We’re Going Down The Pub (Sham 69, Hurry Up Harry)

We’re Going Down The Pub (Sham 69, Hurry Up Harry)

There were many doubters but the Dog and Partridge, on Chorley Lane in Charnock Richard has, once again, opened its doors. The opening night attracted a large number of people however, since then, it has been, in the words of Tony the landlord, “steady” but the look on his face suggested a steady trickle rather than a steady flow and the times I have been in, it has been quiet. Food will be on offer from around the end of November, so hopefully things will pick up soon after. For those who read this and want the pub to continue to trade, remember that it can only do so with customers and support, without which it will close, probably never to be re-opened.

The Hinds Head, on Preston Road, Charnock Richard has a new manager and things are looking promising. A lick of paint and a thorough clean inside, the same outside has been happening this week, plus removal of those terrible plastic hanging baskets is encouraging. The beer tastes better than in recent times and there is a plan to provide food in the near future. This pub has struggled recently having had several managers in a short period of time and as with the Dog and Partridge, will only survive if it has support.

 

The Farmers Arms in Heskin held their annual bonfire on 5 November. A good night was put on, according to Roxanne, who went there with Sharon and Caitlyn. I enjoy visiting the Farmers Arms, Frank is frequently cuddled by Ann the landlady. The pub is well managed and has local support, the food is good (half price on a Monday after 6pm) and we are always made to feel welcome.

The Brook House pub, on Barmskin Lane in Heskin, closed at the beginning of 2012 and was sold by auction, at the same time surrendering its premises licence. The pub is currently subject to a planning application for conversion to a private dwelling. The application for conversion to a private dwelling, which was recommended for refusal, was withdrawn prior to the Chorley Borough Council Development Control Committee meeting on 30 October. I have no doubt that the application will be resubmitted and whilst it would be a loss to have the pub converted; conversion must be preferable to it being left to become derelict.

Other pubs and restaurants within Chisnall Ward include: Alison Arms, Preston Road, Coppull, where there is an annual folk festival; Amelies, Preston Road Coppull, which has a good reputation for good food; The Bowling Green, Preston Road, Charnock Richard, for a carvery; C&B Chip Shop on Preston Road Coppull; Eccleston Delph, Halfpenny Lane, Heskin, has a friendly no nonsense café; Heskin Hall off Wood Lane, Heskin, is good for a brew; Hunters Lodge or rather the destination venue Baku Lounge, Preston Road, Charnock Richard, is a new venture; The Oak Tree, Preston Road, Coppull which unfortunately is closed and deteriorating; Park Hall Hotel (Brookes Restaurant, Sams American Diner, Mallards Lounge Bar); and the Days Inn on the north bound Motorway services serve food and drink. I will have missed some out, it is not intentional and if you let me know then you will be mentioned in a future post.