The Station Hotel, Preston

A large and bustling sports pub by the side of the station, with lots of TV screens, pool tables etc. and an appropriate set of customers. There is a small patio area to the rear. Ales on were Marstons 61 Deep and Robinsons Unicorn - condition seemed ok.

Now owned by ‘Blind Tiger Inns’ and modernised in a sports bar style. The pub is finally clean and pleasant, at least in the day time, and offers train timetables on one of the TV screens. plenty of real ale offers advertised but unfortunately today’s choice was 61 Deep and a weird, sweet tasting Doom Bar. Staff and clientele are young and the music is terrible, with more of a nightclub feeling. It’s a very slight improvement and it has probably found a market for itself, I doubt I’ll be calling here again though.

A pleasing pub to have a drink in before your train is due. A modern refurb that's not too bad. Real ales available.