Bury Beer and Pub Guide

Looking for a great pint in Bury? From traditional pubs to modern town-centre bars, there are plenty of places to discover a good beer in and around the town centre.

Whether you’re planning a pub crawl, meeting friends for a drink or simply looking for somewhere with a good selection of beers, Bury has plenty to explore.

Broad Street Social

A lively town-centre bar with a strong focus on good drinks and a great atmosphere. Broad Street Social is featured in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2027, making it a particularly good stop for anyone who takes their beer seriously.

Keep an eye out for seasonal events and beer-focused celebrations throughout the year.

The Knowsley

A popular town-centre pub with a relaxed, friendly and dog-friendly atmosphere, The Knowsley is another good stop for a drink in Bury. it’s an easy addition to a pub crawl or an evening exploring the town.

Marketside Tavern

Right in the heart of the town centre, Marketside Tavern is a lively spot for drinks, with a selection of bottled beers alongside its regular offering. It also hosts live music and special events, making it a good place to start or finish an evening in Bury.

The Two Tubs

A traditional Bury pub with plenty of character, The Two Tubs is a great stop for those looking for a proper pub experience and a taste of the town’s traditional beer scene.

The Robert Peel

Situated in Bury’s historic Market Place, The Robert Peel is a well-established town-centre pub offering a good choice of great value drinks in a lively setting. Its central location makes it an easy addition to a Bury pub crawl.

The Bank

Located in the town centre, The Bank combines drinks, live sports, pool and a relaxed atmosphere. It’s a good option if you’re looking for somewhere to meet friends before exploring more of Bury’s pubs and bars.

The Old White Lion

One of Bury’s historic pubs, The Old White Lion offers a traditional setting right in the town centre. Add it to your list when you’re exploring Bury’s pubs and discovering some of the town’s local character.

Murphy’s

Over on Silver Street, Murphy’s adds another stop to Bury’s choice of town-centre drinking spots. It’s worth including on your route if you’re making an afternoon or evening of exploring the town.

Sky Bar

A high-energy town-centre hub celebrated by locals as an unpretentious community boozer with a fantastic, welcoming atmosphere. While 18 HD screens and daily live music steal the show, visitors will find unbeatable value at the taps alongside an extensive cocktail menue and friendly service.

The Trackside

For something a little different, head to The Trackside at Bury Bolton Street Station. Situated on Platform 2 of the East Lancashire Railway, it combines real ale with one of Bury’s most distinctive settings, with trains passing by and a beer garden on the railway platform.

The bar offers a changing selection of real ales, alongside ciders and perries, making it a particularly good stop for anyone who enjoys their beer with a bit of railway heritage.

And if you fancy taking the beer adventure beyond Bury, the East Lancashire Railway’s Rail Ale Trail combines a heritage train journey with stops at pubs along the 12-mile line, exploring the area’s brewing history and local drinking traditions. The trails begin and finish at Bury Bolton Street Station.

More beer to come

Bury’s beer calendar doesn’t stop with its pubs and bars.

The Met’s Beer Festival in November, celebrates some of the best breweries from across the North West. Breweries announced for 2026 so far include Brewsmith, Brightside Brewing Company and Wakey Brew Co, with more still to be announced.

Whether you prefer a traditional real ale, a craft beer or simply a good pint in good company, there’s plenty to discover in Bury.