The Three Shires, Stockport

Now closed, most unfortunate but I did post a warning nearly 12 months ago (see below) and the situation just got worse.
They have blamed the smoking ban, the rent and the credit crunch but that can only be a tiny contribution, the real reason is poor management, lack of commitment, sending the chef home when quiet, closing early when quiet, letting ale quality slip, letting mates run the bar, removing the Belgium beers 6 months ago....and more.
I think the owner simply lacked any skill, he was never present towards the end or when there was any problems and when he was there drank heavily and told everybody it was his place, bit embarrassing.
Anyway great opportunity exists here, when it reopened in 2006 I saw money taken hand-over-fist and always busy at lunchtimes.
I am attempting to find the transfer/lease details, anybody know? I'd be interested in a deal/share especially a knowledgeable real ale fan or micro.

22 Oct 2008 22:41

The Crown Inn, Wrinehill

very friendly, good choice of quality ales, very tasty food, clean pub, good location, decent customers and very reasonably priced.
That makes this pub the best all round, hard to achieve this winning combination. You need to change NOTHING in here, it is spot on!
Well worth seeking out, 5 - 10 mins from Junction 15 or 16 on the M6. Just type in CW3 9BT into your satnav.

I am referring to lunchtime, I would like to visit evening.

7 Dec 2007 01:03

The Three Shires, Stockport

The owners here are fools.
It's a perfect setting with great beer, food, location and customers..so why close at a ridiculous 8 or 9 pm in the evening? You say not enough customers to warrant it! Bullsh
No wonder if you are not bloody open!
Yesterday was at least the fourth occasion when the door was locked at 8:30 - 9pm mid-week with customers (friends) inside, I still make the effort because this place is so good but not any more.
If you guys want to sell then I am interested in buying LS+B or GC and I'll soon show real commitment, hard work and the best place in Stockport bar none..serious.
You don't deserve this place!

7 Dec 2007 00:48