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The Malt Shovels

Bar Pub

👍👍 awesome (and epic) pub, the bartender simon was awesome and kind (he winked at me) i went there with my buddy chris brown and we downed a few pints and didnt swear. i love simon i cant wait for lockdown to be over so i can see and smell him. People often mention good, beer, great, friendly, Good,


Address

68 Stamford St, Altrincham WA14 1EY, United Kingdom

Website

facebook.com

Contact

+44 161 928 2053

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.10 (183 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: 12 to 10:30 pm
  • Monday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Tuesday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Wednesday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Thursday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Friday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Saturday: 12 to 11 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (10) beer (9) great (7) friendly (7) Good (6)
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  • 5/5 chadwick b. 3 years ago on Google
    awesome (and epic) pub, the bartender simon was awesome and kind (he winked at me) i went there with my buddy chris brown and we downed a few pints and didnt swear. i love simon i cant wait for lockdown to be over so i can see and smell him.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Mark M. 5 years ago on Google
    Multi-room Sam Smiths house, laid out in a very traditional style. Smartly appointed throughout, it gives an air of solidity. No frills such as TV or the like, just plain talking with people over the very good value drinks. Never gets too crowded, so is a good bolt hole. Recommended.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lee T. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a great pub offering good beer and great atmosphere.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Chris B. 1 year ago on Google
    Proper traditional pub, part of the Samuel Smiths chain so the rules still apply about technology being allowed unfortunately, it looked like they accepted both Cash & Card however would always advise to take Cash just incase. Had the Double Tap Lager and Taddy Lager and was absolutely spot on. If you happen to be visiting Altrincham I would highly recommend visiting this venue.

  • 5/5 simon N. 1 year ago on Google
    I do a meet up once a month here , very accomodating and nice atmosphere

  • 5/5 Liam O. 1 year ago on Google
    The malt shovels is the malt shovels and I like it. Thank you

  • 4/5 Phil W. 1 year ago on Google
    Great to see a pub with no tvs, no fruit machines and no juke box.Perfect for a chat and a pint .Darts and pool upstairs as well

  • 4/5 Ian H. 1 year ago on Google
    Traditional drinkers pub. No gimmicks and interesting banning of phones. Friendly staff.

  • 5/5 Chris J. 1 year ago on Google
    Good, old fashion working man's corner pub.

  • 4/5 Sandra T. 1 year ago on Google
    For a treat the little bottled beers are lovely!

  • 1/5 Martin H. 11 months ago on Google
    Not like it used to be. 1st came here 40 years ago, live folk music upstairs on a Friday night. Ever since I'll pop in when in the area. Last few times I've noticed a sour tang on the bitter, as if the lines haven't been cleaned. I've experienced it in Sinclair's aswell. Sad to say that today 7th May will be my last visit to this once great pub.

  • 1/5 darren h. 1 year ago on Google
    Is the pub closing? Because the bitter beer was off.

  • 5/5 Paul S. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a great traditional pub. I visited for an hour after work, and really enjoyed my time there. Good, friendly, service too.

  • 4/5 Chris M. 10 months ago on Google
    Nice pub, good value. Sammy Smith's beer takes a bit of getting used to.

  • 3/5 Jonathan M. 8 months ago on Google
    Good old fashioned pub . Basic but great for a quiet drink. No music, no TVs brilliant if you want a quiet drink in an old fashioned pub.

  • 5/5 Sasha N. 8 months ago on Google
    Fantastic pool tables upstairs. Great beer and a welcoming service! Thank you

  • 4/5 Baz S. 6 months ago on Google
    Cracking 'Local' in Alty, good honest ale and friendly locals! Most enjoyable!

  • 4/5 Andrew H. 5 years ago on Google
    Beer consistent. Good prices in an old style pub. Tends to keep the younger crowd out as there's no music and less trendy. Ideal if you want a bit of quiet.

  • 4/5 Stuart N. 2 years ago on Google
    Proper locals pub. Good beer, friendly staff

  • 4/5 Jon R. 6 years ago on Google
    Well priced, tasty beer and a good couple of pool tables. Great for a quiet pint. We chose this place to meet up with friends from Altrincham in a Saturday night and we could still have a few games of pool and hear our conversation. Recommended.

  • 5/5 Malcolm H. 2 years ago on Google
    Manager very friendly and accommodating nice cosy pub

  • 4/5 Mick D. 1 year ago on Google
    Great old multi-room pub

  • 5/5 Lord L. 2 years ago on Google
    An absolutely superb pint of bitter, by an open fire in a nice cosy pub. What more do you want?!

  • 3/5 Robin W. 2 years ago on Google
    This is an older persons place not a great. Choice but good prices

  • 5/5 Daniel M. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely traditional pub well worth a visit

  • 5/5 uddeshya s. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely old fashioned pub in Altrincham where you can have a pint and chat with people without the distraction of phones. The organic beer is a must try and the stout is also very nice. The staff is very helpful and polite. They don't take card payments so remember to bring some cash

  • 4/5 Alan H. 2 years ago on Google
    Visit recently good beer not very busy but comfortable if you want quite drink

  • 5/5 Cory S. 3 years ago on Google
    Good atmosphere, great food, good selection of drinks and friendly staff.

  • 5/5 Pitch 92 (Pitch 9. 3 years ago on Google
    Beers good. Reasonably price. Niel is the most friendly bar man ever! #servicewithasmile

  • 4/5 Roy D. 2 years ago on Google
    Safe Friendly Pub.

  • 1/5 Steve I. 2 years ago on Google
    Still cheap beer prices for Alty but gone up under new management. Only dog friendly outside now so one crossed off the list for me.

  • 4/5 Keith W. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent basic no nonsense pub, no tv fruit machines etc, just like pubs used to be. Samuel Smiths Beers at very reasonsble prices.


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✗ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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