WE put the spotlight on local watering holes in our Pub of the Week feature.

This time we have spoken to the landlord of the Spread Eagle in Bromley Cross about the secrets of their success.

Name of the pub:

Spread Eagle

Address of the pub:

126 Hough Lane Bromley Cross

Landlord/landlady name:

George Campbell

How long have you been the landlord/landlady for?

3 years

Bar staff and their names:

Lyndsey, Mia, Mart, Stevi, Paige, Alex and chef Paul

Give us some history about the pub:

It has been here over 100 years. It became the hub of the community during lockdown providing a fruit and vegetable market as well as the base for the Bromley Cross Supper Group where we co-ordinate Christmas and Easter gifts for he elderly residents and gifts during VE Day celebrations

Is food served? If so what’s on the menu?

We offer traditional pub grub, grilled food and gourmet burgers. As well we do breakfasts and Sunday roasts while kids can make their own pizza.

Is there a beer garden?

Yes

Do you have any darts/snooker/pool teams?

Pool

Most popular drink served is:

Bottled lager

Most memorable moment at the pub:

Winning the great British pub award in 2021

Do you have an entertainment line-up?

Friday karaoke, Saturday monthly tribute, Thursday quiz

What challenges have you faced?

 

Covid!

The best thing about running a pub is...

The customers and people you meet

The worst thing about running a pub is...

Can’t think of any

Best hangover cure

A Spread Eagle Big Breakfast

n Do you know of any other venues in Bolton which you think should be worthy of praise as our ‘Pub of the Week’? Then you should email robert.kelly@nqnw.co.uk to tell us which should be featured and why.