The Ale House

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  Phil Hopwood

  ·6 months ago

  “A true local pub with friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. No food is served nor juke box music - the intention is to focus on conversation and good cheer. I loved the Bank Top Dark Mild - my favourite. A real beer! I look forward to visiting here again soon.”

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  Paul Stevenson

  ·7 months ago

  “Always brilliant. Great beer, lovely staff and a great place to meet friends for a chat.”

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  Roy Francis

  ·8 months ago

  “Been my regular for several years. Good range of ales etc. no TVs or loud background music. Amiable atmosphere”

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  David Sprivate

  ·11 months ago

  “Lovely place. They don't serve food, but have no objections to customers bringing in sandwiches from the butty shop next door.”

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  LEE JAKEMAN

  ·2 years ago

  “Nice pub with cracking real ales! The bar person was very friendly and welcoming. Nice layout inside. Toilets clean. I sat outside in the small outdoor area because I’d just been for a walk. I had a pint of Port o call which was excellent. And a pint of Palomino rising which was just as good. I’d highly recommend trying this place if you like a good tasting pint.”

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  Edward “Eddie” Haworth FRSA

  ·4 years ago

  “Brilliant place with an amazing selection of great beers and larger and excellent staff... 👌 can't wait to return to this gem of a pub 😍”

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  STEVE HOWARTH

  ·5 years ago

  “Always spoiled for choice here, superb selection of ales from the Bank top brewery and usually a couple of guest ales, great pub and pleasant staff”

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  Rob Irwen

  ·6 years ago

  “Long time ago, lived in Horwich... great for real ale at the ALE HOUSE. Great value and good to taste the BANKTOP REAL ALE again. Took a gift box back for a friend.”

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  Ryan Shields

  ·6 years ago

  “Truly one of the best pubs in Horwich. Been coming here for years and the beer is always top notch. It's a traditional pub that values real beer and great service. There is a beer garden and smoking area to the rear and the toilets are always kept clean and tidy. The pub is also coping really well with the Covid restrictions and making every effort to keep everyone safe and comfortable. Do yourself a favour and come here and get a pint of Flat Cap. Bolton in a glass.”

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  HKP

  ·7 years ago

  “Friendly bar staff with at least 8 ales from Bank Top brewery - although you may cop for the odd iffy one due to the large selection available. Only £2.50 a pint tho which is becoming more and more rare in this day and age. Untappd average 3.2”