The Ashton Arms, Oldham

Excellent real ale pub sited in a good location in Oldham centre.It is an open plan type design with the bar on the right just up a couple of steps.I think there was 7 cask beers on when i called in and found the barman very helpful when asking for directions.Worth a visit.

Nothing that special to look at, but once inside you get an immediate impression that this is a proper pub with a friendly atmosphere that will appeal to regulars and visitors alike. The split-level, single bar layout is perhaps a little awkward, but on the other hand it gives a range of seating areas to suit different sized groups. I think I counted six real ales and two draught ciders, and my pint of the local Boggart Rum Porter was first class (as is the pub as whole).