 11.00 pm |
Thursday | Midday - 11.00 pm |
Friday | Midday - 2.00 am |
Saturday | Midday - 2.00 am |
Sunday | Midday - 11.00 pm |
Meal Times
11 - 7
Owner
--individual--
About the Pub
Extensively refurbished in 2017, it now has a contemporary style with wooden bar and flooring, white walls and some exposed beams. There is a plaque on the wall describing the pub's history and various name changes since 1772. The pub is now split into two open areas linked by a disorientating sloped floor. The lively bar leads to a rear seating area with doors opening to a comfortable and partially covered beer garden and smoking area. There are numerous TVs and a large screen at the back, making it an ideal place to watch sports events. The bar itself is now on the side wall and has four handpumps The pub has joined the trend for hosting an extensive gin selection and this is sure to help cement the venue as one which will attract a boisterous and lively crowd at weekends and provide a welcome addition to the town's nightlife.
Historic Interest
There is an undated plaque on the wall describing the pub's early history and various name changes since 1772. (see photo)
Regular cask ales
This pub serves 3 regular beers.
- Joseph Holt Bitter
- Moorhouse's Scaredy Cat
- Moorhouse's White Witch
Features
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Real Ale Available
Facilities
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Disabled Access
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Pub Garden
Table and chairs at front of pub, Patio area at the rear.
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Family Friendly
Baby Changing facilities and children welcome until 6pm.
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Traditional Pub Games
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Live Music
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Newspapers
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Smoking Area
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Sports TV
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Wifi
View on Larger Map
Churchgate
11-13 Churchgate
Bolton
BL1 1HU
Sat Nav Reference
Transport
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Close to Bus Routes
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Close to Railway Station
Nearby Bus Routes (30m)
Many outgoing services pass close to the pub, the interchange is 600M away.
Nearby Station (700m)
Bolton
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