Which of these 15 pubs and bars in Warrington is king of the pumps?

Where do you go for a quick drink after work or to meet family and friends at the weekend?

Is there one pub that is better than the rest and deserves to be crowned Best Pub or Bar in Warrington?

In the latest instalment of our Best of 2024 competition, pubs are taking centre stage and it’s time to reveal the shortlist in our search for Warrington’s best pub or bar – which will you vote for?

In our Best of 2024 campaign, we’ve given out 21 awards so far in Warrington for hair, nails and beauty as well as tattoos and independent shops and businesses and many more.

Next up we wanted to find the best bar or pub in the area.

We’ve shortlisted our top 15 pubs and bars that will now battle it out to be named the best in Warrington.

We need your help to choose an overall Best Pub or Bar winner from our shortlist.

There are three ways to vote:

1. Search for the Best Pub or Bar posts on our Warrington Guardian Facebook or X (Twitter) pages and comment under the post with the name of your winner = 1 vote

2. Name your favourite in the comments section on this article via our website = 2 votes

3. Purchase a copy of this week’s Warrington Guardian (September 19 edition) and fill in the entry form = 5 votes

(*NB For newspaper entries, email a screenshot of the completed entry form to heidi.summerfield@newsquest.co.uk – please note that only original copies will be accepted. More than one entry can be submitted per person but you will be asked to provide your own unique reference code for each entry to avoid duplication eg if your name is Smith you may wish to write SmithX3 or HS21! as your code. You will need to provide a different code for each different voting coupon submitted. For full terms and conditions go to newsquest.co.uk/terms-conditions)

Voting officially opens today, Thursday, and closes at midnight on Sunday, September 22.

We will be announcing the winner next week.

Keep an eye out for our next Best of 2024 appeal on our social media pages on Friday.

OUR TOP 15 PUBS AND BARS SHORTLIST:

Tank Bar & Live Lounge

Tank Bar & Live Lounge, Cairo Street, Warrington

One nomination said: “Great live music, a great atmosphere with lovely staff .

“The place each weekend.”

For more details go to facebook.com/TheTankWA1

Seven Woods

The Seven Woods, Westbrook

One happy customer said: “Absolutely amazing family friendly place with lovely food.

“The staff are brilliant and will go above and beyond for their customers.

“I would certainly recommend this amazing pub to everyone.”

For more details go to facebook.com/SevenWoodsWestbrook

St Benedict's

St Benedict’s, Rhode Street, Warrington

One nomination said: “Such a super place with an amazing manager.

“They do such wonderful things for the community.”

Another said: “A lovely little club with plenty going on.”

For more details go to facebook.com/stbenedictsclub

The Blue Bell

The Blue Bell, Horsemarket Street, Warrington

One regular said: “The Blue Bell for me - best pub in Warrington!

“Great food and superb live music.”

Another said: “There is great for food, entertainment and atmosphere.

“The owners and staff are very welcoming.”

For more details go to facebook.com/thebluebellwarrington

Lickle

Lickle, Suez Street, Warrington

One nomination said: “LIckle is my go to place at the moment.

“Great beers and music and everyone is so friendly.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558714232949

The Bulls Head

The Bulls Head, Church Street, Warrington

One regular customer said: “A brilliant landlady, staff and locals.

“Heart of the local community.”

Another said: “The ale is reasonably priced so it’s great.”

For more details go to facebook.com/bullsheadwarrington

Pasha Lounge Bar

Pasha Lounge Bar, Buttermarket Street, Warrington

One nomination said: “The most amazing platform for upcoming musical talent.

“An inclusive environment with a fabulous owner and atmosphere and well deserving of this award.”

For more details go to facebook.com/pashaloungewarrington

Peggy McCools

Peggy McCools, The Stables, Erwood Street, Warrington

One customer said: “This place has the best craft selection in the town centre and top quality live music.”

For more details go to facebook.com/peggymccools

The Blackburne Arms

The Blackburne Arms, Orford Green, Warrington

One nomination said: “Amazing bar staff and always welcoming.”

Others agreed and said “it’s a great community pub”.

For more details go to facebook.com/365blackburnearms

King's Head

King’s Head, Winwick Street, Warrington

The beer garden is popular with regulars.

One review on their Facebook page said: “Best pub ever!

“Always full of great friendly people, great bar staff and a great atmosphere.”

For more details go to facebook.com/kingshead123

Doherty's Irish Bar

Doherty’s Irish Bar, Bold Street, Warrington

Customers say this place has a great atmosphere with friendly bar staff.

One review on their Facebook page said: “An absolute gem of a bar!

“A top class team - you would think they had been open for years.”

For more details go to facebook.com/DohertysIrishBar

The Cheshire Cheese

The Cheshire Cheese, Knutsford Road, Warrington

One review on their Facebook page said: “Great pub with lovely people and regulars - one of the few left in Latchford.

“Cool beer garden, quiz, bingo, karaoke and great Thai food.

“There’s always a table and seat found for you and Alex the landlord has turned the pub around.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057184040610

The Rope & Anchor

The Rope & Anchor, Manchester Road, Woolston

One nomination said: “This place by far!

“The new management have smashed it and they have the best atmosphere and food this pub has seen for a very long time.”

For more details go to facebook.com/ropeanchorwoolston

The Howley Pub

The Howley Hotel, Parr Street, Warrington

One happy customer said: “The Howley Hotel is such an amazing pub, so friendly.

“I’ve been going there for years - fantastic landlords and great people no matter where you’re from.

“You will always feel welcome.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559060102412

The Ferry Tavern (Image: supplied)

The Ferry Tavern, Station Road, Penketh

This place is “buzzing” when the beer festivals and music festivals are in full swing.

This popular place won Warrington’s Best Beer Garden – can they add Warrington’s Best Pub or Bar title to their collection?

For more details go to facebook.com/theferrytavern