The Baum, Rochdale

Looks like I just missed Brainy Pool. I was there 3pm on the 23rd August. I quite this level of serendipity. I had a comment on my walking blog about Brid's cross brewery after my last stage of the GM Ringway. 12 miles walked today and I noticed a 4x4 with the branding on the spare wheel cover, then a little later on route, a black van in their livery. Baum was also recommended to me - and on arrival, a full tap takeover, as its their first anniversary. Then someone talking about them on here. What are the chances! Anyway, the pub is exactly my type - a well converted shop, full of nick nacks, with some comfy seating in the windows, wooden floors and a nice bar. I went for a delightful Under the Eildon Tree - a WC IPA. Wish the trains had been running as planned (storm Lillian) and I could have stayed longer.

Called in here after the interesting museum next door. it’s Rochdale’s destination pub; on my visit it had a tap takeover by local Brids Cross brewery “inspired by folklore”. Comfortable and quirky interior and a friendly barman who will talk to you about the beers. enjoyed the Baum Rabbit, an easy drinking pale ale. Food is served and looked good and hearty.