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Nickname
Bumpers Lane
Chester
Cheshire
CH1 4LT
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Pubs in Chester: from [www.chester.gov.uk]
The Albion Inn, City
Albion Inn on Pub Explorer - A taditional Victorian corner pub, that retains most of it's original charm and features. The pub is comletely dedicated to the Great War era of 1914-18, and is themed accordingly with photographs and artifact from, that period. Still frequented by some of the war survivors... this isn't a place to take the kids.
The Bird In Hand, Guilden Sutton
Bird In Hand on www.travelpublishing.co.uk - An old coaching station in the small village of Guilden Sutton, a few miles east of the City. Food is served every day, with mussels, curry and "Joanna Lumley" steak being specialties. There are also 4 real ales on offer.
The Black Dog, Waverton
Black Dog on www.travelpublishing.co.uk - Situated a few miles south on the Shropshire Union Canal is the village of Waverton. The Black Dog is a traditional black and white building that is well known for its good food, which is served every day. Dishes include home made curry and "Lamb Henry". There are two regularly changing guest ales.
The Calvely Arms, nr Tattenhall
www.calveleyarms.co.uk - Situated in the village of Handley near Tattenhall The Calvely Arms is a traditional pub that was first licensed in 1636! They offer an extensive menu featuring fresh fish and game, all freshly prepared daily. There is a garden with barbeque and boules, and inside you can enjoy cribbage, skittles and dominoes. They offer "a selection of fine cask ales".
The Centurion, Vicar's Cross
Centurion on Pub Explorer - A relatively new 1960's pub, offering "good standards of food, drink and service." Recently refurbished in 2002, the Centurion provides entertainment in the form of quizzes, raffles, pool , darts and a big screen TV.
The Copper Mine, Broxton
Copper Mine on www.travelpublishing.co.uk - Broxton is a few miles south of the City Centre, with the Copper Mine situated a mile or so outside the village. The pub has a conservatory and beer garden which provide nice places to relax while drinking and enjoying the food on offer.
The Cross Keys
Cross Keys on www.travelpublishing.co.uk - Located just away from the main shopping streets of Chester City Centre, close to the River Dee. A good stock of beers, including 2 real ales. Meals served daily with no dish costing more than £4.95!
The George & Dragon, Tarvin
George & Dragon on www.travelpublishing.co.uk - Situated in the heart of Tarvin, just east of Chester, this pub is housed in a sizeable Georgian building, and has a "sun-trap beer garden". The pub has huge mural of the village on one of the walls, with pub taking centre stage, which probably says quite a lot for the standing of this pub in the local community! Food is served most days, there a karaoke nights, pool competitions and other activities. There are 3 real ales, with one guest.
The Golden Lion, Ashton Hayes
www.sylviamilne.btinternet.co.uk/plucked/pub.htm - The Golden Lion is in the village of Ashton Hayes, housed in a 300 year old building. There is a good range of beers including 2 real ales and a 50 seat restaurant area that serves food daily.
The Letters Inn, Tattenhall
Letters Inn on www.travelpublishing.co.uk - Located on the main street of the village of Tattenhall, a few miles South East of Chester City Centre. Once part of a Postal Sorting Office (hence the name) this is a traditional pub that serves food (every day except Sunday and Monday evenings) they stock four real ales, as well as a good wine selection.
The Liverpool Arms
www.liverpool-arms.com - Chester's only gay pub, known by most as simply the LA, it has been openly gay friendly for the past 17 years. There is entertainment throughout the week, as well as drinks promotions and DJ's.
The Nags Head, Farndon
Nags Head on www.travelpublishing.co.uk - Situated very close to the England/Wales border and near to the River Dee. The Nags Head is a popular pub that was once a stopping place for coaches to and from Wales. There is food every day except Monday, with meat provided by the local butchers.
The Old Trooper, Christelton
Old Trooper on Pub Explorer - The Old Trooper is part of the Beefeater Inns group. "Situated on the canal side this Beefeater oozes olde worlde charm. The Old Trooper has a local reputation for its great food and excellent service. We have full disabled facilities and our menus have been designed to cater for everyone. All our customers receive a very warm welcome and all the staff look forward to your visit.
The Pheasant, Burwardsley
www.thepheasant-burwardsley.com - Not far from Tattenhall and Beeston is the village of Burwardsley, home to The Pheasant. The Pheasant is a Restaurant, Hotel and Bar rolled into one quality package. A the bar you can expect a "traditional country inn welcome", but with stylish contemporary surroundings, traditional English ales and an extensive wine list.
The Rake, Little Stanney
The Rake on Pub Explorer - "The Rake is a quality food house, serving the best pub food in the area. Formerly Rake Hall, this old building became a Hungry Horse pub in 2001 and has been newly refurbished to a high standard. Our food can be chosen from the extensive main menu and with dishes to suit all ages we are an ideal choice for the family."
The Red Lion, City
Red Lion on Pub Explorer - The Red Lion according to Barman of the year 1999/2000 Ringo: "The Red Lion is a very popular student friendly Irish theme pub. Run by an Irish manager the majority of staff are Irish. Friendly atmosphere. We serve the best Guinness in Chester. Good looking bar staff & dog (Hamish). Full of people who love booze. Staff & regulars lead a soap opera existence - sexual intrigue, mystery and excitement abounds. Wall paper is a bit dodgy. Come and enjoy the crack. It would be rude not to !!!
The Shrewsbury Arms, Mickle Trafford
Shrewsbury Arms on www.travelpublishing.co.uk - Mickle Trafford is just outside the City Centre, to the north. "The Shrew" is a traditional pub that does a good line in food and beer. With 4 cask ales and 3 rotating guests it is a must for Real Ale fans. The home cooked food has something for everyone, from Jackets to stir fry.
The Stamford Bridge, Tarvin
Stamford Bridge on www.travelpublishing.co.uk - This pub is situated a mile outside the town of Tarvin, which itself is just a few miles east of Chester. Food is available every day from midday onwards, with seating for around 120 patrons.
The Stuarts Table at The Farmers Arms, Huxley
Stuarts Table on www.travelpublishing.co.uk - The owner of the Farmers Arms, Stuart Turner, was the chef before becoming the patron. He established his own restaurant-within-a-pub, named Stuart's Table, before taking control of the pub in 2002. Not surprisingly there is an excellent range of food and wine available, as well as good selection of beers (including two real ales).
The Old Harkers Arms
www.harkersarms-chester.co.uk - Just off down the steps off City Road next on the banks of the canal. This pub is described as "... a proper old city of London boozer, only in Chester". There is an extensive menu and wine list, and has been a regular in the Good Pub Guide since 1998. The building is a old canal warehouse, and the website has a good pictorial history of it's renovation
| Travel (miles) | and then | to take | total (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.00 | Start out on Westcombe Drive,Barnet | Unclassified | 0.00 |
| 0.05 | Turn left onto Fairfield Way. Entering Barnet | Fairfield Way | 0.05 |
| 0.05 | Turn left onto Barnet Hill - A1000 | A1000 | 0.10 |
| 0.53 | At traffic signals continue forward (signposted St Albans) | A1000 | 0.64 |
| 0.27 | Keep in left hand lane then at traffic signals turn left onto the A1081 (signposted St Albans) | A1081 | 0.91 |
| 1.22 | "Green Dragon Inn" | A1081 | 2.13 |
| 0.36 | At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto St Albans Road - A1081 | A1081 | 2.49 |
| 0.83 | South Mimms Service Area (WELCOME BRAK) | A1081 | 3.32 |
| 0.03 | At roundabout take the 2nd exit, then join the M25 motorway (signposted Heathrow Airport, Watford) TRAFFIC BLACKSPOT - Call 401100 from your mobile TRAFFIC BLACKSPOT - Call 401100 from your mobile | M25 | 3.35 |
| 7.51 | Leave the M25 at junction 21, then join the M1 motorway (signposted M1 The North, Luton Airport) TRAFFIC BLACKSPOT - Call 401100 from your mobile | M1 | 10.86 |
| 18.02 | Toddington Service Area (MOTO) | M1 | 28.88 |
| 14.75 | Newport Pagnell Service Area (WELCOME BREAK) | M1 | 43.63 |
| 11.97 | Northampton Service Area (ROAD CHEF) | M1 | 55.60 |
| 10.82 | Watford Gap Service Area (ROAD CHEF) | M1 | 66.42 |
| 6.74 | Take left-hand lanes, then join the M6 motorway (signposted M6 The North West, Coventry (North), Birmingham) TRAFFIC BLACKSPOT - Call 401100 from your mobile | M6 | 73.16 |
| 17.20 | Corley Service Area (WELCOME BREAK) | M6 | 90.36 |
| 5.63 | At Junction 3A take right hand lanes and continue forward onto the M6 TOLL (signposted The North West - M6 TOLL, Tamworth) | M6 TOLL | 95.98 |
| 4.69 | Take right hand lanes at junction 9 onto the M6 Toll (signposted The North West) | M6 TOLL | 100.67 |
| 16.02 | Norton Canes Service Area (ROAD CHEF) | M6 TOLL | 116.69 |
| 1.49 | Toll Plaza | M6 TOLL | 118.19 |
| 3.33 | Continue forward onto the toll-free motorway M6 | M6 | 121.51 |
| 16.70 | Stafford Service Area (MOTO) and Travelodge | M6 | 138.22 |
| 9.99 | Keele Service Area (WELCOME BREAK) | M6 | 148.21 |
| 6.01 | Leave the M6 at junction 16, then at roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A500 (signposted Crewe, Nantwich, Chester) | A500 | 154.22 |
| 2.57 | At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A500 (signposted Nantwich, Chester) | A500 | 156.79 |
| 1.18 | At roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A500 (signposted Nantwich, Chester) | A500 | 157.97 |
| 1.24 | At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A500 (signposted Nantwich, Chester) | A500 | 159.21 |
| 2.28 | At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Newcastle Road - A51 (signposted Nantwich, Stone) | A51 | 161.49 |
| 0.38 | At traffic signals forward (signposted Nantwich) | A51 | 161.88 |
| 0.27 | Bear right onto London Road - A51. Entering Nantwich | A51 | 162.14 |
| 0.50 | At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Millstone Lane - A51 (signposted Chester) | A51 | 162.64 |
| 0.05 | At mini-roundabout continue forward (signposted Chester) | A51 | 162.69 |
| 0.98 | At roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A51 (signposted Chester) | A51 | 163.67 |
| 1.44 | At Burford Crossroads turn right (signposted Chester) | A51 | 165.10 |
| 1.32 | Continue forward onto the A51. Entering Hurleston | A51 | 166.42 |
| 0.56 | Continue forward onto Chester Road - A51. Entering Barbridge | A51 | 166.98 |
| 2.06 | Continue forward onto the A51. Entering Calveley | A51 | 169.03 |
| 2.63 | At "The Red Fox" public house continue forward onto the A49 (signposted Warrington) | A49 | 171.66 |
| 1.51 | At roundabout take the 1st exit onto Road Street - A51 (signposted Chester) | A51 | 173.17 |
| 1.63 | "The Bulls Head" public house | A51 | 174.81 |
| 1.03 | "The Headless Woman" public house | A51 | 175.84 |
| 0.03 | Continue forward onto Tarporley Road - A51. Entering Duddon | A51 | 175.88 |
| 2.17 | At Tarvin roundabout take the 1st exit onto Holme Street - A51 (signposted North Wales, Chester) | A51 | 178.05 |
| 1.16 | Gowy Service Station | A51 | 179.21 |
| 1.37 | Littleton | A51 | 180.58 |
| 0.37 | At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Tarvin Road - A51 (signposted Chester) Entering Chester | A51 | 180.95 |
| 1.08 | Bear left onto Challinor Street - A5115 | A5115 | 182.03 |
| 0.03 | Bear right (signposted City Centre) | A5115 | 182.06 |
| 0.22 | Bear left onto Boughton - A51 | A51 | 182.28 |
| 0.33 | Bear left onto the A5268 | A5268 | 182.61 |
| 0.13 | Turn right onto Bath Street | Bath Street | 182.74 |
| 0.09 | At The Bars roundabout take the 1st exit onto St Oswalds Way - A5268 (signposted Birkenhead) | A5268 | 182.83 |
| 0.24 | At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto St Oswalds Way - A5268 (signposted North Wales, Ellesmere Port A5032) | A5268 | 183.07 |
| 0.30 | At Northgate roundabout take the 3rd exit onto Upper Northgate Street - A540 (signposted Hoylake) | A540 | 183.37 |
| 0.19 | Continue forward onto Parkgate Road | A540 | 183.57 |
| 0.11 | Turn left onto Cheyney Road | Cheyney Road | 183.68 |
| 0.33 | Turn left onto Stadium Way | Stadium Way | 184.01 |
| 0.33 | Turn right onto Sealand Road - A548 | A548 | 184.34 |
| 0.10 | At traffic signals turn left (signposted Chester City F.C.) | Unclassified | 184.44 |
| 0.10 | Finish on Bumpers Lane,Chester | Unclassified | 184.54 |
| Admission Adults £13 Conc:£8 U16:5 | Section time 3:18, Total time 3:18 |
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