Wirral

Campaign for Real Ale

Campaign for Real Ale

Pub Guide

Wirral CAMRA has provided details on all of the pubs serving Real Ale within our area and is available on the map and list below.

  • Barnston
    • Fox & Hounds 107 Barnston Road Barnston CH61 1BW Telephone(0151) 648 7685

      Built in 1910 to replace a former alehouse and barn, it had a major refurbishment in 2018 which included the addition of a large conservatory extension to the lounge for dining and a larger outside seating area to the rear of the pub. Now with an emphasis on food although the small traditional bar and snug of the old pub have been retained but with a hole in the wall between the two rooms - meaning the snug is not as 'snug' as it once was.

  • Bebington
    • Acorn Village Road Bebington CH63 8PT Telephone(0151) 608 3216

      Modern pub with large open plan area subdivided into separate areas.

    • Collaboration 11 Church Road Bebington CH63 7PG

      Opened on 27 March 2024. New comfortable friendly and tastefully decorated micropub in shopping area in Bebington Village. Large car park behind shops on opposite side of road.

    • Hoptimist 9 Broadway Bebington CH63 5ND

      New micro pub opened on 28 March 2024 in converted shop in shopping area by roundabout. Smartly decorated comfortable one room bar. Parking in free public car park behind the pub accessed from Broadway.

    • Kings Arms Kings Lane Bebington CH63 8NR Telephone(01564) 47855

      Large pub now part of the Flaming Grill chain. Beer served from large central bar. Outside drinking areas to front and rear.

    • Mississippi's Lounge & Bar 4 Lancelyn Court, Spital Road Bebington CH63 9JP Telephone07715 802142

      Small sports bar in small shopping precinct opposite the Three Stags pub, despite outside appearance, it has the feel of a traditional pub inside. Following a chance of management in summer of 2015, real ale was introduced with Brimstage Trappers Hat appearing in November 2015. Free snacks at half time when football is showing at weekends.

    • Prost! Bottle Shop 27D Church Road Bebington CH63 7PG

      New off licence opened in December 2022 offering a good range of bottled and canned beers from the UK and around the world.

    • Rose & Crown 57 The Village Bebington CH63 7PL Telephone(0151) 644 5829

      The pub reopened in April 2018 after a period of closure. A former coaching inn built in 1732, it is now a thriving locals' pub with a lounge, small bar and a games room. In addition to the three permanent Thwaites beers there are between four and five guests from the Thwaites list or from local breweries. Live music on Saturday night and quiz night on Sunday. Free car parking is available nearby. The pub is adjacent to Mayer Park and a short walk from Port Sunlight Village, founded by William Hesketh Lever in 1888 to house his soap factory workers. In the village is the Lady Lever Art Gallery, home to one of the most beautiful collections of art in the country Local CAMRA Branch Pub of Excellence award in 2022 and Community Pub award in 2024.

    • Three Stags 87 Church Road Bebington CH63 3EA Telephone(0151) 334 8115

      Large busy open plan pub with regularly changing range of real ales.

    • Traveller's Rest 169 Mount Road Bebington CH63 8PJ Telephone(0151) 608 2988

      Former coaching inn, this popular cosy traditional pub is by the edge of Storeton Woods and has a country pub feel. Decorated throughout with brasses and bric-a-brac. The main area has a central bar and there are two side rooms. The guest ales are sometimes from local microbreweries. Real cider sometimes available. Quiz night on Monday and live music on Saturday. Good traditional home cooked pub food. No evening meals Monday and Tuesday.

    • Wellington 10 The Village Bebington CH63 7PW Telephone(0151) 645 3542

      Refurbished in May 2024, large bright lively interior served from a single bar but with some smaller more intimate areas. Pleasant outside seating at rear of pub. Beer range may change and real ale may not always be available.

  • Birkenhead
    • Birkenhead Park Rugby Club Park Road North Birkenhead CH41 8AA Telephone(0151) 652 4646

      Situated inside Birkenhead Park

    • Brass Balance 39-47 Argyle Street Birkenhead CH41 6AB Telephone(0151) 650 8950

      Busy town centre Wetherspoon's with a large modern bar and outside courtyard drinking area. The pub takes its name from a previous resident, the firm of W & T Avery, manufacturers of brass balances and other weighing machines. A popular meeting place for shoppers, office workers and local residents, good value food is served all day until 11pm. Discounts on guest real ales all day on Monday and Saturday. Real Cider or Perry sometimes available.

    • Gallaghers Traditional Pub 20 Chester Street Birkenhead CH41 5DQ Telephone(0151) 649 9095

      Multiple award winning free house, rescued after closure and refurbished in 2010 as a unique pub with barber's shop. The barber's shop business closed in 2016 creating more room for pub customers. Close to the Mersey Ferries, the pub is decorated with a fascinating range of military memorabilia and a collection of shipping images. The pub can be dominated by several TV screens. The outside area at the rear of the pub has a retractable roof. The mural on the side wall of the pub was completed in February 2020 and commemorates the sinking of HMS Birkenhead and the Birkenhead Drill, 'women and children first.' Live music every Sunday from 6.30pm. Quiz night on Tuesday. The pub sometimes sells real cider. Pub of Excellence Award in the local CAMRA Branch Pub of the Year Competition 2024.

    • Peerless Brewery Off License 8 Pool Street Birkenhead CH41 3NL Telephone(0151) 647 7688

      The brewery shop and office is at the entrance of the brewery.

    • Riverview 16 Chester Street Birkenhead CH41 5DQ Telephone(0151) 647 4368

      New licensees (in 2017) reintroduced real ale which in April 2018 included beers from the new Higsons Brewery. Selection of home cooked freshly prepared food available.

    • Stork Hotel 41-43 Price Street Birkenhead CH41 6JN Telephone07375 884066

      Real Ale rarely available. Street corner local in central Birkenhead close to Hamilton Square. Built in 1840, this Grade II listed highly ornate pub has a wonderful mosaic floor, etched glass and carved wood. It retains many original wall fittings plus a circular bar with leaded stained glass serving two further rooms including the 'news room'.

    • Swinging Arm 61-63 Church Street Birkenhead CH41 5EG Telephone(0151) 647 0197

      Hidden in a residential area not far from the Woodside ferry terminal and offering some of the best views of the Liverpool waterfront, the Swinging Arm is a casual quiet boozer by day and a busy venue by night. A great little live music venue catering to rockers and bikers of any age, size and shape.

  • Brimstage
    • Brimstage Brewery Home Farm, Brimstage Lane Brimstage CH63 6HY Telephone(0151) 342 1181

      The brewery sells bottles, cans, beer boxes and casks of Brimstage beers. Check availability and opening times before visiting.

  • Bromborough
    • Bow-Legged Beagle 11 Allport Lane Bromborough CH62 7HH

      The third pub in the local Bow-Legged Beagle chain of micropubs, this one was opened in March 2020. It is located in a former shop in the main street, near the ancient market cross in the centre of Bromborough and is convenient for buses and a 10-minute walk from Bromborough Rake station. A friendly and comfortable pub, the selection of cask ales usually includes a session pale and a stronger IPA, plus a bitter or amber brew and a stout or porter. CAMRA Wirral Branch Pub of the Season Autumn 2021 and local CAMRA branch Cellarmanship award in 2022 and 2023. Pub of Excellence Award in the local CAMRA Branch Pub of the Year Competition 2024.

    • Bromborough Golf Club Raby Hall Road Bromborough CH63 0NW Telephone(0151) 334 2155

      Golf Club in the heart of the Wirral surrounded by rolling countryside

    • Hop 122 Allport Road Bromborough CH62 6AQ Telephone07902 020909

      Micropub opened in September 2022 in a former bakery, a short walk from Bromborough station. A traditional pub with seating capacity for 48 people plus a little standing room. Cask beer is mainly from local or regional breweries. Rotating selection of keg beers, wines and spirits.

    • Merebrook Greenfields Avenue Bromborough CH62 6DD Telephone(0151) 343 0967

      Busy comfortable modern pub next to the train station. Pub opens early for breakfast at 9am and food served all day until 10pm. Alcohol on sale from 10.30am. Occasional (e.g. at Christmas) guest beers available.

  • Burton
  • Caldy
    • Caldy Golf Club Links Hey Road Caldy CH48 1NB Telephone(0151) 625 5660

      Upmarket location overlooking River Dee

  • Eastham
    • Anselmians RUFC Eastham Village Road Eastham CH62 0BJ Telephone(0151) 327 1613

      At edge of village near main road. Beer range varies.

    • Hooton Arms 89 Eastham Village Road Eastham CH62 0AN Telephone07500 556650

      Friendly street corner pub in centre of village. Traditional decor and furnishings, on the walls there are old pictures and photographs of the village and historial maps of the area.

    • Montgomery Pub & Kitchen 47 Stanley Lane Eastham CH62 0AG Telephone(0151) 328 1151

      Under new management in January 2020 so information may change. Situated in the middle of the village opposite the church. Extensively refurbished and reopened in June 2013 as a smart gastropub. However the seating can be cramped and the only seating available to non-diners may be restricted to bar stools. Quiz night Thursday and live music on Friday.

    • Tap 1a Ferry Road Eastham CH62 0AJ

      Friendly and cosy country pub with fantastic views of the River Mersey, next to the site of the ferry pier and situated in Eastham Country Park. Known as a bikers' pub, it is popular with all. The 3 changing beers are from the Marstons range. The black & white photo shows the Pier Bar in 1983.

  • Egremont
    • Ferry 48 Tobin Street Egremont CH44 8DF Telephone(0151) 637 1674

      Refurbished and reopened in March 2014 following long period of closure. Situated on the Mersey promenade near the site of the former Egremont Ferry, the pub is split into several drinking areas including a split level - with games area below and comfortable lounge area above with panoramic views of the River Mersey and the Liverpool waterfront. Another lounge area at bar level has views towards the mouth of the Mersey. Attractively decorated throughout with old photographs of the local area and other nautical themes. Food is served daily until 9pm. Guest beers may be from local breweries.

    • Park View Social Club 86-88 Liscard Road Egremont CH44 8AB Telephone(0151) 638 1055

      Members club in large converted house opposite park. The Club has a full premises license to sell alcohol to non members and welcomes visitors. Awaiting a further details

  • Greasby
    • Coach & Horses Greasby Road Greasby CH49 3NG Telephone(0151) 677 4509

      Charming whitewashed traditional street-corner local. The building dates back nearly 300 years. The pub has the atmosphere of a traditional country local with a compact central bar serving several discrete areas including two small cosy rooms with real warming fires for the winter. Tastefully redecorated in 2021 while retaining all its traditional character. Small garden to the side of the pub. Live music usually on Sunday and a folk/acoustic jam session every Monday.

    • Gravesberie Inn 304 Greasby Road Greasby CH49 2PP Telephone(0151) 677 5445

      Modern open pub acquired and renamed by Greene King in 2019. Food available all day with breakfast served from 7am (8am Sat & Sun) until 11am daily.

    • Greave Dunning 73 Greasby Road Greasby CH49 3NF Telephone(0151) 606 1061

      Large and well decorated in a modern style but with comforts such as gas fires during the colder months it still maintains a comfortable warm welcoming feel. This Ember Inn has done much for the community providing 8 handpumps offering 3 regulars and 5 guests. Good food and a wonderful garden area popular in summer. Often busy at weekends. The black & white photo shows the pub in 1986.

    • Irby Mill 174 Mill Lane Greasby CH49 3NT Telephone(0151) 678 0198

      Originally a miller's house and later a cafe, it opened as a pub in 1980. With thick sandstone walls, low beams and a real fire it comprises a small L-shaped, stone-floored bar and a lounge used mainly by diners. The pub has an excellent reputation for its locally sourced home-made food with a menu to suit most tastes. The nearby Royden Park and Thurstaston Common provide the pub with many passing hikers to supplement the strong local following. The black & white photos show the pub in 1980 and 1992.

    • Manor 91 Greaby Road Greasby CH49 3NF Telephone(0151) 677 7034

      Restaurant, wedding and function venue

    • Red Cat Greasby Road Greasby CH49 3NG Telephone(0151) 677 2747

      Large 1960's pub converted into one room modern interior. In the heart of Greasby village. the Red Cat has been the spiritual home for live music for the village. Threee of the guest beers are from the Greene King range while the fourth is sourced elsewhere.

  • Heswall
    • Beer Lab 53 Telegraph Road Heswall CH60 0AD Telephone(0151) 342 5475

      Heswall’s first micropub opened in 2018 in a former cycle shop, an easy five minutes’ walk from the main shopping area and the bus station. The relaxed, minimalist single-room bar is bright and airy, making the most of the available space. A good range of up to eight real ciders are always on the bar together with Belgian bottled beers. Beer is served in pint, one-third and two-third measures only (no half-pints). Local CAMRA Cider Pub of the Year 2020, 2021 and 2022 and Merseyside and Cheshire region cider Pub of the Year runner up 2022.

    • Black Horse School Hill Heswall CH60 0DP Telephone(0151) 345 0248

      Situated in lower Heswall this large four storey pub was built about 1900 and was formerly the Heswall Hotel. It comprises a stone built central section with a mock timber frame on the top two floors making this an attractive imposing building. The sports TV can dominate. Quiz on Wednesday at 7:45pm. The old photo was taken in 1980. Bar snacks include pies and sausage rolls.

    • Bow-Legged Beagle 192 Telegraph Road Heswall CH60 0AL

      On the main road close to Heswall bus station, this is the fourth and largest of the local Bow-Legged Beagle chain of micro-pubs opened on 22nd September 2023. A friendly and comfortable pub with an outside patio at the rear and seating on the pavement at the front. The selection of cask ales usually includes a session pale and a stronger IPA, plus a bitter or amber brew and a stout or porter.

    • Dee View Inn 2 Dee View Road Heswall CH60 0DH Telephone(0151) 345 9165

      Homely, traditional local built in the late 1800s offering a warm welcome, it has retained its character and friendly atmosphere. It sits on a hairpin bend by the war memorial and famous mirror, with views over the Dee Estuary and close to the Wirral Way path. There is live music on the last Saturday of the month. No food served but customers can bring their own food or get takeaways delivered. Cask Club on Tuesday with discount on cask beers.

    • Devon Doorway 2 Telegraph Road Heswall CH60 2SA Telephone(0151) 348 4462

      Located on a busy roundabout, postcard pretty pub with wooden frame and thatched roof. Well maintained landscaped gardens to front and rear offering plenty of seating. Sympathetic dining room extension to the rear is in keeping with the rest of the building. Open plan throughout with lots of polished wood, high quality fittings and friendly knowledgeable staff helping to provide high quality throughout. .

    • Harry Beswick 140-144 Telegraph Road Heswall CH60 0AH Telephone(0151) 665 0040

      A new pub restaurant named after its architect, converted from a former police station. The pub drinking area to the left merges into a dining area to the right with the bar on the back wall serving the whole pub. Police memorabilia decorates one wall of the bar area. 50p discount per pint of cask ale every Monday.

    • Harvest Mouse 164 Pensby Road Heswall CH60 7RQ Telephone(0151) 342 7985

      Large pub in unusual building incorporating a windmill which never worked. Refurbished in November 2016.

    • Heswall Golf Club Cottage Lane, Gayton Heswall CH60 8PB Telephone(0151) 342 1237

      Clubhouse with panoramic views over the River Dee and the hills of North Wales

    • Heswall Squash Racqets Club Gayton Playing Fields, Brimstage Road Heswall CH60 1XG Telephone(0151) 342 2817

      On outskirts of Heswall near busy roundabout. The beer is usually from Brimstage Brewery

    • Johnny Pye 5 Pye Road Heswall CH60 0DB Telephone(0151) 342 8215

      Situated on the site of an old bus depot and adjacent to the new bus station, this lively, modern open plan pub is named after a local entrepreneur, Johnny Pye who was responsible for starting the local bus service. Close to the main shopping area, the pub has a strong local focus with real ale and regular live music events raising money for local charities.

    • Jug & Bottle 15 Mount Avenue Heswall CH60 4RH Telephone(0151) 342 5535

      Originally a private house built in the 1870s, converted to offices before becoming a pub, changing to its current name in 1993. Hidden behind the village hall and library it is a short distance from the the main shopping street. With a strong emphasis on food, the open fires and different cosy areas inside create a warm and friendly atmosphere while the decking outside gives fine views towards the the River Dee and North Wales.

    • Prense Well 1-5 The Mount Heswall CH60 4RE Telephone(0151) 342 5599

      Re-named and re-opened on June 28th 2022 after an extensive refurbishment by Wetherspoons. This is a large smart open plan bar which is proving very popular with locals. The pub is named after a large well that used to serve the area and was located nearby.

  • Hoylake
    • Black Toad 32 Market Street Hoylake CH47 2AF Telephone07835 360691

      Micropub opened in July 2019 in an abandoned shop unit on the main shopping street in the centre of Hoylake. The narrow main room and bar is attractively decorated with simple furniture. The pub expanded into the next door shop in 2020 to create a new lounge area while the small room at the rear is now a well stocked bottle shop. At the rear is a pleasant beer garden. The owners ensure a balanced selection of cask beers at all times. Local CAMRA Pub of the Year runner up in 2024.

    • Green Lodge Hotel 2 Stanley Road Hoylake CH47 1HW Telephone(0151) 632 2321

      Renovated in 2013 with a large well kept garden this Marston's pub on edge of town centre is popular locally for it's food and has a multiple level bar/dining area extending outside. Close to the Royal Liverpool Golf Club. The black & white photos show the pub in 1980 and 1984. Quiz on Thursdays.

    • Hoylake Lights 52 Market Street Hoylake CH47 2AF Telephone(0151) 632 1209

      Wetherspoons pub in main shopping street takes its name from the local lighthouses. Refurbished in 2014 to make a bright attractive open pub.

    • Hoylake RUFC Carham Road Hoylake CH47 4FF Telephone(0151) 632 2538

      Tucked away off an industrial area.

    • Hoylake Sailing Club North Parade Hoylake CH47 2AS Telephone(0151) 632 2616

      Trappers Hat is always available. Thwaites Original is available only at busy times such as Lifeboat Open Day or Regatta Day

    • Plasterers Arms 35 Back Seaview Hoylake CH47 2DJ Telephone07546 327101

      Friendly, traditional two room pub in an old fishing community, sadly long gone. A pub on this site for over 270 years, it has really interesting decor including information about the pub and local history. Note the mirrored ceiling. Only 150 yards to the beach, it is popular with walkers and bird watchers and a short walk to Market Street for local shops, buses and the railway station. The outside seating area was extended in 2021 and there is a children's playground in the park opposite. Regular entertainment at weekends and quiz night on Thursday. There is plenty of convenient street parking near the pub. Local Branch Pub of the Season 2022.

    • Royal Liverpool Golf Club Meols Drive Hoylake CH47 4AL Telephone(0151) 632 3101

      Smart established club which hosts many major tournaments.

    • Ship Inn Market Street Hoylake CH47 3BB Telephone(0151) 632 4426

      Popular town centre pub set back from the busy main shopping street, with a single L-shaped bar area, old beams have been retained in the back lounge. Good value bar meals are served. Quiz night on Wednesday. An impressive selection of gin, rum and whisky. The large, secluded garden at the rear has a pond.

  • Irby
    • Anchor Inn 1 Thurstaston Road Irby CH61 0HA Telephone(0151) 648 1698

      Extensively refurbished for an upmarket “opulent” feel, the anchor is definitely an alfresco gastro pub, specialising in high quality. Set in beautiful surroundings and right next to a local public footpath to Thurstaton it is frequented by tourists and locals alike. Extensive outside areas provide alternative seating during the warmer months.

    • Crafty Tavern 5-7 Mill Hill Road Irby CH61 4UB

      New two room micro pub in former restaurant in the centre of Irby village.

    • Irby Club The Rookery, 15 Thingwall Road Irby CH61 3UA Telephone(0151) 648 1732

      Members only club founded in August 1933 and situated in a former farmhouse.

    • Irby Cricket Club Mill Hill Road Irby CH61 4XQ Telephone(0151) 648 4155
    • Shippons 6 Thingwall Road Irby CH61 3UA Telephone(0151) 648 0449

      Several reports that real ale is not always be available. This sandstone village pub was converted from old farm buildings. The emphasis is on dining with tables set out for food. The sheltered garden is a suntrap in summer, an ideal spot to relax and enjoy a few pints. The rotating beers which may not always be available are from Thwaites. Marquee next to pub available to hire for functions.

  • Leasowe
    • Leasowe Golf Club Leasowe Road Leasowe CH46 3RD Telephone(0151) 677 5852

      Modern upstairs bar in club house overlooking sea.

    • New Brighton Rugby Club Reeds Lane Leasowe CH46 3RH Telephone(0151) 677 1873

      Situated in the middle of a large residential area

  • Liscard
    • Boot 55 Wallasey Road Liscard CH44 2AA Telephone(0151) 639 9064

      Large open plan pub with multi screens for sport - all Liverpool and Everton games shown. Mixed clientele at day but younger element at night

    • Clairville 48 Wallasey Road Liscard CH45 4NW Telephone(0151) 346 8960

      This Wetherspoons pub, formerly a supermarket on the edge of Liscard's main shopping area is a large open establishment with columns and raised seating areas. The fully glazed front, which is often opened in the summer,gives a view of the local life passing by. There is alcove seating for more intimate relaxing eating and drinking.

    • Lazy Landlord Ale House 56 Mill Lane Liscard CH44 5UG Telephone07583 135616

      Wirral's first micropub in former shop premises opened in 2014 and has won multiple CAMRA awards since then. Two small cosy rooms, decorated with breweriana, local art works and a small library, are served from the front bar. Mostly frequented by a more mature discerning local clientele, the pub is a venue for meetings of many local societies. Cider often from Seacider. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

    • Twelve-Sixty Bar & Lounge 45-51 St Albans Road Liscard CH44 5XH

      Opened in October 2022, a comfortable micropub lounge bar in the centre of Liscard, popular with locals of all ages and convenient for the shopping area and bus stops. A bright airy interior tastefully decorated with old photos of Liscard centre, the pub serves Draught Bass and four changing cask beers of different styles, sourced mainly from small local and regional breweries.

  • Little Neston
    • Harp 19 Quayside Little Neston CH64 0TB Telephone(0151) 336 6980

      A former coal miners' inn near to the site of Neston Colliery which closed in 1927. Converted from two cottages, it has a public bar with real fire in winter and a basic lounge. Both rooms have quarry-tiled floors, low ceilings and exposed beams, In a glorious location on the new Deeside to Neston part of the national cycle network, the pub overlooks the Dee Marshes and North Wales with a large garden and a drinking area abutting the edge of the marshes. Evening meals only on Tuesday - Curry night, booking advisable. Access has been significantly improved following much needed resurfacing work on the road leading to the pub - although a couple of times a year the road can be flooded but rarely impassable at high tide. Pub of Excellence Award in 2023.

    • Lady Hamilton Henley Road Little Neston CH64 0SG Telephone(0151) 306 9291

      Modern pub in residential area a short walk from Neston town centre and close to the River Dee Marshes. Clean bright modern interior while retaining a friendly cosy atmosphere. The black & white photo shows the pub in 1980.

    • Royal Oak 23 Town Lane Little Neston CH64 4DE Telephone(0151) 336 2364

      Lively community pub tucked away in a residential area

  • Meols
    • Railway Inn 143 Birkenhead Road Meols CH47 6AA Telephone(0151) 632 3320

      Conveniently located near Meols Station, the Railway is a very large Hungry Horse pub primarily aimed at the food trade while also catering to sports lovers by hosting regular events. Divided into two halves, it gives the ability to cater for both requirements, without impacting the diners. There are large numbers of booths some with TV's which helps make this pub a good location to take the family.

  • Moreton
    • Farmers Arms 2 Netherton Road Moreton CH46 7TR Telephone(0151) 677 5068
    • Lottie Dod 239-241 Hoylake Road Moreton CH46 0SL Telephone07736 516914

      Former Wetherspoons pub reopened on 14th May 2024 and renamed the Lottie Dod (a Wirral born sportswoman who won Wimbledon five times, the first at the age of just 15). Situated on the main road shopping area, it comprises a split level ground floor design also with a second floor for additional seating and a cosy, well kept beer garden to the rear.

  • Neston
    • Brewers Arms 1 Park Street Neston CH64 3RP Telephone(0151) 336 1627

      Open plan friendly local near centre of town.

    • Brown Horse 3 The Cross, High Street Neston CH64 9UB Telephone(0151) 208 1814

      Lively pub opposite Neston Cross in the centre of the historic market town of Neston. Dominated by big screen sport and a very noisy juke box.

    • Greenland Fishery 1-3 Parkgate Road Neston CH64 9XF Telephone07375 506541

      Refurbished and reopened in December 2023, the pub has had a standard 'paint everything grey and white' refurb but they haven't altered the layout and it is quite a pleasant pub with lots of nooks and crannies.

    • Hinderton Arms Chester High Road Neston CH64 7TA Telephone(0151) 336 1085

      Popular pub near the historic market town of Neston. Dating back to around 1826 when a Turnpike Act was passed which mentioned its former name The Shrewsbury Arms. Large dining area and a very cozy drinking area next to the bar with comfortable seating.

  • New Brighton
    • Bow-Legged Beagle 88 Victoria Road New Brighton CH45 2JF

      The first micropub in the Bow-Legged Beagle group opened in December 2017 in a former street corner shop, it continues to be very popular with locals and visitors. Basic no frills format with a friendly atmosphere and a regularly changing varied range of new and unusual local beers. The Beagle has pavement seating outside for summer. Situated in an area of the town which is being rejuvenated with attractive murals it is close to the seafront and other local attractions.

    • Clarence 89 Albion Street New Brighton CH45 9JQ Telephone(0151) 638 4557

      A worthwhile 10-minute uphill walk from the centre of New Brighton, this former Whitbread pub has a split-level lounge with a dining/function room, patio and garden. A quiz is hosted on Tuesday, open mic Wednesday and live music on Thursday and Saturday. Darts and Football teams. Old photos were taken in 1989.

    • Homebrew Tap 84 Victoria Road New Brighton CH45 2JF

      One of a small chain of pubs with the same name. Mainly keg and membrane keg. However, there are two handpumps but usually only one is in use. Cask beer is obtained in pins and is sometimes available (but unlikely in summer) from Friday until it runs out so Real Ale not always available.

    • James Atherton 117-119 Victoria Road New Brighton CH45 2JD Telephone(0151) 638 8022

      Refurbished and reopened in 2019 as part of the regeneration of the Victoria Quarter of New Brighton and renamed after one of the founders of the town. Single room pub split into three areas served from one bar. Tastefully decorated with local photos and comfortable seating it is bright and airy with a lively atmosphere. Situated on the main shopping street with outside seating on the pavement, close to the seafront attractions and the Floral Pavilion Theatre.

    • Magazine Hotel 7 Magazine Brow New Brighton CH45 1HP Telephone(0151) 630 3169

      This multi-roomed, low-beamed pub, dating from 1759 suffered from a fire in 2010 but has been restored without losing its unique character. The name comes from the fact that it was once used by sailors who were having their outward bound ships reloaded with munitions. Overlooking Egremont Promenade, the pub has fine views over the River Mersey to Liverpool. Three rooms lead off the main central bar area - for more information click on Historic Pub Interior in Features. Renowned for its Draught Bass, it also offers three guest ales usually including a beer from one of the local breweries. One real cider sometimes available. Good value quality home cooked food. Quiz night on Wednesday. Local CAMRA Pub of the Year 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2024. Merseyside (County) Pub of the Year 2021 and Merseyside & Cheshire Regional Pub of the Year 2022. Local Branch Community Pub Award 2023.

    • Perch Rock Hotel 7 Grosvenor Road New Brighton CH45 2LW Telephone(0151) 639 5236

      Reopened in May 2017 after refurbishment. Traditional multi-room welcoming unspoilt street corner pub with strong local following. Only 200 yards from the Marine Promenade and the mouth of the River Mersey. Convenient for the Floral Pavilion Theatre.

    • Pilot Boat 15 Magazine Brow New Brighton CH45 1HP Telephone(0151) 639 4716

      Historic pub dating from 1747, named after the small boats which were kept behind the pub. Reputedly haunted by the ghost of Jake Bolt, was a favoured meeting place for soldiers, sailors and the 'working class'.

    • Seahorse Unit 9, Wallasey Waterfront Retail & Leisure New Brighton CH45 2HZ Telephone(0151) 638 9894

      A Hungry Horse in a newly built open plan pub in the sea front complex containing a cinema, Morrisons supermarket and Travelodge hotel.

    • Stanley's Cask 212 Rake Lane New Brighton CH45 1JP Telephone(0151) 691 1093

      This ever-popular friendly local continues to thrive, due in no small part to the landlady who has a track record of serving good beer. The five guest ales on offer include one from a local micro and others often include seasonal beers from regional breweries. A traditional, single-roomed community local, it hosts various sports teams, quiz nights and regular very popular live music including rock, blues and folk. The black & white photos show the pub in 1989. Wirral Branch Community Pub Award 2022.

    • Telegraph Inn 25-27 Mount Pleasant Road New Brighton CH45 5EW Telephone(0151) 639 1508

      This traditional, friendly, multi-roomed local is believed to be New Brighton's oldest as well as highest pub. It has a conservatory extension. The handpumps are in the main bar area.

  • New Ferry
    • Cleveland Arms 31 Bebington Road New Ferry CH62 5BE Telephone07914 385679

      The pub was reopened in September 2017 following structural repairs and refurbishment necessary after a major explosion in New Ferry on the evening of 25th March 2017. The refurbishment has given the pub a clean modern appearance while retaining a very traditional layout and atmosphere. A very lively town centre local in a pedestrian shopping area in the centre of New Ferry. Large free car park at rear accessible from New Chester Road. CAMRA Wirral Pub of the Season Summer 2022.

  • Oxton
    • Caernarvon Castle Bidston Road Oxton CH43 2JZ Telephone(0151) 652 2831

      Largish pleasant pub built in 1957 by Birkenhead Brewery on the site of the original Caernarvon Castle pub which was destroyed by bombing in the second world war. Located on a busy road next to St Saviour's church. The outside patio area is ideal for outside eating and drinking and is very popular as it catches the sun for most of the day. Major internal renovation in September 2017, decorated in the Golden Oak style.

    • Homebrew Bottle Shop 3 Claughton Firs Oxton CH43 5TG Telephone(0151) 352 5045

      Off license opened in October 2014 located in Oxton village almost opposite the Oxton Bar & Kitchen. Relocating across the road to this new location in 2020. Specialising in bottled beers including local and other British bottle conditioned beers and an interesting range of beers from around the world. Discount of 10% on all bottled beers for card carrying CAMRA members.

    • Homebrew Tap 58 Christchurch Road Oxton CH43 5SF Telephone(0151) 652 1334

      New bar opened in the summer of 2017 across the road from the HomeBrew Bottle Shop off-licence. Serving two cask real ales plus several keg beers and bottled beers including some bottle conditioned. The cask beer is sourced from local or regional micro breweries. Situated in the centre of Oxton village opposite the Oxton Bar & Kitchen with restaurants, bars and local shops nearby.

    • Oxton Bar & Kitchen 2 Claughton Firs Oxton CH43 5TQ Telephone(0151) 651 2535

      Situated in the centre of attractive Oxton village among shops, bars and restaurants, this former John Smiths pub built in 1969 has been tastefully converted into a smart comfortable single room lounge bar with an attractive outside seating area. There is a strong emphasis on quality food ranging from sandwiches and snacks to full meals. Beers are usually from local micro breweries. Although last admission to the pub on Friday and Saturday evenings is at 11.30pm, the bar continues serving until 1.00am.

    • Oxton Conservative Club Villige Road Oxton CH43 5SR Telephone(0151) 652 1262
    • Oxton Cricket & Sports Club Townfield Lane Oxton CH43 2LH Telephone(0151) 652 1331

      Real Ale is usually from local breweries and is usually only available in summer months and for special occasions.

    • Queens Arms 1 Storeton Road Oxton CH43 5TL Telephone(0151) 651 1448

      Occupies a corner plot on the edge of Oxton village, a lively pub with poker night on Tuesday, quiz on Thursday, curry night Thursday and live music on Saturday. One guest beer but not during summer months.

    • Royal 100 Woodchurch Road Oxton CH42 9LP

      Genuine locals pub situated in the hillside residential streets where Birkenhead merges into Oxton. Decorated with photographs of old Wirral, the central bar serves the main room and the adjoining games area.

    • Shrewsbury Arms 38 Claughton Firs Oxton CH43 5TQ Telephone(0151) 652 1775

      Traditional pub at the heart of Oxton village, refurbished in June 2015 as a Golden Oak Inn. The building dates back to 1847 and has interesting wood panelled nooks and crannies with local photographs. Quiz night Monday. Public car park opposite the pub.

    • Swan Hotel 2 Holm Lane Oxton CH43 2HP Telephone(0151) 609 4311

      Pleasant open plan pub set back from the main road with large attractive beer garden. Live music on Fridays

  • Parkgate
    • Boat House 1 The Parade Parkgate CH64 6RN Telephone(0151) 336 4187

      Attractive half-timbered building on the Dee Estuary overlooking an RSPB nature reserve. The pub has a spacious and comfortable interior, good food, and an outside terrace where it is great to sit and enjoy a pint in good weather. Occasional high tides can lap up against the pub walls. Although modernised, the pub has retained its character. There are nooks and recesses, old photos of Parkgate and old style lamps. A haven for nature lovers, good beer and food fans alike.

    • Neston Cricket Club Station Road Parkgate CH64 6QJ Telephone(0151) 336 4199

      Large modern club house. Up to three real ales available. Located at the south end of Parkgate on the road to Neston.

    • Red Lion The Parade Parkgate CH64 6SB Telephone(0151) 336 1548

      Refurbished and reopened in December 2021, now more like one room on two levels served from a central bar, The last old traditional inn in Parkgate on the main road on the edge of the River Dee Marshes. Dating from 1788, it is decorated throughout with beams and bric-a-brac. Panoramic views can be enjoyed towards Wales and the Dee Estuary. There is a large, attractive beer garden at the rear, The black & white photos show the pub in 1980 and 1983.

    • Ship Hotel The Parade Parkgate CH64 6SA Telephone(0151) 336 3931

      Large whitewashed hotel on the front at Parkgate, refurbished and reopened in April 2022 with a strong emphasis on food. Dramatic views over the River Dee marshes towards the Welsh hills. Cask ales are sold in the lounge which features historic photos of old Parkgate. A roaring fire can often be found in winter. The hotel enthusiastically promotes local micro-breweries such as Brimstage and Spitting Feathers.

  • Port Sunlight
    • Bridge Inn 59 Bolton Road Port Sunlight CH62 4UQ Telephone(0151) 645 8441

      Situated in the centre of Port Sunlight village built by William Hesketh Lever for the workers at his Sunlight soap factory. The building now contains hotel accommodation, restaurant, restaurant bar and a large public bar. Real ale available only in large public bar but will be brought into the restaurant area (table service only) if the main bar is closed. Quiz night Tuesday. Port Sunlight is popular with tourists containing 900 Grade ii listed buildings, a theatre, museum and the impressive Lady Lever Art Gallery. The old photos were taken in 1981.

    • Lever Club The Pavilion, Greendale Road Port Sunlight CH62 4XB Telephone(0151) 645 5668

      Long established members club in historic Port Sunlight village

    • Railway Inn 111 Bebington Road Port Sunlight CH62 5BG Telephone(0151) 641 9553

      Bright lively traditional local opened up into a single bar area. Regular beers may be replaced by guests occasionally. Sandwiches available and hot snacks at half time during live football matches. The black & white photo shows the pub in 1984.

  • Prenton
    • Halfway House 293 Woodchurch Road Prenton CH42 9QE Telephone(0151) 608 6201

      Large split level pub with a separate bar and lounge, situated on a busy cross road served by many bus routes. Regular live music, pool league, darts team and poker night making it a very popular destination, especially at the weekend when there are regular BBQs. A few minutes walk from Prenton Park, home of Tranmere Rovers FC.

    • Mersey Clipper 17 Prenton Road West Prenton CH42 9PY Telephone(0151) 609 1053

      Situated very close to Tranmere Rovers football ground at Prenton Park. Reopened in October 2014 with three new handpumps. Bright spacious open plan pub with large food offering.

    • Prenton RUFC Prenton Dell Road Prenton CH43 3BS Telephone(0151) 608 1501

      Situated in a surprisingly wild bit of countryside near residential area. Also has a golf driving range. Beer usually from Brimstage Brewery.

    • Saddle Club Roman Road Prenton CH43 3DB Telephone(0151) 608 0881

      Describing itself as a private members club - public welcome. This historic building was once a small mill, then a farm and in the 1950s became a riding stable. Sold in the 1970s and split into different properties. The interior retains many of the old features. The function room can seat 60 people and the large garden which is a sun trap in summer has seating for 80. The guest beer changes regularly and is often from local breweries.

  • Raby
    • Wheatsheaf Inn Raby Mere Road Raby CH63 4JH Telephone(0151) 336 3416

      Rebuilt in 1611 after a fire, this is Wirral's oldest pub. It is said to be haunted by Charlotte who died here. Renowned for its thatched roof and black and white exterior, the Grade II listed interior includes an old snug created by settles around a large table in front of a large brick fireplace - click on the Heritage Pub link in Features for more information. The three rooms decorated with local photographs are served from a single bar. The old cowshed attached to the pub has been converted into a restaurant. The black & white photo is from 1985.

  • Rock Ferry
    • Lord Napier 28 St Pauls Road Rock Ferry CH42 3UZ Telephone(0151) 643 9341

      Former Boddingtons pub with separate bar and lounge carpeted throughout. Two hand pumps but generally only one in use at any one time. Black & white photo shows the pub in 1989.

    • Refreshment Rooms 2 Bedford Road East Rock Ferry CH42 1LS Telephone(0151) 644 5893

      Refurbished and reopened in 2012 under its previous name, built in the 1820s for ferry passengers to Liverpool. The ferry terminal is long gone but there are excellent views over the Mersey. The many original features of the pub have been enhanced by the installation of a chandelier from the Cunard building, light fittings from the Adelphi Hotel and Lewis’s of Liverpool and a solid mahogany bar top which started life in the science block of Wirral Grammar School. The walls are full of period photos of the area in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Off the beaten track but well worth the effort, one central bar services two rooms. The house beer, HMS Conway 4.0%, is from Lees. The pub is cut off from the centre of Rock Ferry by the bypass so Rock Ferry station is 3/4 mile away on foot. Ample car parking on the road outside. Excellent quality reasonably priced meals served daily to 9pm. The focus has moved over recent years to food to such an extent that it is difficult to visit just for a drink and the pub has evolved into a restaurant.

    • Tranmere Sailing Club 4 Bedford Road East Rock Ferry CH42 1LS Telephone(0151) 645 7837

      Real Ale usually from local breweries, usually only available for special functions

  • Saughall Massie
    • Saughall Saughall Road Saughall Massie CH46 5ND Telephone(0151) 677 2854

      Spacious country pub, specialising in good food and good Thwaites beer all in a quiet semi-rural area. A separate bar area. A well designed outside area means that this is one of the Wirral's premier beer gardens and with a play area for the children provides a lovely environment for a nice lazy summers day for the whole family. The black & white photo shows the pub in 1985.

  • Thingwall
    • Basset Hound 107 Barnston Road Thingwall CH61 1AS Telephone(0151) 648 2223

      A postcard pretty pub with stone and wood throughout and a beer garden overlooking a farmer’s field makes the Basset Hound feel like classic country pub. Guest beer from Greene King range. Quiz on Thursday.

  • Thornton Hough
    • Red Fox Neston Road Thornton Hough CH64 7TL Telephone(0151) 353 2920

      A smart gastro-pub serving quality food and well kept beers and ciders. It manages to create a pub atmosphere as you enter with a traditional bar area boasting nine hand pumps arranged so beers are ordered light to dark to help you choose with a dark beer always available. The changing beers are usually from local microbreweries and the house beer, Brunning & Price Original Bitter 3.8%, is from Brightside. There is an outside seating area at the back and a large lawned garden. The pub was the local CAMRA Cider Pub of the Year 2017, 2018 and 2019 and 2023. Local CAMRA Branch Pub of Excellence Award 2022 and Pub of the Year 2023. The Little Fox is a private function and dining space opened in 2018. Capable of holding up to 200 people it has its own bar which can serve up to three real ales on handpump.

    • Seven Stars Thornton Common Road Thornton Hough CH63 1JW Telephone(0151) 336 4574

      Located in Lever's model village for its executive workers, the Seven Stars is the focal point for locals, walkers and cyclists. Comfortable single bar pub with emphasis on meals. Three rotating guest beers often from local breweries. Quiz night Wednesday. Easily accessed by car and by regular bus services. The black & white photo shows the pub in 1980.

    • Thornton Hough Village Club Thornton Common Road Thornton Hough CH63 1JL Telephone07858 495059

      Long established members' community club in centre of village. Non members are always welcome. Club members and CAMRA members receive a discount on entry for pay on the door events.

    • Wirral Rugby Club Thornton Common Road Thornton Hough CH63 0LT Telephone(0151) 334 1309

      Rugby and Cricket Club outside Thornton Hough on road to Bromborough.

  • Thurstaston
    • Cottage Loaf 338 Telegraph Road, Thurstaston Thurstaston CH61 0HJ Telephone(0151) 648 2837

      Right on the doorstep of the Wirral Country Park and the very pretty village of Thurstaton you will find the equally pretty Cottage Loaf. Popular with walkers and cyclists it is in a perfect location for the sandstones cliffs which are a Site of Special Scientific Interest as well the Wirral Way. Guest beer is from the Greene King list. Britstops motorhome stopover available. The black and white photo was taken in 1988 when this was a Whitbread pub.

  • Tranmere
    • Sportsmans Arms 9 Prenton Road East Tranmere CH42 7LQ Telephone(0151) 644 5724

      Friendly lively pub with excellent ambiance. The pub hosts a Karaoke night, Poker night (Wednesday) and quiz night (Thursday).

  • Upton
    • Bow-Legged Beagle 19 Arrowe Park Road Upton CH49 0UB

      A micropub opened in December 2018 in a former bank on a busy row of shops near the centre of the village. A friendly ambience in a light airy one room bar with wooden panel walls and floors and basic furnishings. Some of the old bank safes have been retained at the back of the pub. This is the second of four Bow-Legged Beagle micropubs in Wirral. The selection of cask ales usually includes a session pale and a stronger IPA, plus a bitter or amber brew and a stout or porter. CAMRA Wirral Cellarmanship Award 2024.

    • Upton Cricket Club Old Greasby Road Upton CH49 6LT Telephone(0151) 677 1558

      Close to centre of village. Small club house where real ale usually available only during playing season.

    • Willows Saughall Massie Road Upton CH49 4LA

      A split room "new build" pub located next to the shops in Saughall Massie with friendly staff it's a great place to interact with locals. Regular community related events including fundraising and something on most evenings including a quiz on Thursdays. Handy bus stop right outside.

  • Wallasey
    • Cheshire Cheese 2 Wallasey Village Wallasey CH44 2DH Telephone(0151) 345 8955

      Friendly local, the current building dates from 1885 but a pub was known to be here as early as 1561. With a separate bar and snug, the handpumps are located in the lounge, with guest beers. Outside is a walled garden where regular beer festivals are held. Excellent home-cooked meals are served. Quiz nights are Monday and Wednesday and the pub hosts a golf society, football, darts and bowls teams.

    • Farmers Arms 225 Wallasey Village Wallasey CH45 3LG Telephone(0151) 638 9345

      Excellent friendly community local near the centre of Wallasey Village convenient for local rail stations. Popular with all sections of the community, the pub has a multi-room layout with traditional small public bar, cosy snug and large lounge at the rear all served from a central bar. Food available only on Sunday 12-4. Three rotating guest beers.

    • Lighthouse Wallasey Village Wallasey CH45 3LP Telephone(0151) 638 4756

      Large lively open plan pub with areas set aside for dining and tv sports.

    • Liverpool Victoria Rowing Club Wallasey Bridge Road Wallasey CH41 1EB Telephone(0151) 639 0354

      Small private club adjacent to docks. Beer usually from local breweries available obnly for special events.

    • Nelson 60 Grove Road Wallasey CH45 3HW Telephone(0151) 639 7102

      Large pub set in upmarket area of Wallasey. Half timbered outside gives an older feel but inside is modern and open plan Guest beers are from Greene King list. The black & white photo shows the pub in 1989.

    • Oldershaw RUFC Belvidere Road Wallasey CH45 4RZ Telephone(0151) 638 4379

      Small clubhouse next to pitch in residential area. Beer usually from local breweries.

    • Wallasey Golf Club Bayswater Road Wallasey CH45 8LA Telephone(0151) 691 1024

      Established club near coast close to New Brighton. Beer range may vary.

    • Wallaseyans' Club 140-142 Grove Road Wallasey CH45 0JF Telephone(0151) 639 2832
  • West Kirby
    • Black Lodge 3 Banks Road West Kirby CH48 4HD

      Premises reopened as a bar in March 2024 once again serving draught beer. One room pub with function room upstairs.

    • Dee Hotel 44 Grange Road West Kirby CH48 4EF Telephone(0151) 929 6300

      Situated opposite West Kirby train station, the Dee is large and spacious, though with smaller rooms, the Dee offers the usual standard of Wetherspoons fare in this well renovated building. Walled patio area with seating although no specific smoking area.

    • Newton Arms 2A China Farm Lane, Newton West Kirby CH48 9XW Telephone(0151) 345 5424

      Large family pub with play area. Refurbished and reopened in June 2023 with a new name.

    • Ring o' Bells Village Road West Kirby CH48 7HE Telephone(0151) 541 6966

      Acquired by local pub group Stange & Co, this old pub has been refurbished, extended and reopened on 8 December 2023 as a gastropub with a spacious bar area. The single storey airy extension has views of the outside seating area and the pub is tastefully decorated with open fires for cold winter nights

    • West Kirby Sailing Club Sandy Lane West Kirby CH48 3HZ Telephone(0151) 625 5579
    • West Kirby Tap Grange Road West Kirby CH48 4DY Telephone(0151) 625 0350

      A smart, modern, open plan bar with plain wooden panelling, bare brick walls and a log burning stove owned by Spitting Feathers brewery. Seating on the pavement outside. A wide range of beers, mainly from microbreweries both near and far are served along with one real cider. A variety of cheese, fish, cold meats and vegan snacks are served as impressive platters. There is live music on a Saturday night during which the pub tends to be very busy and a quiz every Tuesday evening. Close to West Kirby shops and transport connections, a short walk to the beach and for those trekking to Hilbre Island, tides permitting.

    • White Lion 51 Grange Road West Kirby CH48 4EE Telephone(0151) 625 9037

      A traditional pub in a two hundred year-old sandstone building close to the centre of West Kirby. The pub is a little quirky and laid out over several different levels with lots of cosy nooks to sit in along with a real fire to keep you warm in winter. During warmer months you can enjoy the lovely beer garden to the rear. There is a quiz on Monday night. Local CAMRA Branch Pub of the Season Summer 2023.

  • Willaston
    • Nags Head Hooton Road Willaston CH64 1SJ Telephone(0151) 328 0808

      Located opposite the village green of this historic village famous for its mill and the preserved station of Hadlow Road, the Nags Head is a friendly village local at the heart of the community. Refurbished extensively in 2011, it has areas appealing to different tastes with warm relaxing surroundings and real fires in winter. Popular with locals, tourists and walkers from the nearby Wirral Country Park footpath. Good food available all day ranges from light bites to full meals.

    • Pollards Inn Village Square Willaston CH64 2TU Telephone(0151) 327 4615

      Real ale is sometimes not available. Charming smart country pub attached to small hotel and restaurant. Warm and bright with conservatory and polished stone floor, the Pollards is often filled with locals and tourists. A popular stop of for cyclists and the garden areas and enclosed play area are popular on warm summer days. It also hosts regular events such as beer and food festivals, regular curry nights, steak nights and a weekly quiz.