The Lounge

The latest addition to the Ramsbottom beer scene. Following on similar lines to its sister bar in Rawtenstall its an excellent venue to spend an hour sampling the many craft & cask ales on offer. There is usually something to suit everyone's taste, including 5 casks ales (which usually includes a stout, a traditional bitter and two or three golden or hoppy varieties.) There are also up to 15 x keg craft ales on offer. This place is certainly worth a visit & I'm sure will not disappoint. Already it's becoming a regular venue for those who like to combine steam trains & beer as its only a short stroll from the ELR station. Mike (the owner) has a sound knowledge of the local micro brewery scene and his choice of beers reflect that. Overall this is yet another great asset for the town. On a final note, and this is what usually let's most establishments down, the toilets. But not in this case, they were spotless! On findings to date I'd give this a resounding 5 stars! Re-reviewed on 17th Sept 2023 and the bar continues to maintain its high standards - My only observation, despite efforts by the owners to deaden the sound, the internal accoustics are not the best & so it can get very noisy at busy times.

Fabulous addition to the Ramsbottom scene brought to you by Mike & Amanda of Casked Rawtenstall. Great selection of Cask and Keg beers with loads of, mainly local, Gins . Great Pizza too and half price on Wednesdays. Great staff, great drinks, what more could you want? They are card only which makes a lot of sense these days, though it might put off a few of the Cash is King dinosaurs. But nobody will miss them anyway. 😁

As always, cracking selection of local beers and ales, quick friendly service and to top it of nicely (see wot I did there?!) half price freshly made pizza! Stopped off from a trip on the East Lancashire Railway pulled by 257 Squadron West Country Class Loco. Superb day out in Ramsbottom and Rossendale!