Reviews of Joseph Holt Brewery. (Pub) in Manchester (Greater Manchester).

Joseph Holt Brewery

165 Reviews

108 Comments

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Brewery

Empire St, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M3 1JD, United Kingdom

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Information of Joseph Holt Brewery, Pub in Manchester (Greater Manchester)

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This business has received very good reviews from their customers, so probably it’s a place you should try if you are looking for this kind of services.

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Open hours of Joseph Holt Brewery

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9am–5pm

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9am–5pm

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9am–5pm

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9am–5pm

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9am–5pm

Saturday

Closed

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Reviews of Joseph Holt Brewery

M. M.

"Traditionally Manchester's Finest Ales" is their boast and was their motto on things like bar towels and beermats; and very fine ales they are too. At one stage I had visited over 100 pubs in their tied estate and enjoyed the experience immensely. The houses vary from street corner boozers, to 1960s estate houses, to country dining pubs, Joseph Holt seems to have it all. For me, their best beer will always be Bitter, but the strong seasonal ale, Sixex is very tasty too. In sum, seek out their houses and their ales.

j. b.

Lucky to live on Bury Old Road with 4 great Holt pubs in walking distance. The Woodthorpe,The Ostrich,The Welcome and The Coach and Horses. Each with a distinct character and all with great beer, facilities and friendly professional staff. Well done Holt's.Keep up the good work

D. H.

As a veteran imbiber I would like to endorse and congratulate JOSEPH HOLT on providing the area with so many fabulous community assets. Whether you want to watch a match, enjoy a lovely meal, or just a convivial drink l with family or friends , you are sure to find a venue that provides all the above plus the extra magic of sumptuous surrounding, and the BEST BEER THERE IS serves by friendly staff. Nothing beats YOUR local.

G. J.

Absolutely love the Legh Arms in Sale Moor. Always feels like 'a proper pub' but has changed massively to adapt to the differing needs with food and welcoming kids and dogs etc. As for the Heritage Pub Crawl poster. It would look amazing in my garden bar :-)

C. Q.

Still a relatively cheap pint of beer compared to the usual imported brands. I'd recommend the Bitter & the Stout, varies in price but averages around £3.50 per pint depending on which pub you frequent.

m. c.

The Turk's Head - Fine choice of beers in comfortable surroundings. Roof top bar in suitable weather. Friendly staff and a pleasant atmosphere. Definitely worth a regular visit!

M. N.

Afternoon. I was having a drink in this lovely Pub . But can you tell me why Joseph Holt Brewery are not helping with keeping the pub up to a good standard. . Urinal covered over with black bag - One of the Taps not working - Graffiti on the walls - hand dryer not working hand towel in its place . - and the toilet roll holder needs replacing- And we see food on the black board above the bar yet when we asked about food, we was told they are not serving food . I can live with that because of Covld 19 . But the rest of the fixtures and fittings, can a member of your management team not go down and see what they can do . The lady behind the bar was very nice and welcoming but it's a shame that you as a Brewery are letting them down . Come On Joseph Holt Your better then this . So the next time I visit the place again can you promise that things will be improved ?

N. H.

Morning Star in Swinton is an excellent pub. Friendly staff, great food and top quality beer. They’re also very active in the community. Well worth a visit.

J. H.

Can't praise Gary and Beverley enough at the Crown in Horwich, always the warmest of welcomes. Nice place to go for a drink, good food and friendly staff and locals. Cask ales are amazing! Thank you Gary and Beverley for pushing through these difficult times, long may we continue to enjoy the best of times with you in the Crown.👍👑🍻 Thank you Julie and Walt Heatley

E. O.

As a long standing visitor to many Holts pub it’s great to see that after years that all Holts pubs continue to produce good food and beers with a great variety. Still in my experience the cheapest places to eat and drink with a natural friendly welcome from all staff. Looking forward to having a couple later this evening.

K. S.

Simply the best pint anywhere ... not only reliably delivered to my Swaledale home, but the taste keeps confirming it remains Manchester's finest beer. Keep up the excellent brewing!

L. C.

I have been going in the Lord Nelson in Urmston for over 40 years, seen a few tenants come and go, but the family atmosphere has never changed. I've tried a couple of the different beers too, but they all have the unmistakable Holts taste that I took to from day 1

J. B.

The Ape and Apple, John Dalton St., Manchester Bustling old school pub. Holt’s beers and lagers always well kept and excellent value. Always worth a visit.

I. F.

Loving the addition of Trailblazer, Hop and Crystal on draught to acompany my bottled Two Hoots regular tipple in The Tiger Moth, Irlam, Manchester. Hosted by owners Seamus and Eileen McCallion. Boasting a refurb done during lockdown with no help from Holt's. Great beer just got better.. 😉😁👍

r. e. r.

I have been drinking in Holts pub since the exact day of my eighteen birthday year 1986. I have drunk many a pint in a variety of holts pubs, even as far as Southport, but mostly in central Manchester area. My new favourite holts pub is the lower Turks head on shudehill in the city centre. I was lucky to be one of the first customers through the door, when it first opened. The staff were friendly and I purchased a lovely pint of my favourite holts gold lager.

When I moved into the Prestwich area had my first drink of Holts ales in 1968 I didn’t find it to my taste but now I am pleased to say I am in an area surrounded by Holts pubs. Every pub has a good atmosphere and the ale and food is spot on, my local is the Eagle and Child in Whitefield who’s managers and staff are always welcoming and helpful. Mike Bramley

D. M.

Top service when I’ve ordered via the website including the delivery service and excellent bitter as always. My local is The Park at Monton, best pub in the area and great ale, I would always recommend a pint of Joey Holts’s bitter to anyone who hasn’t tried it yet, long may it continue! Very happy customer!!!

P. D.

All Holt's pubs deliver the best pint of bitter in the North! The pubs are great and the locals friendly, use the pub crawl map to discover them all

K. C.

I started to order mini kegs during the lockdown and they always arrive exactly on time . I think there a good product at a fair price...keep producing them ! That said they're good but not a patch on a pint of the ( new) cask mild at my local... Terry's The Park Inn Swinton

M. D.

My favourite beer is Joseph Holts and always will be. I have drunk it for well over 30 years man and boy. My local is The House Without a Name in Harwood and it is without doubt the favourite with all the locals. Nothing else comes close. My wife says that I have Holtsheimers but I love it. Carry on the good work.

C. M.

My local JH is like a home from home & a massive part of our community. I'm a Crystal drinker but love to switch it up with a wine or even a tia Maria. Whatever takes my fancy they've got it. Match days & quiz nights are always fun

J. S.

A family run brewery that exceed what you wish to find in a pint of beer be it bitter or their outstanding "black" mild served to perfection in the Bradford, Turks head and Hare and hounds.

J. R.

Booked sunday dinner on 17th April for 18 of the family at the Blue Bell inn Whitefield bury.The staff had rearranged the furniture to accommodate us all which was very thoughtful. Service was brilliant from start to finish,food was bang on and the staff were excellent, we commend you all.The main thing was my holts black was bang on form.we will definitely be calling back.Next on the list will be the friendship on scholes lane prestwich, next week,see you soon,john.

P. C.

I love Joseph Holt beer. Takes me back to being "a lot younger" as my dad was brought up in a Joseph Holt pub in Salford called The Old House at Home. Some of the pubs when i was a teenager in Bury had JH pubs....and I've managed to obtain glasses and a Bar Towle from JH for my garden bar. Their beer.....amazing stuff too!!

m. b.

Ordered 2 kegs and a glass direct. Made available mistake on collecting, emailed and sorted promptly and delivered FOC following day. Only query is they left the delivery with my 15 yr old son, which is a worry if he was ordering his own drink, security needed. I only ordered as a quest too not even logged in.

P. J.

Placed order for 3 X5 litre beer kegs fast delivery fantastic guy who delivered them very helpful and the beer is spot on I bought 2 largers and a stout ready for the Bank holiday weekend as I'm off work so party time in my shed (pub) a poster would go nice on my wall so hears good luck to me ....

S. D. B. B. (. D. I. o. M.

I'm a Postie in the isle of man for the last 25 years but I used to love all the Holts pubs. Foresters (Prestwich) Coach n Horses ( Whitefield) Lamb and Stanley (eccles) were my particular favourites. I even managed to get Holts Sixex on cask in the Isle of Man early this year. It was the best pint I've had for years. Joseph Holt, Fantastic, cheers , Slurpy Dave

B. T.

The best beer by far that Holts Brewery has produced is “Black” It’s a full flavoured stout that has the same wonderful taste as a Guinness without the faff

A. B.

I drink in in the Atherton Arms and eat at the Bowling Green, Charnock Richard. Both amazing places to go to and enjoy food and drink. Amazing staff and service and friendly atmosphere.

P. B.

Atherton Arms friendly welcoming pub with karaoke on Saturday nights great sports coverage everyday,all served with award winning quality beers and great bar staff .

S. H.

Excellent range of beers very well kept My local is The Blue Bell Manchester road. Very good food and wel kept ales

C. L.

Your kegs are brilliant, just love the lever on the top just like pulling a proper pint, and the beer is superb. I don't by any other brand now, delivery service is excellent and so is the company service.

P. B.

I have worked here on numerous occasions and always guaranteed a warm welcome. Such a friendly bunch of people to work with without exception. Always a pleasure.

C. F.

my family came over from Spain and we had a lovely meal one lunch time and a few drinks another night the blue Bell in whitefield is my go to place such nice meals and the beers are good too

A. W.

Newmarket Pendlebury M27. Excellent beer, congenial host & staff and good, no trouble, clientele. Nice beer garden out the back.

T. T.

This is a shout out for the team at P5 cheadle hulme, always friendly on our regular Tuedsay night old gits gathering, Holts bitter has to be the best pint in Manchester ,wild horses wouldnt keep us away. Cheers !

D. H.

I have been a regular at the Millhouse in Warrington for a number of years.Right from the old pub through to the refurbishment.I have found the staff both old and new very friendly and knowledgeable .The food and beer are of the highest quality.Especially my favourite lager Diamond.I know Lisa and the team will continue to provide an excellent service and will have my custom for many years to come.

r. m.

All Joseph holt's pubs have great atmosphere great beer and the prices are very competitive i always enjoy a beer and food in these pubs the staff are so polite and friendly my local is the church inn newton heath and let me say ive had some great times in there the entertainment in there is great they cater for all well worth 5 stars keep it up guys ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

S. H.

THE OSTRICH - Prestwich, near Heaton park. A must place to visit is The Ostrich in Prestwich- a great Joseph Holt’s pub. Jay & Julie are great hosts and make all welcome. We have seen it grown in to a put who welcomes everyone, great beer garden, outside bar, pergola, memory wall for family & friends who have passed away. The beer, great choice and being regulars we’ve earned our VIP card 👍 Come & visit Jay & Julie at The Ostrich and enjoy a drink, amd the company 👍🍺 🍷 🥂 #JosephHolts

T. S.

When I'm tired and feeling low There really is only one place to go The Morning Stars the place to be A pint of Holts or maybe three A trip up the A6 Swinton bound A warm welcome will be found The Morning Star it will revive A pint of Holts or maybe five Great beer, company and a bite to eat All the staff are hard to beat The Morning Star my own sweet heaven A pint of Holts or maybe seven

W. B.

A family run brewery , creating a wonderful array of beers and stout . Some say " An acquired Taste " I'm glad that I've acquired it !

L. N.

All Holts pubs I have visited (and that’s quite a few 😂) are great value for money and the beer is always fantastic!

a. c.

Had a lovely few pints in the Cart and Horses located just across the road from my place of work in Tyldsley, great ale & great atmosphere- thank you 🍻

S. G.

Best pubs in Manchester are Holts’s 👍🏼 Serving the best beers and every one of them is unique in its own way

R. M.

Good old fashioned friendly brewery and pubs especially where I go (the old monkey in Manchester) friendly hosts and barstaff.Oh and the beers great too ha ha

C. R.

Crystal lager..one of my favourite lagers to drink at home in the mini keg. Goes nice with my takeaway curry

D. F.

The Lamb and The Bull are my locals but I love the homely feel of all Holts pubs and I love the beer 🍺

D. W.

Great Beer and great pubs! Top marks to the excellent Half Way House in Blackpool!

A. P.

A fantastic brewery with a fantastic history and still brewing amazing ales, I love there pubs and can't wait till I can visit another soon lol

s. b.

Marsh Mill Tavern is our weekly meeting place for family Saturdays. Our new local!

J. W.

Lucky to live close to The Crown pub in Horwich. Great staff, great bar.

T. S.

Hare and Hounds Ringley Road. Lovely pub, great atmosphere and very friendly landlord and staff.

M. W.

I love the taste of holts bitter in all the pubs I've been in no complaints from me

S. G.

The Spread Eagle in Chorlton ,is a must to visit.Great environment, food is delicious ,with all the favourite Holt ales.Highly recommended.

D. M.

Always look for a Holt's pub on a day trip or an excursion. Always superb quality beer and food at affordable prices prices.

P. K.

Been drinking at the Newmarket Inn for roughly forty seven years great atmosphere always good for a laugh with local characters good ales and excellent service

R. L.

A traditional brewery with pubs that cater for everyone and has its heart in the right place...lovely beer too 🍺

J. G.

Great traditional pubs with reasonable prices plus a great selection of quality drinks.

S. B.

Been drinking in various Holt's for the past 50 years still love the traditional beers and the new ones.

T. S.

Top pubs in their collection, with a mix of drink only and eating establishments and great beer

T. G.

Excellent cask bitter at a reasonable price. Lots of friendly pubs around the Manchester area.

S. G.

A great brewery with good value for money products. Oh and some nice pubs too!

h. o.

Horse and jockey in cholton we love this pub great food and beer staff are fantastic too

Consistent and reliable beer served at great pubs across the region.

S. M.

Holts produce fantastic beers and their staff are always a pleasure to chat to 👍

m. b.

Had a lovely meal at the blue bell bury food is always good staff are brilliant

l. l.

Love a Joey Holts pub! Great atmosphere, great pint of diamond!

d. m.

Great pubs and great beer not to mention the fantastic staff

i. w.

Best beer in Manchester,and the nicest tasting in the country.

A. N.

A very friendly place to relax with some very nice ales on tap to drink and savour.

J. G.

Great people to work with, Beers exceptional with great taste along with what people want in a beer

V. k.

Fantastic pub chain have visited a few lovely helpful staff always

J. P.

Guaranteed a good ale anytime you see the Holts sign!

M. S.

We visited the golden lion swinton for some food + drink, the bar staff was very helpful Nat and Craig were very friendly + helpful, the food was cooked to perfection I would recommend the buttermilk chicken burger thanks to the chef Antony we will be returning thanks guys!

D. G.

There brewery is 100% top notch can't complain

G. C.

Fantastic brewery, one of the underappreciated gems of Manchester.

J. B.

As a well travelled, ex pat Mancunian I can categorically state that Joseph Holts brew the best bitter in the country. A trip to the Halfway House in Droylsden is considered essential every time I return home to visit my family. Fabulous, well kept quality beer served by Tom and his staff in a friendly atmosphere. Trust me, at this price it really can't be beaten! Keep up the good work and let's hope that we can return to normality as soon as possible. Mancunians,you don't know how lucky you are!

K. B.

Who doesn't love Joseph Holt's. Nice pubs, great beer and decent prices. Never a bad night in their pubs, proper sound atmosphere, decent groups of people and just an all round good ole' boozer. Get yourself down

l. c.

Sun and castle on hillgate always friendly staff willing to help in anyway they can

b. r.

Went to the Railway pub in Buxton 11 July 21, nice pub, generally pleasant staff (except 1 member) the man..manager showing customers to their seats was not wearing a mask and was well within 1 meter of me, no problem I was wearing a Mask...however when he came to the table..not wearing a mask and I was seated and as per recommendations was not wearing a mask I challenged him about it....he said he was "excempt" but I felt threatened...surely breweries should not be allowing staff exempt or not to be any where near their customers if they are not wearing a mask. These non mask wearing people can easily spread Covid to their seated customers who are not wearing mask. This person was quite unpleasant when I very politely challenged him to show me his official exemption.. There was another issue when I queried the bill, again very politely, no raised voice and no bad language, at this point this possibly Covud carrying manager??...asked me to leave. All the other staff were exemplary but this person who is so called "exempt" needs to be relogated to a back room position where he cannot infect customers.

S. M.

A very lovely brewery. Lovely products, well kept pubs and polite, welcoming staff. A firm favourite for me and my husband. We love The Richmond pub in Southport, its such a lovely pub.

D. A.

As an ex pat Mancunian living in Perth, Western Australia, I can only agree with Jeremy Boots and say every time we come home to visit family, The Halfway House in Droylsden is always one of our first ports of call. Clare and Tommy are always welcoming and the beer is always spot on. We're looking forward to when the lockdown is over and we can get back for some proper beer in a proper pub. I just wish one of the bottle shops over here would import some Holts'

G. N.

Another great evening at the chapel house great pub .

A. H.

Joseph Holts Beer - pubs and beer that reach the parts others don’t.

M. C.

Must say Joseph holts is easily the best beer larger ale around ,the world even , I’m ex Royal Navy so I’ve travelled too ,it’s not been beaten in my view. That’s the alcohol! now the customer services and managers I complained about a certain pub and I sent it by e-mail and I also rang the person who answered was nice polite but the managers don’t look at the complaint and it seems it’s brushed under the carpet . Very poor management In my opinion! I mean if you were to complain you’d like to be heard I’m sure you would .

G. W. -. A. M.

I ordered a case of the Humdinger and Sixex bottled ales and were blown away by them, both fantastic beers. Holts have some great products and pubs - a great Manchester institution worth cherishing.

C. F.

Lovely beer. Great service

J. H.

I grew up in joseph holts pubs, and they are all the best traditional pub to be found in greater Manchester!! Proper pubs, salt of the earth people, great beer!!! 🍺 who could ask for anything else!!! Stay strong Joseph Holts!!!

D. S.

not a bad beer. the service leaves a lot to be desired.

P. S.

Ordered the Bitter 5L mini keg and it was delicious. Tasted just as when poured at the pub. Hard to compare in lockdown, but I'll buy more when it's available.

L. M.

Another fine evening at the ostrich! All health and safety in place, staff very efficient and friendly, as always, fine management, good job!! Well done!!!

I had never had Joseph Holts beer before but when the Abbey in St Helens had a refurb I thought I would try some, although I am usually a cider drinker, so I tried the diamond and must say I was pleasantly surprised it was fresh, crisp and thoroughly enjoyable and the staff at the Abbey were fantastic and made us feel very welcome and the beer is always great, if you haven’t tried it you should definitely give it ago xxx

S. D.

My local is the Melville and when ever I am else where in town I always look for a Holts pub. Great beer at reasonable prices. Pride of Manchester.

J. H.

Great boozers selling tasty beer

t. u.

The bitter is a wonderful pint, and a visit to a Holt's pub is a very definite must on my visits back to Manchester.

A. M.

Nice old brewery near centre of Manchester Easy to find small yeard for 44tonner helpful members of staff

L. S.

Love 💕 the pint of bitter 🍻😍

S. T.

Been to the Railway hotel in Buxton on the last 2 Wednesday night's for curry night And both weeks had to send back the poppadoms as they were not cooked, they were meant to be crispy but each time they were soggy, will be a while before we go back.