News
Here is the latest news about pubs and breweries in the branch area.
- Cask Again
Tuesday 7 April 2026
Cask beer has reappeared at The Waterside, Leigh
- Greyhoud Pub
Tuesday 7 April 2026
Reopening 20th April, possibility of cask!
- Pub of the Year
Tuesday 7 April 2026
This years award goes to The Atherton Arms, Atherton. Description taken from the Holt's Brewery web site. "The Atherton Arms is brilliant local pub with a good atmosphere and a wide range of entertainment on throughout the week. The pub has become well-known as a great night-out with Steve’s karaoke on a Friday and Saturday, plus live entertainment every Sunday. The pub serves a range of award-winning lagers, well-priced cask ales, bottled beers as well as a large choice of wines and spirits. Check out our monthly offers for a great deal. Towards the back of the pub is a superb beer garden. The Atherton shows live sports on Sky and BT and has plenty of flatscreens to choose from. There’s a dedicated sports lounge with dartboard, pool table and a full-sized snooker all available. There’s also a weekly pub quiz to keep you entertained. The pub has a large air-conditioned function room with a private bar available for hire free of charge.
- Fake Handpump
Friday 13 February 2026
Red Lion, Lane Head, Lowton, has removed cask beer, beer served via the handpump is Brewery Conditioned keg beer. The cask beer range has slowly reduced with each refurbishment and Manager to the point now all cask has been removed.
- New Take Over
Thursday 30 October 2025
White Lion, Leigh, has new team behind the bar, already introduced new cask beers.