The Baum, Rochdale

Seen a few bands here in my time - it has now closed and has been replace by the old 'Dome nightclub' venue [Admin edit: actioned 4/1/10]

This is my local, it’s not my closest pub being about a mile from where I live, but it’s my local, because it’s such a good pub. It’s next door to the Co-op Museum in the conservation area so it looks the part. Wine bar meets real ale bar feel with wood panelling and floors, has old metal adverts all over the walls along with hundreds of pump clips from past guest ales. It’s one large horseshoe shaped room really, but with several distinct areas including a conservatory. Large walled garden with 2 boules pistes and lots of bench seating out the back. Has 6 handpumps selling ever changing guests which always include one from Phoenix and a real cider. Large range of bottled beers from around the world and a good selection of wines. Also does food throughout the day, both tapas and larger meals. GBG regular and won the Rochdale, Oldham & Bury CAMRA Pub of the Year award for 2009. What can I say, it’s the best pub in Rochdale, come along and try it.

Official site of the Baum, includes menus - www.thebaum.co.uk

Official site of the Baum, includes menus - www.thebaum.co.uk