With dry weather forecast for Oldham over Easter weekend we have compiled a list of some of the best beer gardens across the borough to enjoy with family and friends.
In no particular order, here are some of Oldham’s top beer gardens to visit.
Halfway House, Royton
The award-winning Halfway House on Rochdale Road, Royton is the proud owner of a large beer garden that serves as a suntrap where customers can bask in the sun.
Last year the pub was awarded Hero of Lockdown, Regional Pub of the Year, and Pub of the Year 2022 at the JW Lees Pub of the Year Awards.
To book a table call 0161 620 9159.
The Puckersley Inn, Royton
Fellow award winner The Puckersley Inn, Narrowgate Brow, Royton also boasts an impressive beer garden with panoramic views.
The pub scooped the Food Pub of the Year award at the JW Lees Pub of the Year Awards 2022.
To book a table call 0161 652 2834 or info@thepuckersleyinn.co.uk
The Courtyard Brewery, Royton
This craft beer microbrewery and bar which serves street food through a hatch has a vibrant outdoor seating area that is open over Easter weekend.
To book a table go to The Courtyard's website
Grains Bar Hotel, Saddleworth
With its views across the Saddleworth countryside, the garden at the Grains Bar Hotel on Ripponden Road is the perfect spot to enjoy a drink outdoors.
The hotel and restaurant is open from Wednesday to Sunday over the Easter holidays and has a new park area with a wooden castle for kids to explore.
To book a table call 0161 624 0303. Walk ins are also welcome.
The Black Ladd, Shaw
As a traditional country pub restaurant with outstanding views across the Lancashire countryside, Manchester skyline and beyond The Black Ladd is the perfect spot to treat yourself this Easter.
The pub is also running a 50 per cent off kids menus over the Easter holidays.
The offer applies for one child under 10 years old per paying adult.
To book a table go to the pub’s website at www.theblackladd.co.uk or call 01706 847551.
The Morning Star, Shaw
This newly refurbished pub and restaurant serving home-cooked dishes and quality real ale boasts a large beer garden to watch the world go by.
To book a table call 01706 662483 or email office@themorningstarshaw.co.uk
The Grapes, Lees
This traditional pub situated in the heart of Lees has a spacious outdoor area where dogs are welcoming making it the ideal spot for a post-walk drink.
To book a table call 0161 971 0624 or email info@grapespuboldham.com
Milan Bar, Lees
This Italian restaurant has a large outdoor area where visitors can enjoy a range of dishes, premium wines, and cocktails.
The restaurant is also offering kids a three-course meal for just £8 this Easter and three courses from just £15 for adults.
On Friday night it is also two for one on cocktails at the restaurant’s bar.
To book a table visit Milan Bar’s website or email milan@penninedining.com
The Roebuck Inn, Strinesdale
The Roebuck Inn is perfect for families with huge wooden play area, varied menu, and large outdoor area.
To book a table call 0161 624 7819 or email info@the-roebuck-inn.co.uk
The Boat and Horses, Chadderton
For a bit of tranquillity head to The Boat and Horses, Broadway Chadderton.
The pub has a spacious beer garden with views across the Rochdale canal. On quiet days you can hear the barges go by.
To book a table call 0161 681 2363 or email boatandhorses@jwlees.co.uk
The Rose of Lancaster, Chadderton
This Chadderton pub has a flowery beer garden where visitors can try one of the pub’s homemade meals or a traditional ales brewed a stone’s throw away.
To book a table call 0161 624 3031 or email roseoflancaster@jwlees.co.uk
The Colliers Arms, Chadderton
This pub on Old Lane has a huge beer garden and children’s play area where customers can tuck into traditional pub grub.
To book a table go to the pub’s website at www.colliersarmsoldham.com/food
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