Old Fire Station, Ashton-under-Lyne

Along from Wetherspoons.

Cavernous town centre pub in the old fire station building facing the Tameside Council Offices. Acquired and reopened by Amber Taverns following significant investment, including the cellar, October 2022. 3 hand-pulled ales available, currently all from JW Lees. Licensee is Sarah Greaves, and the cellar is looked after by real ale enthusiast Barry Garrish, who describes himself as the best cellarman in the Amber Taverns estate. The Old Fire Station is the 5th pub that the couple have managed for the pubco. Wet-led pub, with no food, and no dogs or children allowed. Multiple screens for viewing sporting events. Karaoke room available for up to 20 crooners. Karaoke in main pub Sundays, live music weekly either Friday or Saturday (check facebook for updates). Darts, cards & dominoes all available. The ceiling has been restored to show the design that ensured that fire engines could fit in with their ladders on the roof. Fire engine and fire station memorabilia is being collected to display in the pub and donations are most welcome. The pub has become an active part of the local community, with the Ambitions Social Club making use of the extensive premises. Also sponsors of the Ashton Cricket Club. Close to train station, bus station and metro.