SK1 Guide – December 2024

Nov 04, 2022

The Scarf My Father Wore includes a detailed list of every pub, bar and restaurant (plus other venues) with an SK postcode. We work closely with those venues to bring our readers a comprehensive guide to all of the best offers and events taking place across the region with our ‘Today in SK’ feature, which is published as part of our main edition every day.

AMP

Art, music and people.

Address: 10-11 Market Place, Stockport, SK1 1EW

Email: infostockport@ampstockport.com

Facebook: AMP - Stockport

Facilities and services: Food • Live music

Opening times: Monday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 4pm - 11pm Thursday: 4pm - 11pm Friday: 3pm - 1am Saturday: 12pm - 1am Sunday: 12pm - 8pm

Website: ampstockport.com

OFFERS & EVENTS

Tuesday 31 December: Come and see the new year in with AMP! Live DJ, food all night from Proper Scran, party games, daft prizes, free fizz, neon toys and foam bubbles! From 8pm. Early bird tickets £6.

Angel Inn

A historic pub with a great atmosphere, friendly staff and a good selection of German and Belgian drinks.

Address: 20 Market Place, Stockport, SK1 1UN

Email: angelstockport@gmail.com

Facebook: Angel Inn

Facilities and services: Beer garden

Instagram: @angelinnstockport

Opening times: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 12pm - 10pm Wednesday: 12pm - 10.30pm Thursday: 12pm - 10.30pm Friday: 12pm - 11.30pm Saturday: 12pm - 11.30pm Sunday: 12pm - 9.30pm

Phone: 0161 429 0251

Aquila Nera

Address: 34 St Petersgate, Stockport, SK1 1HD

Email: aquila.nera@outlook.com

Facebook: Aquila Nera Ristorante

Phone: 0161 480 2114

Arden Arms

A late Georgian coaching inn with great food and a warm welcome.

Address: 23 Millgate, Stockport, SK1 2LX

Facebook: The Arden Arms Pub Stockport

Facilities and services: Beer garden • Food • Live music

Opening times: Monday: 12pm - 11pm Tuesday: 12pm - 11pm Wednesday: 12pm - 11pm Thursday: 12pm - 11pm Friday: 12pm - 11pm Saturday: 12pm - 11pm Sunday: 12pm - 11pm

Phone: 0161 480 2185

Bakers Vaults

Real ale and live entertainment pub in Stockport.

Address: Market Place, Stockport, SK1 1ES

Email: bakersvaults@outlook.com

Facebook: Bakers Vaults

Facilities and services: Beer garden / Dog friendly / Live music

Opening times: Monday: 12pm - 10.30pm Tuesday: 12pm - 11pm Wednesday: 12pm - 11pm Thursday: 12pm - 11.30pm Friday: 12pm - 12.30am Saturday: 12pm - 12.30am Sunday: 12pm - 10.30pm

Phone: 0161 480 9448

Website: robinsonsbrewery.com/pubs/bakers-vaults-stockport

Bask

A beautiful setting, with a great atmosphere, full of superb music and tasty affordable drinks.

Address: 20 Railway Road, Exchange Square, Stockport, SK1 3SW

Email: hello@thisisbask.co.uk

Facebook: Bask

Facilities and services: Food • Live football • Live music • Outdoor seating • Private parties

Opening times: Monday: 10am - 12am Tuesday: 10am - 12am Wednesday: 10am - 12am Thursday: 10am - 12am Friday: 10am - 3am Saturday: 10am - 3am Sunday: 10am - late

Twitter: @thisisbask

Website: thisisbask.co.uk

Boars Head

A welcoming pub with two open fires, a great range of ales and delicious food.

Address: 2 Vernon Street, Stockport, SK1 1TY

Email: mather1985@hotmail.co.uk

Facebook: The Boars Head

Facilities and services: Food / Open fire

Opening times: Monday: 11am - 11pm Tuesday: 11am - 11pm Wednesday: 11am - 11pm Thursday: 11am - 11pm Friday: 11am - 11pm Saturday: 11am - 11pm Sunday: 11am - 11pm

Phone: 0161 480 3978

Cafe & Bar SQ

Located in the beautiful St Peter’s Square amongst the open green and water fountains, Cafe & Bar SQ is the perfect venue to enjoy delicious food and your favourite tipple in a relaxing atmosphere.

Address: 59 St Petersgate, Stockport, SK1 1DH

Email: sqstockport@gmail.com

Facebook: SQ Cafe

Facilities and services: Alcohol / Business platters / Dog friendly / Events / Free Wi-Fi / Gluten-free / Music / Outdoor seating / Vegan

Opening times: Monday: 8am - 5pm Tuesday: 8am - 5pm Wednesday: 8am - 5pm Thursday: 8am - 5pm Friday: 8am - 5pm Saturday: 10am - 4.30pm Sunday: Closed

Phone: 0161 312 8891

Website: cafebarsq.co.uk

Cherry Jam

Great drinks, great tunes and great vibes!

Address: 4 Mealhouse Brow, Stockport, SK1 1JP

Email: bookings@cherryjamstockport.com

Facebook: Cherry Jam Stockport

Opening times: Monday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 4pm - 11pm Friday: 4pm - 12am Saturday: 1pm - 2am Sunday: 1pm - 7pm

Phone: 0161 317 4445

Website: cherry-jam.designmynight.com

Chestergate

A family friendly community pub serving great beer and providing wonderful entertainment.

Address: 68 Chestergate, Mersey Square, Stockport, SK1 1NP

Email: thechestergate@blindtigerinns.co.uk

Facebook: Chestergate Pub Stockport

Phone: 0161 641 9945

Cocked Hat

Address: 2 Market Place, Stockport, SK1 1EW

Email: thecockedhat2021@gmail.com

Facebook: The Cocked Hat Stockport

Phone: 0161 480 4446

Facilities and services: Beer garden / Food / Live football

Coffee Block

An independent coffee house serving awesome coffee, amazing cakes and delicious toasted sandwiches - always served with a smile!

Address: 4-6 Merseyway Shopping Centre, Stockport, SK1 1PJ

Email: davehowarth@thecoffeeblock.co.uk

Facebook: Coffee Block

Facilities and services: Dog friendly / Free Wi-Fi / Gluten free options / Takeaway / Vegan options

Instagram: @thecoffeeblock

Opening times: Monday: 8am - 5.30pm Tuesday: 8am - 5.30pm Wednesday: 8am - 5.30pm Thursday: 8am - 5.30pm Friday: 8am - 5.30pm Saturday: 8am - 5.30pm Sunday: 10am - 4pm

Phone: 07837 731701

Website: thecoffeeblock.co.uk

Coffee Island

A family friendly cafe in the heart of Stockport.

Address: 106 Merseyway Shopping Centre, Stockport, SK1 1QN

Facebook: Coffee Island Cafe

Phone: 0161 477 0022

Covent Garden Café

Located in Stockport’s old town, Covent Garden Café serves the highest quality breakfast and lunch all day, using locally sourced fresh ingredients cooked to order.

Address: 94 Lower Hillgate, Stockport, SK1 3AL

Email: atcoventgarden@gmail.com

Facebook: Covent Garden Cafe stockport

Facilities and services: Buffets • Catering • Delivery • Takeaway

Opening times: Monday: 8am - 3pm Tuesday: 8am - 3pm Wednesday: 8am - 3pm Thursday: 8am - 3pm Friday: 8am - 3pm Saturday: 9am - 2pm Sunday: Closed

Phone: 0161 477 2665

OFFERS & EVENTS

Monday to Friday: Happy Hour between 1.30pm and 2.30pm. If you spend £20 or more you get to roll the dice, and if you roll a 6 your bill is half price!

Cracked Actor

A small bar, with a big Blues attitude!

Address: 28 Little Underbank, Stockport, SK1 1JT

Email: joe-patten@hotmail.co.uk

Facebook: The Cracked Actor

Opening times: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 12pm - 11.30pm Wednesday: 12pm - 11.30pm Thursday: 12pm - 11.30pm Friday: 12pm - 12am Saturday: 12pm - 1am Sunday: 12pm - 12am

Egerton Arms

A proper town centre boozer with a great selection of drinks.

Address: 2 St Petersgate, Stockport, SK1 1HD

Email: egertonarms.stockport@stonegategroup.co.uk

Facebook: The Egerton Arms

Opening times: Monday: 10am - 11pm Tuesday: 10am - 11pm Wednesday: 10am - 11pm Thursday: 10am - 11pm Friday: 10am - 12am Saturday: 10am - 12am Sunday: 10am - 11pm

Phone: 0161 477 9907

Website: craftunionpubs.com/egerton-arms-stockport

Emigration

A great Robbies pub in Offerton.

Address: 166 Hall Street, Offerton, Stockport, SK1 4JG

Email: tinamac17@icloud.com

Phone: 0161 217 0627

Website: robinsonsbrewery.com/pubs/the-emigration-offerton

Enigma

One of Stockport’s newest bars offering a friendly welcome and great food and drink.

Address: 8 St Petersgate, Stockport, SK1 1HD

Email: enigmastockport@gmail.com

Facebook: Enigma

Opening times: Monday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 3pm - 10pm Thursday: 12pm - 11pm Friday: 12pm - 12pm Saturday: 12pm - 12am Sunday: 3pm - 10pm

Fingerpost

A proper County pub with a cosy and welcoming atmosphere.

Address: 434 Hempshaw Lane, Stockport, SK1 4QA

Email: fingerposthotel@gmail.com

Facebook: The Fingerpost

Facilities and services: Beer garden / Food / Pool table

Phone: 0161 480 4138

Website: robinsonsbrewery.com/pubs/finger-post-offerton

Good Rebel

Step into The Good Rebel and be transported to a world where good music, good banter, great service and serving great booze is an art form.

Address: 6 Mealhouse Brow, Stockport, SK1 1JP

Facebook: The Good Rebel

Opening times: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 3pm - 9pm Wednesday: 3pm - 9pm Thursday: 4pm - 11pm Friday: 12pm - 12am Saturday: 12pm - 11pm Sunday: 1pm - 9pm

Phone: 0161 429 0420

Website: thegoodrebelgroupltd.co.uk

Huffy’s

A family run wine bar, restaurant and function room in the centre of Stockport’s historic Underbank.

Address: 32 Great Underbank, Stockport, SK1 1NB

Email: jerry-gleeson1@hotmail.com

Facebook: Huffys Stockport

Facilities and services: Food / Live music

Phone: 07902 067906

La Capilla

Taqueria on the market place.

Address: 28-29 Market Place, Stockport, SK1 1ES

Email: manager@lacapilla.co.uk

Facebook: LaCapilla

Phone: 0161 480 5863

Website: lacapilla.co.uk

Laco Cafe & Bistro

A coffee shop serving soup and sandwiches, cakes and pastries, and hot and cold drinks.

Address: 32 Little Underbank, Stockport, SK1 1JT

Email: enquiries.lacocafe@gmail.com

Facebook: Laco Cafe & Bistro

Phone: 0161 480 4100

Mekong Cat

Authentic noodle house focusing on the Mekong River region.

Address: 47 Lower Hillgate, Stockport, SK1 1JQ

Email: ysokschofield@gmail.com / mekongcat@outlook.com

Facebook: The Mekong Cat

Opening times: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 12pm - 9pm Wednesday: 12pm - 9pm Thursday: 12pm - 9pm Friday: 12pm - 9pm Saturday: 12pm - 9pm Sunday: 12pm - 9pm

Phone: 0161 477 6400

Website: mekongcat.co.uk

Midway

A contemporary eating and drinking venue providing the highest standards in home-cooked food.

Address: 263 Newbridge Lane, Stockport, SK1 2NX

Email: info@themidway.co.uk

Facebook: The Midway

Facilities and services: Beer garden / Food / Function room / Gift cards

Opening times: Monday: 12pm - 10pm Tuesday: 12pm - 10pm Wednesday: 12pm - 10pm Thursday: 12pm - 10pm Friday: 12pm - 11pm Saturday: 12pm - 11pm Sunday: 12pm - 9pm

Phone: 0161 480 2068

Website: themidway.co.uk

Nelson Tavern

A traditional proper boozer with mixed age groups and a great friendly atmosphere.

Address: 98 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3UH

Email: linda.kennerley@live.co.uk

Facebook: Nelson Tavern

Facilities and services: Car park / Dartboard / Disabled toilet / Live football / Outside seating / Pool table / Smoking area

Opening times: Monday: 12pm - 11pm Tuesday: 12pm - 11pm Wednesday: 12pm - 11pm Thursday: 12pm - 11pm Friday: 12pm - 1am Saturday: 12pm - 1am Sunday: 12pm - 11pm

Phone: 0161 637 4300

OFFERS & EVENTS

Daily: The Nelson have a great range of offers throughout the week, including £5.50 for drinks off the Doubles Bar, a comprehensive range of shots for £1.50, and 3 for £7 on Jägerbombs.

Every Monday: Free jukebox from 6.30pm.

Every Thursday: Free jukebox from 6.30pm.

Every Friday: Resident DJ Dicko (Ian Dickinson) playing from 8pm till 1am.

Every Saturday: Karaoke with Lee. 8pm till 1am.

Every Sunday: Free jukebox 12pm - 6pm. Free cribs 4pm - 8pm. Free pool 8pm - 11pm.

Old Rectory

A family-friendly pub in Stockport.

Address: 48 Churchgate, Stockport, SK1 1YG

Email: 6382@greeneking.co.uk

Facebook: Old Rectory, Stockport

Opening times: Monday: 8am - 10pm Tuesday: 8am - 10pm Wednesday: 8am - 10pm Thursday: 8am - 10pm Friday: 8am - 10pm Saturday: 8am - 10pm Sunday: 8am - 10pm

Phone: 0161 429 0060

Park Inn

A fun, friendly pub with entertainment every weekend.

Address: 264-268 Newbridge Lane, Stockport, SK1 2PG

Facebook: The Park Inn Pub

Facilities and services: Pool table

Phone: 07922 616342

Petersgate Tap

The best beer in Stockport, with the friendliest customers!

Address: 19a St Petersgate, Stockport, SK1 1EB

Email: petersgatetap@gmail.com

Facebook: The Petersgate Tap

Facilities and services: Bar snacks / Events

Instagram: @petersgatetap

Opening times: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 3pm - 10pm Wednesday: 3pm - 10pm Thursday: 12pm - 11pm Friday: 12pm - 11pm Saturday: 12pm - 11pm Sunday: 12pm - 9pm

Phone: 07925 078426

Twitter: @petersgate_tap

Website: petersgatetap.com

Produce Hall

Food and drink in the heart of Stockport.

Address: 22 Market Place, Stockport, SK1 1EU

Email: info@theproducehall.com

Facebook: The Produce Hall

Facilities and services: Food / Outdoor seating

Opening times: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 11am - 10pm Wednesday: 11am - 10pm Thursday: 11am - 10pm Friday: 11am - 11pm Saturday: 11am - 11pm Sunday: 11am - 7pm

Phone: 0161 477 7702

Website: theproducehall.com

Queens

The Queens is opposite Peel Shopping Centre, where locals and shoppers enjoy a drink during the day, with fun pub games and entertainment for the regulars at night.

Address: 11 Great Portwood Street, Stockport, SK1 2DW

Email: sueigbon@gmail.com

Opening times: Monday: 12pm - 11.30pm Tuesday: 12pm - 11.30pm Wednesday: 12pm - 11.30pm Thursday: 12pm - 11.30pm Friday: 12pm - 11.30pm Saturday: 12pm - 11.30pm Sunday: 12pm - 11.30pm

Phone: 0161 480 7144

Website: robinsonsbrewery.com/pubs/the-queens-portwood

Red Bull

A family-friendly country pub in Stockport with cosy fires, lovely staff and beautiful furnishings.

Address: 14 Middle Hillgate, Stockport, SK1 3AY

Email: info@redbullhillgate.co.uk

Facebook: The Red Bull

Facilities and services: Accommodation / Beer garden / Food

Opening times: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 12pm - 11pm Wednesday: 12pm - 11pm Thursday: 12pm - 11pm Friday: 12pm - 11pm Saturday: 12pm - 11pm Sunday: 12pm - 11pm

Phone: 0161 480 1286

Website: robinsonsbrewery.com/pubs/red-bull-stockport

Rhode Island Coffee

Lovingly crafted coffee.

Address: 2 Little Underbank, Stockport, SK1 1JT

Email: info@rhodeislandcoffee.co.uk

Facebook: Rhode Island Coffee

Opening times: Monday: 8am - 5pm Tuesday: 8am - 5pm Wednesday: 8am - 5pm Thursday: 8am - 5pm Friday: 8am - 5pm Saturday: 8am - 5pm Sunday: 10.30am - 4pm

Phone: 0161 480 9331

Website: rhodeislandcoffee.co.uk

Rosie’s Coffee House & Kitchen

The perfect place to stop off for a hot drink and a fresh cake in Stockport town centre.

Address: 95 Princes Street, Stockport, SK1 1RW

Email: enquiries@rosiescoffeehouse.com

Facebook: Rosie’s Coffee House & Kitchen

Phone: 0161 480 1168

Website: rosiescoffeehouse.com

Se7en Grill & Bar

Address: 25 St Petersgate, Stockport, SK1 1EB

Email: info@se7engrillbar.com

Facebook: Se7en Grill & Bar

Opening times: Monday: 12pm - 11pm Tuesday: 12pm - 11pm Wednesday: 12pm - 11pm Thursday: 12pm - 11pm Friday: 12pm - 1am Saturday: 12pm - 1am Sunday: 12pm - 11pm

Phone: 0161 971 2766

Website: se7engrillbar.com

Stanleys

A bar in the heart of Little Underbank offering a range of drinks and light bar bites.

Address: 11 Little Underbank, Stockport, SK1 1LA

Facebook: Stanley’s of Little Underbank

Opening times: Monday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 4pm - 11pm Thursday: 4pm - 11pm Friday: 12pm - 1am Saturday: 12pm - 1am Sunday: 12pm - 10pm

Star & Garter

One of Stockport’s most popular darts pubs.

Address: 61 Higher Hillgate, Stockport, SK1 3HD

Email: tracey.cos@hotmail.co.uk

Facebook: Star & Garter

Facilities and services: Beer garden / Food

Phone: 07936 485126

Website: robinsonsbrewery.com/pubs/star-garter-stockport

Stockport Gin

An award-winning gin distillery in Stockport, including a shop, tours and events.

Address: 19b St Petersgate, Stockport, SK1 1EB

Email: info@stockport-gin.com

Facebook: Stockport Gin

Facilities and services: Events / Function room / Shop / Tours

Website: stockport-gin.com

Sun & Castle

The Sun & Castle is a lovely traditional English pub with old oak furnishings highlighting the pub’s authentic character.

Address: 54-58 Middle Hillgate, Stockport, SK1 3DL

Facebook: The Sun And Castle

Facilities and services: Dartboard / Dog friendly / Live music / Pool table

Opening times: Monday: 12pm - 11pm Tuesday: 12pm - 11pm Wednesday: 12pm - 11pm Thursday: 12pm - 11.30pm Friday: 12pm - 1am Saturday: 12pm - 1am Sunday: 12pm - 10.30pm

Phone: 0161 476 0896

Website: joseph-holt.com/pubs/sun-and-castle

Swan With Two Necks

The Swan is a traditional drinking house rebuilt in 1926 and situated close to the busy shopping area in Stockport town centre.

Address: 36 Princes Street, Stockport, SK1 1RY

Email: geoff.troughton@outlook.com

Facebook: Swan With Two Necks

Facilities and services: Beer garden

Phone: 0161 480 2141

Website: robinsonsbrewery.com/pubs/swan-with-two-necks-stockport

This Godless Place

This Godless Place opened its doors in January 2022, serving up a variety of delicious food and drink options.

Address: 15-17 Bridge Street, Stockport, SK1 1XR

Email: thisgodlessplace@outlook.com

Facebook: This Godless Place

Opening times: Monday 9am - 4pm Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 10am - 10pm Friday: 10am - 11pm Saturday: 10am - 11pm Sunday: 10am - 5pm

Phone: 0161 480 5210

Website: thegoodrebelgroupltd.co.uk

Thread Bar

A new pop-up bar coming to the market.

Address: 22 Market Place, Stockport, SK1 1EU

Facebook: Thread Stockport

Opening times: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 3pm - late Wednesday: 4pm - late Thursday: 12pm - 11pm Friday: 12pm - 12am Saturday: 12pm - 12pm Sunday: 12pm - late

Town Hall Tavern

A popular pub for bikers and rockers on the A6.

Address: 95 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3SL

Facebook: Stockport Town Hall Tavern

Facilities and services: Live football / Live music

Opening times: Monday: 12pm - 11pm Tuesday: 12pm - 11pm Wednesday: 12pm - 11pm Thursday: 12pm - 11pm Friday: 12pm - 11pm Saturday: 12pm - 11pm Sunday: 12pm - 11pm

Victoria

A great local pub in Offerton with a beer garden.

Address: 125 Hall Street, Offerton, Stockport, SK1 4HE

Email: victoria@cransleyleisure.com

Facebook: Victoria Offerton

Facilities and services: Beer garden / Live music

Phone: 07824 347962

Wellington

This once derelict building has now been transformed into one of Stockport’s most popular pubs, filled with a fascinating collection of timeless antiques and retro pieces from yesteryear.

Address: 59-61 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3RU

Facebook: The Wellington Pub Stockport

Facilities and services: Beer garden

Opening times: Monday: 12pm - 11pm Tuesday: 12pm - 11pm Wednesday: 12pm - 11pm Thursday: 12pm - 11pm Friday: 12pm - 12am Saturday: 12pm - 1am Sunday: 12pm - 11pm

Phone: 07976 516311

Website: the-wellington-stockport.business.site