Central Lancashire

Campaign for Real Ale

Campaign for Real Ale

Pubs Closed 1973-2022

Below is a list of pubs that are known to have closed during the lifetime of CAMRA Central Lancashire branch (originally CAMRA West Lancashire branch). Not all these pubs were selling real ale. In all instances the year of closure is as accurate as possible.

See also Pubs That Closed And Then Later Re-Opened.

Pubs Closed In 2022

1 Charnock, Preston Closed, and to be converted into housing. whatpub page
2 Saddle, Bartle Closed, and demolished later in the year. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2020

1 Cuckoo's Nest, Chorley Closed, and converted back into a shop. whatpub page
2 Little Inn On The Park, Chorley Closed, did not re-open after Covid lockdown. whatpub page
3 Th'Owd Seven Stars, Leyland Closed, possibly to become a Chinese takeaway. whatpub page
4 The Peters Bar, Bamber Bridge Closed, did not re-open after Covid lockdown. whatpub page
5 Sir Robert Peel, Walton-le-Dale Closed, did not re-open after Covid lockdown. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2019

1 Cheers Bar, Coppull Closed, due to failure to get planning permission. whatpub page
2 Fives, Preston Closed (again). whatpub page
3 Ginnell, Chorley Closed. whatpub page
4 New Fleece, Preston Closed, and later announced that it would be converted into a shop. whatpub page
5 Pride Of Aggi, Adlington Closed, due to failure to get planning permission. whatpub page
6 Robin Hood, Mawdesley Closed, possibly to be replaced by housing. whatpub page
7 Bitter Suite, Preston Closed as a pub, and became a cocktail bar. whatpub page
8 Waterfront, Ashton Closed, and later demolished to make way for a care home. whatpub page
9 Withy Trees, Fulwood Closed, and will make way for a new development. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2018

1 Dog & Partridge, Chipping Closed, to be used for residential accommodation. whatpub page
2 Hop Pocket, Chorley Closed, and will be replaced by housing. whatpub page
3 Horns, Goosnargh Closed, although there were plans for it to re-open. whatpub page
4 Oblivion, Preston Closed, with plans that it be replaced by flats. whatpub page
5 Old Dog, Preston Closed, future unknown. whatpub page
6 Parkers Arms, Chorley Closed, briefly part of an Indian restaurant. whatpub page
7 Railway At Euxton, Euxton Closed, to be converted into a children's nursery. whatpub page
8 Sumners, Fulwood Closed, and demolished to make way for a new development. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2017

1 George, Chorley Closed, due to severe fire damage. whatpub page
2 Grill & Grain At The Boatyard, Riley Green Closed, due to severe fire damage. whatpub page
3 Hearts Of Oak (now Vinyl Tap, Preston) Closed, but see Pubs That Closed And Then Later Re-Opened. whatpub page
4 Lamb & Packet, Preston Closed, premises now owned by UCLAN. whatpub page
5 New Welcome, Preston Closed, and to be used for private accommodation. whatpub page
6 Sebastopol, Chorley Closed, and converted into a restaurant. whatpub page
7 Shepherds Arms, Chorley Closed, possibly for conversion into flats. whatpub page
8 Sumpter Horse, Penwortham Closed, possibly to be demolished. whatpub page
9 Unicorn, Preston Closed, now used as building firm offices. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2016

1 Boars Head, Barton Closed, with an application that it be demolished. whatpub page
2 Korova Arts Cafe & Bar, Preston Closed, premises next became a Jazz Lounge & Oyster Bar. whatpub page
3 Leigh Arms & Station, Chorley Closed, to be replaced by a Youth Zone. whatpub page
4 Moor Inn, Chorley Closed now for several months. whatpub page
5 Myerscough, Balderstone Closed, and premises have since been demolished. whatpub page
6 Tithebarn, Preston Closed, with windows boarded up. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2015

1 Gillibrand Arms, Chorley Closed, and to be demolished for housing. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2014

1 Belle Vue, Preston Closed. whatpub page
2 Black Bull, Moss Side Closed, and has now been demolished. whatpub page
3 John O'Gaunt, Ingol Closed, and has been converted into a children's day nursery. whatpub page
4 Original Ship, Leyland Closed, and has been converted into an office and showroom. whatpub page
5 Plungington Tavern, Preston Closed, possibly to become student accommodation. whatpub page
6 Revolution, Preston Closed as a pub and has become a cocktail bar. whatpub page
7 Shawes Arms, Preston Closed, with an unknown future. whatpub page
8 Windmill, Mellor Brook Closed, with plans that it be demolished. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2013

1 Black Bull, Mawdesley Closed, although there were plans for it to re-open. whatpub page
2 Brookes Arms, Chorley Closed, and has now been demolished. whatpub page
3 Fox & Grapes (Ribbleton Lane), Preston Closed, possibly to become café-restaurant. whatpub page
4 Kinetic Bar, Chorley Closed now for several months. whatpub page
5 Lancs & Yorks, Bamber Bridge Closed, and may now be demolished. whatpub page
6 Mill, Croston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
7 New Deepdale, Preston Closed, to become an Islamic Learning Centre. whatpub page
8 Skeffington, Preston Closed. whatpub page
9 Waggon & Horses, Leyland Closed, and premises sold by Thwaites Brewery in 2014. whatpub page
10 White Bull, Bamber Bridge Closed to be converted into a funeral parlour. whatpub page
11 White Bull, Longridge Closed now for several months. whatpub page
12 Windmill, Eccleston Closed, and was eventually demolished in 2016. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2012

1 Bridge, Walton-le-Dale Closed, and has now been demolished. whatpub page
2 Brook House, Heskin Closed for possible conversion into private accommodation. whatpub page
3 Cotty Brook, Lea Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
4 Crown, Chorley Closed, but see Pubs That Closed And Then Later Re-Opened. whatpub page
5 Duke William, Longridge Closed for possible conversion into private accommodation. whatpub page
6 Fox & Grapes (Fox Street), Preston Closed as a pub and has become a cocktail bar. whatpub page
7 Greyhound, Preston Closed, and has been converted into an Egyptian restaurant. whatpub page
8 Harpers, Chorley Closed, to be converted into a children's clothing shop. whatpub page
9 Jazz Bar, Preston Closed to be converted into student accommodation. whatpub page
10 Royal Garrison, Fulwood Closed and currently boarded up. whatpub page
11 Swan, Higher Walton Closed, but see Pubs That Closed And Then Later Re-Opened. whatpub page
12 Swan With Two Necks, Chorley Closed and currently boarded up. whatpub page
13 Tanners Arms, Preston Closed. whatpub page
14 Waggon & Horses, Adlington Closed. whatpub page
15 Weavers Arms, Longridge Closed, and is now private accommodation. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2011

1 Black Bull, Bamber Bridge Closed, and has been converted into offices. whatpub page
2 Bridge, Penwortham Closed, and has been converted into a children's day nursery. whatpub page
3 Dog & Partridge, Charnock Richard Closed, but see Pubs That Closed And Then Later Re-Opened. whatpub page
4 Fylde Tavern, Ashton Closed, possibly to become a shisha cafe. whatpub page
5 New Ship, Ashton Closed, possibly to become a shisha cafe. whatpub page
6 Oak Tree, Coppull Closed. whatpub page
7 Prince Arthur, Preston Closed, and converted into a fast food takeaway. whatpub page
8 Wheatsheaf, Coppull Closed, but see Pubs That Closed And Then Later Re-Opened. whatpub page
9 White Hart, Chorley Closed, but see Pubs That Closed And Then Later Re-Opened. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2010

1 Bushells Arms, Goosnargh Closed, and is now private accommodation. whatpub page
2 Derby, Preston Closed. whatpub page
3 Exchange, Preston Closed as a pub and has become a cocktail bar. whatpub page
4 Farmers Arms, Higher Walton Closed, possible conversion into a restaurant. whatpub page
5 Finney's Sports Bar, Preston Closed and subsequently became a travel agency office. whatpub page
6 Jacksons Arms, Chorley Closed. whatpub page
7 Queen Vic, Preston Closed, and converted into a fish and chip shop. whatpub page
8 Railway, Adlington Closed. whatpub page
9 Ridgway Arms, Adlington Closed. whatpub page
10 Waterfront (now Waterfront, Ashton) Closed, but see Pubs That Closed And Then Later Re-Opened. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2009

1 Albion, Chorley Closed. whatpub page
2 Alma, Chorley Closed. whatpub page
3 Becconsall, Hesketh Bank Closed, and has since been demolished.
4 Clayton Arms, Adlington Closed and to be converted into offices. whatpub page
5 Clayton Brook, Clayton Brook Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
6 Cricketers Arms, Preston Closed. whatpub page
7 Doctor Syntax, Ashton Closed, and converted into a Chinese restaurant. whatpub page
8 Dog Inn, Longridge Closed, but see Pubs That Closed And Then Later Re-Opened. whatpub page
9 General Havelock, Preston Closed and subsequently became a property letting agency office. whatpub page
10 Queens (Chapel Street), Chorley Closed and later converted into flats. whatpub page
11 William IV, Preston Closed. whatpub page
12 Woodsman, Bamber Bridge Closed and has been converted into a children's day nursery. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2008

1 Acregate, Preston Closed. whatpub page
2 Bar Censsa, Preston Closed, and was converted into a Chinese restaurant. whatpub page
3 Castle, Preston Closed. whatpub page
4 De Trafford Arms, Croston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
5 Duke Of York, Whittle-le-Woods Closed. whatpub page
6 Lime Kiln, Ashton Closed, and was converted into a Chinese restaurant. whatpub page
7 MacKenzie Arms, Bamber Bridge Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
8 Mood (now Mood, Preston) Closed, but see Pubs That Closed And Then Later Re-Opened. whatpub page
9 New Savick, Ashton Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
10 Plough, Penwortham Closed, and was converted into an Indian restaurant. whatpub page
11 Railway, Lostock Hall Closed, and converted into hostel accommodation. whatpub page
12 Ribbleside, Preston Closed, and was converted into an Indian restaurant. whatpub page
13 Royal Scot, Coppull Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
14 Victoria, Walton-le-Dale Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2007

1 Avenham Park, Preston Closed, and currently boarded up. whatpub page
2 Bay Tree, Broughton Closed, and was converted into an Indian restaurant. whatpub page
3 Black Horse, Much Hoole Closed, and was converted into an Italian restaurant. whatpub page
4 Continental, Preston Closed, but see Pubs That Closed And Then Later Re-Opened. whatpub page
5 Harry's Bar, Chorley Closed, and has since been converted into flats. whatpub page
6 Hornby Castle, Preston Closed, and has been converted into student accommodation. whatpub page
7 Royal Oak, Preston Closed, and currently boarded up. whatpub page
8 Stone Cottage, Preston Closed, and now living accommodation. whatpub page
9 Strand, Preston Closed, and reverted back to use as a motorbike showroom. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2006

1 Duke Of York, Preston Closed, and was converted into a restaurant. whatpub page
2 Guild Tavern, Preston Closed, and later converted for use as student accommodation. whatpub page
3 New County Arms, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
4 Number 49 (later Fives, Preston) Closed, but see Pubs That Closed And Then Later Re-Opened. whatpub page
5 Queens (Preston Road), Chorley Closed, and was converted into a Chinese restaurant. whatpub page
6 Red Rose, Preston Closed, and now used for private accommodation. whatpub page
7 Stephensons Arms, Preston Closed, and to be converted into private accommodation. whatpub page
8 Talbot, Chipping Closed. whatpub page
9 Toy Soldier, Ribbleton Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
10 White Horse, Barton Closed, and was converted into an Indian restaurant. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2005

1 Birley Arms, Preston Closed, and has been converted into solicitors offices. whatpub page
2 Cross Keys, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
3 Mitre, Preston Closed, and has been converted into a veterinary surgery. whatpub page
4 Moonraker, Preston Closed, and most recently has been a comedy club. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2004

1 Castle, Hoghton Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
2 Cotton Tree, Chorley Closed, and converted into offices for a charity organisation. whatpub page
3 Cross Keys, Whitechapel Closed, but may possibly re-open. whatpub page
4 Eagle & Child, Chorley Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
5 Fighting Cock, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
6 King Street Tavern, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
7 Lovat Road, Preston Closed, and now living accommodation. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2003

1 Frenchwood, Preston Closed, and became a fast food take-away. whatpub page
2 New City Bar (now Baker Street, Preston) Closed, but see Pubs That Closed And Then Later Re-Opened. whatpub page
3 Nonno's, Preston Closed, later becoming a night club. whatpub page
4 Selborne, Preston Closed. whatpub page
5 Squirrel, Anderton Closed, and converted into an Indian restaurant. whatpub page
6 Talbot Arms, Chorley Closed, and was later demolished to be replaced by housing. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2002

1 Cottage, Preston Closed, and is now private accommodation. whatpub page
2 Duke Of Kent, Preston Closed. whatpub page
3 Falkland Heroes, Ingol Closed, and has been demolished. whatpub page
4 Maudland, Preston Closed, and is now private accommodation. whatpub page
5 Queens, Bamber Bridge Closed, and has been demolished. whatpub page
6 Quincey's, Tarleton Closed, and converted into an Indian restaurant.
7 Rose & Crown, Much Hoole Closed, and converted into an Indian restaurant. whatpub page
8 Watering Trough, Preston Closed, and converted into student accommodation. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2001

1 Balmoral, Preston Closed. whatpub page
2 Cross Keys, Ribchester Closed, and converted into an Italian restaurant. whatpub page
3 George, Preston Closed, and acquired as a shop extension. whatpub page
4 Halfway House, Samlesbury Closed, and converted into an Italian restaurant. whatpub page
5 New Hall Lane Tavern, Preston Closed. whatpub page
6 North Star, Preston Closed, and now converted into living accommodation. whatpub page
7 Windsor Castle, Preston Closed. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 2000

1 Ackhurst Farm, Chorley Closed, and has been demolished. whatpub page
2 Brookfield Arms, Ribbleton Closed, and has been demolished. whatpub page
3 Brookhouse, Ashton Closed. whatpub page
4 Cemetery Road, Preston Closed. whatpub page
5 Cobblers Arms, Euxton Closed, and converted into an Indian restaurant. whatpub page
6 Hermon, Preston Closed. whatpub page
7 Lion, Ribbleton Closed, and has been demolished. whatpub page
8 Ole In Th'Wall, Preston Closed, and was converted into student accommodation. whatpub page
9 Palatine, Preston Closed. whatpub page
10 Queen Adelaide, Preston Closed. whatpub page
11 West End Tavern, Preston Closed. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1999

1 Blue Anchor, Eccleston Closed, and has been demolished. whatpub page
2 Cheetham Arms, Preston Closed, and has been demolished. whatpub page
3 Kings Arms, Preston Closed, and was converted into a fish and chip shop. whatpub page
4 Lamb, Preston Closed, and converted into student accommodation. whatpub page
5 Old England, Ribbleton Closed, with plans that it become a car park. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1998

1 Clover, Preston Closed, and converted into living accommodation. whatpub page
2 Mansion House, Longton Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
3 Plough, Lea Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
4 Railway, Heapey Closed, and was converted into private accommodation. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1997

1 Duke Of Sussex, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
2 Kingsfold, Penwortham Closed, and converted into a Community Centre. whatpub page
3 New Inn, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1996

1 Hyde Park, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
2 Mister Pickwicks, Preston Closed, and has remained vacant. whatpub page
3 Prince Consort, Preston Closed. whatpub page
4 Royal Lancaster, Preston Closed, and converted into an office building. whatpub page
5 Winckley's City Bar, Preston Closed, and converted into a restaurant. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1995

1 Leyland Tiger, Leyland Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
2 Springfield, Preston Closed, and converted into private accommodation. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1994

1 Brunswick, Preston Closed, and now used as office premises. whatpub page
2 Fox & Duck, Preston Closed, and became a restricted entry nightclub. whatpub page
3 Spindlemakers Arms, Preston Closed, and is awaiting demolition. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1993

1 Percy Braithwaite's Last Stand, Preston Closed. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1992

1 Neptune, Preston Closed, and converted into private accommodation. whatpub page
2 New Fermor Arms, Rufford Closed, and converted into a rest home.
3 Weavers Arms, Ribbleton Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1991

1 Commercial, Chorley Closed, and has been demolished. whatpub page
2 Oak Tree, Preston Closed, and re-built as office premises. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1990

1 Duke Of Edinburgh, Preston Closed, and has been demolished. whatpub page
2 Plough & Harrow, Coppull Moor Closed, and has been converted into a restaurant. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1989

1 Robin Hood, Chorley Closed, and has been demolished. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1988

1 General Codrington, Preston Closed, and has been demolished. whatpub page
2 Rosebud, Preston Closed, and has been demolished. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1987

1 Anderton Arms, Euxton Closed, and was converted into an Italian restaurant. whatpub page
2 Theatre, Preston Closed, and has been demolished. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1986

1 British Oak, Chorley Closed, and has been demolished. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1985

1 Elephant, Preston Closed, and converted into private accommodation. whatpub page
2 Green Man Still, Chorley Closed, and converted into shop premises. whatpub page
3 (Old) Sumners, Fulwood Closed, and demolished for a road widening. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1984

1 Borough, Chorley Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
2 Waterloo, Preston Closed, and was converted into a shop. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1983

1 Boars Head, Preston Closed, and was converted into a shop. whatpub page
2 Cross Keys, Whittle-Woods Closed, and was converted into private accommodation. whatpub page
3 Fishwick, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
4 St Marys, Preston Closed, and became a Hindu Community Centre. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1982

1 British Standard, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
2 Carters Arms, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
3 Drovers Arms, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
4 Painted Wagon Saloon, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
5 Paviors, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
6 Queens, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1981

1 Duke Of Cambridge, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
2 Gibraltar, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
3 Jutland, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
4 Keystone, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1980

1 Cordwainers Arms, Chorley Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
2 Jolly Farmer, Preston Closed, and was converted into shops. whatpub page
3 Moor Hall, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
4 Spinners Arms (Harpers Lane), Chorley Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1979

1 Fountain, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1978

1 Geoffrey Arms, Preston Closed, and has since been demolioshed. whatpub page
2 Red Cat, Heapey Closed, but see Pubs That Closed And Then Later Re-Opened. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1977

1 Birchalls Arms, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
2 New Cock, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page
3 Seven Stars (Towngate), Leyland Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1976

1 Punchbowl Tavern, Preston Closed, and converted into a shop. whatpub page
2 South Meadow Tavern, Preston Closed, and has since been demolished. whatpub page

Pubs Closed In 1974

1 Bull & Royal, Preston Closed, but see Pubs That Closed And Then Later Re-Opened. whatpub page