Wirral Globe Best of 2023 - top 12 pubs and bars revealed

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 Wirral?

In the latest instalment of our Best of 2023 competition, pubs are taking centre stage and it’s time to reveal the shortlist in our search for Wirral’s best pub or bar – which will you vote for?

In our Best of 2023 campaign, we’ve given out 21 awards so far in Wirral 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.

This was a popular category and we were inundated with nominations.

We’ve shortlisted our top 12 pubs and bars that will now battle it out to be named the best in Wirral.

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 Wirral Globe Facebook or 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 Wirral Globe (September 13 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 different entry submitted to avoid duplication eg if your name is Smith you may wish to write Smith123 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 Monday, September 18.

We will be announcing the winner next week.

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

OUR TOP 12 BARS AND PUBS SHORTLIST:

Woodchurch Hotel Pub

Woodchurch Hotel Pub, Grasswood Road, Woodchurch

One nomination said: “Staff are always friendly, caring and fast with their drink making!

“There’s always an amazing sense of community in here – it’s always lively and full of caring people ready for a sing and a dance.

“This pub means a lot to many of the locals and regulars.”

For more details go to facebook.com/p/The-woody-pub-100029332076399

The Fox & Hounds

The Fox & Hounds, Barnston Road, Heswall

One longstanding customer said: “This has been my local for 43 years.

“It’s still friendly, still got good beer, still good food and still the best.”

For more details go to facebook.com/foxandhoundsbarnston

The Shrewsbury Arms

The Shrewsbury Arms, Claughton Firs, Oxton

One nomination said: “Sue and the gang at The Shrewsbury Arms in Oxton serve great beer and great food and there’s always a warm, friendly atmosphere.

“From the beer garden in the summer to the log fire in the winter – it’s a pub for all seasons.”

For more details go to greeneking.co.uk/pubs/merseyside/shrewsbury-arms

Horse and Jockey

Horse and Jockey, Arrowe Park Road, Upton

Regulars at this popular venue say the staff are friendly and the atmosphere is brilliant.

One said: “Friendly and knowledgeable staff with a good selections of beers and amazing cocktails.

“The live music each weekend creates an amazing atmosphere and they always go above and beyond to help the local community.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075672657030

The Black Toad

The Black Toad, Market Street, Hoylake

One review on their Facebook page said: “A local gem of a bar, offering an excellent choice of drinks that you won’t find in your average pub.”

Another said: “Friendly atmosphere and a nice to sit outside and watch the world go by.”

For more details go to facebook.com/theblacktoadhoylake

The Ferry

The Ferry, Tobin Street, Wallasey

One review on their Facebook page said: “Delicious home-cooked food and lovely staff.

“Would definitely recommend.”

Another said: “The views are really beautiful.”

For more details go to facebook.com/Egremont.theferry

Gallaghers Traditional Pub

Gallaghers Traditional Pub, Chester Street, Birkenhead

One review on their Facebook page said: “Came today for a catch up with a friend and we loved the friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

“The sharing platter was excellent value and the staff are very welcoming.

“I will definitely be returning - what a hidden gem.”

For more details go to facebook.com/Gallagherstraditionalpub1

The Tap - Eastham Ferry

The Tap, Ferry Road, Eastham

One nomination said: “This place is always welcoming and there’s a gorgeous outside garden.”

Another happy customer said: “There’s always a warm welcome at The Tap.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086549227540

The Bow-Legged Beagle

The Bow-Legged Beagle, Victoria Road, New Brighton

One regular said: “Best doggy beer and gin joint around, so friendly and welcoming.”

For more details go to facebook.com/thebowleggedbeagle

The West Kirby Tap

The West Kirby Tap, Grange Road, West Kirby

Real ale, craft beer, local gin, pizza and dogs is what you can expect at The West Kirby Tap – plenty of reasons why it’s so popular with customers.

One said: “Live music, fantastic food and great service and it’s dog friendly and reasonably priced - what's not to like?”

For more details go to facebook.com/thewestkirbytap

Dee View Inn

Dee View Inn, Dee View Road, Heswall

One regular left a glowing review on their Facebook page: “The Dee is an amazingly friendly place to visit.

“Charlie is a very loyal, considerate landlady who listens to her customers and tries to tailor the business to meet the needs of the local community.

“The bar staff are amazing, friendly and super efficient.

“From the outside benches the view is phenomenal - the clue is in the name Dee View!”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550043252692

The Scrap Yard

The Scrap Yard, Wallasey Road, Wallasey

One nomination said: “This is a lovely place with great beers and a really great bunch of people.”

For more details go to facebook.com/scrapyardbarandcoffee