George & Dragon, Heaton Chapel, Stockport

Fine-looking Greene King pub in a prominent position on the crossroads, with plenty of interesting detailing on both facades. The multi-room interior has been remodelled and refurbished over the years, but the more traditional wood-panelled seating area to the left of the bar remains a feature. Apart from that, this appears to be a thriving local, offering food (from a standard menu) but also retaining a pool table, etc. Disappointingly, though, just Yardbird (£4.25) available from the five handpumps on a Friday evening, although reversed clips for IPA, Old Speckled Hen, Old Golden Hen and a guest Tribute were visible.

Official site of George & Dragon - www.johnbarras.com

Official site of George & Dragon - www.johnbarras.com

This is a massive pub. It's all one broken out room but with lots of different ares. There's a pool table, dartboard and lots of TV screens. There's a small function room to the left as you enter. Futher to the left is an outside beer patio which is a real sun trap. 6 handpumps on the bar, but only GK IPA, Robinsons Trooper & a real cider available. The Trooper was in decent nick. Quite busy on my Friday, late afternoon visit. Lots of high vis jackets and a large group of painters having a loud, post work drink. This is a workingmans local in a high income area.

Called here on the 29th of Feb had a couple of pints good few in for a Wednesday dinner time did not see anybody eating it looks as it could be very male orientated and could have its moments. But would call back if around there