Dating back to the 18th century the pub was once the second inn on the journey from Manchester along the Great Bridgewater Canal which runs just behind the pub. Leaded and stained glass featuring on the back bar & partitions around the pub and the main bar area divided by an impressive central chimney with a real fire in winter. Home cooked food is popular with local office workers at lunchtimes and weekday evenings. Quiz Night every Monday and karaoke is featured every Friday.