Castle Hotel, Manchester

One of Manchester’s historic pubs and a Robinson’s house. It’s always been a bit scruffy and remains so even though I think they’ve had a bit of a refurb recently. I remembered it as having a plethora of knick knacks and tat behind the bar but most of that is gone now. Also gone is the macabre mosaic which allegedly included the ashes of a long time landlady. Back in her day you’d likely get thrown out for having the temerity to ask for a pint of Old Tom, it was halves only. Lost a bit of character but still one to visit.