Whistling Wren
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About Whistling Wren
On Turner Wy in Leigh, Whistling Wren is a pub with a menu covering pizzas, grills and traditional pub classics, including the Ultimate Southern-Fried Chicken Burger, Steak and Ale Pie, and fish and chips in a beer batter made in-house. A lunch specials menu offers mains served with a side, and orders can be placed at the table or through an app. Discount vouchers are accepted and applied at the table, and large groups can be seated together with bills split separately. Table staff clear plates and bring extra drinks through the meal. An indoor toddler zone and an outdoor play area give younger children somewhere to occupy themselves while the rest of the table eats. Dogs are welcome on site. At Christmas, tables are dressed with extras included for children.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention 40% discount vouchers, steak and ale pie, southern-fried chicken burger and fish and chips.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention 40% discount vouchers, steak and ale pie, southern-fried chicken burger and fish and chips.
Customer Review Summary
Diners repeatedly praise the friendly, accommodating staff, with several singling out one waitress by role as attentive and going above and beyond for a birthday celebration. Standout dishes mentioned include the Ultimate Southern-Fried Chicken Burger and Steak and Ale Pie, paired with a red wine described as smooth, and large groups note food arriving hot and together even for parties of eleven. A Christmas visit drew praise for a fully dressed table and organized service. Value comes up often too, with discount vouchers making bills reasonable. One reviewer, however, describes a very different first visit: food arriving lukewarm, fish and chips soggy instead of properly battered, a side served only after mains were finished, and a dessert that never arrived at all, ultimately prompting a refund. Most accounts close on returning staff warmth, including one instance where extra touches were added specifically for children at the table.
Customer Review Summary
Diners repeatedly praise the friendly, accommodating staff, with several singling out one waitress by role as attentive and going above and beyond for a birthday celebration. Standout dishes mentioned include the Ultimate Southern-Fried Chicken Burger and Steak and Ale Pie, paired with a red wine described as smooth, and large groups note food arriving hot and together even for parties of eleven. A Christmas visit drew praise for a fully dressed table and organized service. Value comes up often too, with discount vouchers making bills reasonable. One reviewer, however, describes a very different first visit: food arriving lukewarm, fish and chips soggy instead of properly battered, a side served only after mains were finished, and a dessert that never arrived at all, ultimately prompting a refund. Most accounts close on returning staff warmth, including one instance where extra touches were added specifically for children at the table.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“We visited on a whim today and what a good decision! Very warm welcome, excellent service from start to finish, really nice welcoming place and lovely atmosphere. Food was great and really good value”
- Google user
“The food was amazing, and all the staff were wonderful, but a special thank you goes to Steph behind the bar. She went above and beyond to help make young Thomas's birthday truly memorable. She even managed to make his face turn bright red with embarrassment! Thank you, Steph, for making his day so special. We really appreciate everything you did.”
- Google user
“We came to the Whistling Wren on Saturday to celebrate my little brother’s birthday, and it was a brilliant experience from start to finish. The staff were absolutely fantastic—friendly, welcoming and so accommodating. They made us feel comfortable from the moment we arrived and really helped make the occasion special. The food was amazing. Every meal came out piping hot, cooked perfectly and tasted incredible. Everyone in our group finished every last bit of their meal, which says it all! The service was quick, attentive and nothing ever felt like too much trouble. Thank you to all the staff for making my little brother’s birthday such a lovely celebration. We left with full stomachs and smiles on our faces, and we’ll definitely be back. Highly recommended! ⭐👏”
- Google user
“We were a large group of 11, meeting family due to an upcoming funeral and I couldn’t thank the staff enough for their care and hospitality. They were super happy to seat us in an appropriate place. We ordered on two different bills and also got 40% discount off due to a local offer. All of our food came out at the same time, and was very hot and perfect! Thank you so much for accommodating us and making us feel welcome. I would definitely recommend the Whistling Wren! X”
- Google user
“Lovely place to go for food with the family. Staff are lovely and very helpful with anything you need. Steph, Amy Gemma and Charlotte were working on the Sunday we went and were very accommodating throughout. Food was lovely to. Thank you”
Highlights
“Find food you fancy at The Whistling Wren in Leigh Sports Village, home of the Leigh Centurions. We have a varied menu offering pizzas, grills and traditional pub classics to cater for everyone and are especially proud of our two children’s play areas. Our outdoor play area will keep the mini monsters entertained for hours, and if it’s cold or wet our indoor toddler zone is perfect for the under-fives. Grab a drink and relax while the wee ones entertain themselves, and then treat them to a meal from the children’s menu when they’ve worked up an appetite.”
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Trivia night
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Dine-in
Show more amenities
- Good for kids
- Food at bar
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Food
- Offerings· 5
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Dining options· 1
- Seating
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Highlights· 3
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Trivia night
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
- Crowd· 4
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Location
Bars near Whistling Wren
- The Archer4.62232.4 mi
steak and ale pie, chicken flatbread, makers lunch two courses
- The Taphouse4.5372.6 mi£20–30Wheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
craft beer selection, heated outdoor seating, dog friendly with treats
- Carmen Bar & Eatery4.62632.7 miReservationsOutdoor seatingWi-Fi
beef brisket, bottomless brunch, cocktail selection
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whistling WrenReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.53,774 | — | £10–20 | 40% discount vouchers, steak and ale pie, southern-fried chicken burger |
| The Archer | 4.6223 | 2.4 mi | — | steak and ale pie, chicken flatbread, makers lunch two courses |
| The TaphouseWheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.537 | 2.6 mi | £20–30 | craft beer selection, heated outdoor seating, dog friendly with treats |
| Carmen Bar & EateryReservations · Outdoor seating · Wi-Fi | 4.6263 | 2.7 mi | — | beef brisket, bottomless brunch, cocktail selection |
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