The Pied Bull Hotel, Newton-Le-Willows

The parking at the front of the Pied Bull has been replaced by a raised patio area with seating either side of the entrance which is covered by jumbrellas. Steps lead down to a row of picnics at the front and this welcoming outside area is separated from the passing path by a row of planters. The dimly lit interior is L-shaped with a bar counter along the rear wall to the right where it faces some high tables along the centre and then banquette seating in the front windows either side of the entrance. To the left is split-level seating and at the rear is a short banquette next to the rear entrance. Premium and craft keg was available and three of the four hand pumps were drawing Sharp’s Doom Bar, Black Sheep and Laine’s Bull Brew Pale Ale, the latter being on the turn. I was hoping for more, but I’d give this place another chance if passing.