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Crewe pub reopens under new management this February

By Ryan Parker 4th Feb 2026

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Local News by Ryan Parker 4th Feb 2026

The Hop Pole, Wistaston Road, has reopened in Crewe this February (Photo: Supplied).

A Crewe pub has reopened under new management this February.

The Hop Pole, Wistaston Road is back in business following a period of closure.

Operating The Hop Pole is new landlord, Zac Sawyer, who reopened the venue on Monday 2 February.

Run by Punch Pubs, The Hop Pole boasts the largest beer garden in Crewe, which was formerly a bowling green.

Zac told Nub News: "Expect cold pints, good vibes, familiar faces, new faces and the start of getting The Hop Pole back to the lively boozer it should be.

"I want to get this pub its heartbeat back with the music and local love. Join us for an opening night on Saturday 7 February from 7pm.

"This is more than just a party, it's the start of something special. Bring your friends and your dancing shoes, and let's make it a night to remember."

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Punch reopen Hop Pole as they close The Lamb at Willaston. Net gain to community = zero.

Another Two of my favourite pubs when I was younger always made you welcome.
Hop pole always had a good domino team and the then bowling team were equally good.
Nice to see it being kept open with the refurbishment.
The monkey was one of my Friday night haunts,
I remember when in the 1970s they had an aspirin dispenser on the wall, similar to the old rigglies chewing gum machines.
The monkey was then run by a council worker.