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The Pack Horse
The Pack Horse
The Pack Horse
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THE PACK HORSE

(5.0 Score)
52 Watling Street, Affetside, Bury BL8 3QW, UK Directions

Since 2008

Speciality:

✓ Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot ✓ Mouton Cadet Bordeaux ✓ Cava Classic Brut ✓ Prosecco Doc ✓ Prosecco Rosé Doc ✓ Prosecco Doc Bericanto ✓ Champagne Charles Joubert Nv ✓ Chenin Blanc Writer's Block ✓ Sauvignon Blanc Turtle Bay ✓ Chardonnay Monterey Bay ✓ Pinotage Illusion ✓ Rioja Faustino Rivero Crianza ✓ Malbec Club De Campo ✓ Shiraz Richland Black ✓ Pinot Grigio Primi Soli Blush ✓ Chicken Liver ✓ Brandy Pâté ✓ Campagnola Green Olives ✓ Brie Ciabatta ✓ Cheese and Chive Mashed Potatoes

“The Pack Horse has a unique style and ambience with an elegant open-plan bar, cosy adjacent areas for drinkers, diners, and walkers, and a dedicated dining area and dining terrace with stunning countryside views. The pub has open fires and wooden beams, offering craft ales and pub grub. Their food menu features an array of dishes to suit all tastes, including homemade burgers, classic mains and succulent grills. The Pack Horse proudly serves a great selection of high-quality cask ales, offering various styles and flavours. Their wine menu features a variety of wines from around the world, including quality favourites and unique selections to excite you. Enjoy £0.50 off any pint of cask ale from their fantastic range. They also offer vegan dishes.

2025 Update: Their bright and airy conservatory is a very popular place to dine, offering fantastic views by day and a great ambience by night while overlooking the dark hillsides. The Pack Horse provides exclusive gift cards that are perfect for any occasion.”

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Price:

Starters & Things To Share
Pan Fried King Prawns £11.95
Pulled Beef Brisket £10.95
Oak Smoked Salmon £10.95
Pressed Veg Terrine £8.95
Soup Of The Day £7.25
Garlic Flatbread £5.60
Garlic Flatbread W Cheese £6.95
Mains
Roasted Chicken Breast £17.95
Lancashire Hot Pot £23.95
Roasted Cod Fillet £24.95
Pork Belly £20.95
English Pork Sausages £15.95
Butternut Sage Ravioli £16.95
Beef & Ale Pie £17.95
Minted Lamb Henry £24.95
Sea Bass & King Prawns £21.95
Chickpea Tikka Masala £15.95
Add Chicken Breast £4.95
Add King Prawns £4.50
Cheese & Onion Pie £16.75
Breaded Scampi £15.95
Battered Haddock £17.50

Contact:

01204 884 584

Mon-Thu & Sun: 12pm - 11pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 12am

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The Brown Cow
The Brown Cow
The Brown Cow
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THE BROWN COW

(4.9 Score)
Burrs Country Park, Bury BL8 1DA, UK Directions

Speciality:

✓ Rum ✓ Vodka ✓ Gin ✓ Champagne or Sparkling Wine ✓ Margarita ✓ Mojito ✓ Martini ✓ Whiskey ✓ Cider ✓ Hard Seltzer ✓ Beer ✓ Red ✓ White ✓ Rosé Wines ✓ Cocktails ✓ Gallon Casks and Real Ales ✓ Homemade Soup of the Day ✓ Breaded Mushrooms ✓ Black Pudding ✓ Prawn Marie Rose ✓ Jacket Potatoes ✓ Basket Of Chips ✓ Garlic Bread With Cheese ✓ Potato Wedges ✓ Chip Muffin ✓ Hot Minted Lamb ✓ Gravy Boat ✓ Chilli Con Carne ✓ Tuna Mayo ✓ Thai Fishcakes

“The Brown Cow is a dog-friendly pub that features a large outdoor area with BBQ facilities, swings, tables, and an outside bar in the summer. The pub is also a family-run pub that offers a good selection of bar meals made with locally sourced ingredients. There is also a small function room available upstairs. The Brown Cow features live music, weekly happy hours on Fridays from 4 to 7 PM, and children's play equipment. You can gather with family and friends and engage in lively conversations. Vegetarian-friendly and gluten-free options are available.

2025 Update: They are proud to serve local beers and delicious food in a welcoming, relaxed setting. The Brown Cow also features amenities such as wheelchair access, reservations, and available parking.”

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Price:

Main Meals From The Grill
Mixed Grill £19.95
Beef Lasagne £11.95
Beer Battered Fish £14.50
Steak Frites £15.95
16oz Horseshoe Gammon (GF) £15.95
8oz Horseshoe Gammon (GF) £9.95
Cheese & Onion Pie (V) £13.95
Chicken Tikka Masala £11.95
Rag Pudding £11.95
Penang Curry (VE) £10.95
Steak & Ale Pie £14.50
Whole Tail Scampi £11.95
Chilli Con Carne £11.95
Cumberland Sausage Ring £13.95
Hunters Chicken £12.95
Lamb Shank £14.95
Chicken & Mushroom Pie £14.50
Vegetable Lasagne (V) £11.95
Burgers
Ultimate Burger £13.50
Cheese Burger £10.95
“No Chick” Chicken Burger (VE) £10.95
Desserts
Jam Roly Poly
Apple & Blackberry Crumble (GF Option)
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Hot Chocolate Fudge Cake
Children’s Ice Cream (GF) £2.00
Ice Cream Sundae (GF) £4.95

Contact:

0161 764 3386

Mon-Thu & Sun: 12pm - 11pm
Fri: 12pm - 12am
Sat: 12pm - 10pm

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Rose & Crown
Rose & Crown
Rose & Crown
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ROSE & CROWN

(4.8 Score)
2-6 Cockey Moor Road, Bury BL8 2HB, UK Directions

Speciality:

✓ Hunter’s Chicken ✓ Katsu Chicken ✓ Wholetail Scampi ✓ Hand-battered Cod ✓ Rainbow Grain Salad ✓ Rainbow Grain Salad With Halloumi ✓ Lasagne ✓ Steak and Ruddles Ale Pie ✓ Sausage and Mash ✓ Chicken Tenders ✓ Moroccan Kebabs ✓ Grilled Herb Butter King Prawns ✓ Bang Bang Cauliflower ✓ Hand-carved Turkey ✓ Roast Sirloin of Beef ✓ Slow Cooked Lamb Shank ✓ Yorkshire Pudding ✓ Beef and Turkey Duo

“2025 Update: Rose & Crown is a beloved pub at the heart of Bury, where you can experience a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Their menu features a range of signature dishes and traditional pub classics, paired with an impressive selection of cask ales and premium spirits. You can enjoy the comfort of their beer garden or join them for an event where you can join with locals and create unforgettable memories. Their dedicated team ensures every event surpasses expectations, making it the perfect venue. Rose & Crown has gluten-free options available and also recommends checking allergen information with a member of staff at the venue. Rose & Crown also offers a range of amenities, including Sky and BT Sport, and facilities for disabled guests, families, and dog owners.”

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Price:

Starters
Chicken Tenders £4.95
Halloumi Fries £5.45
Creamy Garlic Mushrooms £5.25
Moroccan Kebabs £6.25
Salt & Pepper Squid £5.75
Grilled Herb Butter King Prawns £7.25
Bang Bang Cauliflower £4.45
Vegan Bang Bang Cauliflower £4.45
Sharers
Butchers Board £11.95
Grazing Board £11.95
Signature Dishes
Pulled Lamb Shepherd’s Pie £14.45
Grilled Salmon Fillet £15.75
Camembert & Mushroom Tart £13.45
Mushroom Tart £13.45
Pub Classics
Hunter’s Chicken £9.75
Wholetail Scampi £8.45
Hand-battered Cod £12.95
Katsu Chicken £11.25
Rainbow Grain Salad £9.95
Rainbow Grain Salad with Halloumi £12.95
Rainbow Grain Salad with Chicken £12.95
Rainbow Grain Salad with Salmon £14.95
Lasagne £9.45
Lasagne with Large Salad £9.45
Chicken & Pulled Ham Hock Pie £11.45
Steak & Ruddles Ale Pie £11.95
8oz Sirloin Steak £17.95
Sausage and Mash £8.95

Contact:

0161 761 7523

Mon-Sat: 11:30am - 11pm
Sun: 11:30am - 10:30pm

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THE PACK HORSE REVIEWS

Lovely meal. Friendly and professional staff and friendly service. I visited with a friend for lunch and ate from the fixed menu. The main menu has lots of choice too. I will visit here again based off my experience eating here. It is also dog friendly and there is a lovely terrace to sit out when the weather permits with fantastic views. Word of advice arrive early if you want a space on the car park it fills up quickly. All in all I recommend this restaurant and I will definitely eat here again.

Always enjoy eating at the Pack, whether a family occasion or catching up with friends. The food is of a high standard, and well presented, with the menu changing on a regular basis. All the staff are friendly, approachable and knowledgeable about the food on offer, and always willing to accommodate specific dietary requests. All in all a great experience and one to be highly recommended.

Table for 3 all had 3 courses. Food was delicious highly recommend a visit . Just thought I'd give a shout out to Brad, who served us thanks we will be back.

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THE BROWN COW REVIEWS

Well the grandkids had their share of the beer garden, food was brilliant and the staff were professional and the service was excellent. With me being from Bury, born and bred, loving my Boddingtons. But they have others ales to try.

Excellent place! 3 of us came here tonight and staff were proper friendly and food was excellent. Really good vibe and excellent location for it. Good menu (see pics) with plenty of vegan/veggie options which I like to see! Pies and lasagne were all excellent and the halloumi fries were brill!

Excellent pub. Service, beer, value & food 10/10. The steak was premium quality. I've paid 4x more for a steak at other places but not one of the 'gastro' establishments could match this. O, they're happy for you to bring man's best friend.

ROSE & CROWN REVIEWS

Friendly staff, amazing food Last minute decision to book due to work schedule but still fitted us in even tho close to kitchen closing. So glad we went Will definitely be back. I’ve the rest of the menu to sample

Attended over the last 2 evenings with family , top service by the staff and delicious food served , well worth a visit if your in the Bury area .

First time we have been in this pub, also dog friendly , good food and good service. I would recommend this pub.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE PACK HORSE Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Social Media: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Table Reservations: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 4.9K: 10
Videos: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE BROWN COW Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Reviews Accuracy of 1.9K: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Social Media: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Pricing: 10
Videos: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

ROSE & CROWN Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Acknowledgements: 9
Complete Info: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Review Analysis: 9
Table Reservations: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 1.9K: 10
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