55 Turner Ln, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 8LP

About This Pub

Ah, the Junction Inn – it's one of those pubs that really pulls you in with its charm, isn't it? From what I've gathered chatting about it, it's this recently refurbished spot on Turner Lane, just a stone's throw from the town centre, and it's got that classic community feel that's hard to beat. The staff stand out as the real stars; they're quick on their feet, always up for a laugh, and make you feel right at home, which is just what you want after a long week. The beer selection is spot on too – reasonably priced and surprisingly good, so you can settle in for a proper pint without breaking the bank. Plus, with nine big screens for the match, live music nights, and all sorts of events like charity rides from the motorbike club, there's always something buzzing to keep things lively. It's dog-friendly and family-oriented, which is brilliant if you're popping in with the family or the four-legged mate, and the beer garden's a nice touch for sunnier days. On the flip side, though, it can sometimes come across as a bit cliquey; if you're not one of the regulars, you might sense that inner circle vibe, which could make it less inviting for newcomers. There've been a couple of mixed experiences shared, like one chap who had a review pulled over some kerfuffle, hinting at potential hiccups with how things are managed. Overall, it's a solid choice for a good night out if you're up for the community spirit and entertainment, but it might not be everyone's cup of tea if you prefer something a bit more laid-back. I'd say give it a go and see for yourself – it's got that heartwarming pub essence with a few rough edges, just like a proper local should.

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • The staff are absolutely brilliant – always friendly, quick with service, and ready with a smile, which really makes you feel welcome right away.
  • They've got a fantastic selection of beer that's reasonably priced and better than you'd expect, perfect for a casual catch-up with mates.
  • It's a proper community spot with loads going on, like nine big screens for watching the footy, live bands, tribute acts, and even events for motorbike clubs raising money for charities.
  • The pub's clean and tidy, with perks like a beer garden, being dog-friendly, family-friendly, and wheelchair accessible, plus WiFi and EV charging nearby – it's quite inclusive.
  • There's a real buzz about the place, especially with entertainment and events that turn a simple visit into a fun night out.
Cons
  • It can feel a bit cliquey at times, like if you're not part of the regular crowd, you might not get the full welcoming vibe, which could put some folks off.
  • There have been a few grumbles about potential issues with management or the atmosphere, such as reviews being pulled, suggesting things might not always run smoothly behind the scenes.
  • Based on one experience, it might not appeal to everyone if you're after a more relaxed or neutral setting, as the energy can be hit or miss depending on the day.

Contact Information

55 Turner Ln, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 8LP
+441619433056
Pub
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Opening Hours

Monday (Today)12:00 - 21:00
Tuesday12:00 - 21:00
Wednesday12:00 - 21:00
Thursday12:00 - 21:00
Friday12:00 - 23:00
Saturday12:00 - 23:00
Sunday12:00 - 22:00

Location

Recent Reviews

First visit in here years and I found the pub ok. The pub was busy but the you lady behind the bar served me very quickly which was great. The beer was better than I expected and reasonably priced. The pub is clean and tidy, would I go back yes.
AB
Antony Barrow
Let's try again with my review as my last one was pulled due to threatening behavior towards it. I stand by my last review was my honest opinion how I saw it. The pub may be OK or nice or even better if your in the right clicks. The pub may have trying todo a nice thing with the St George's day event food looked interesting on the Facebook profile. I give fair and honest accounts of what I see and if it's bad I say so if it's good I give an honest account and if an establishment redeems itself in my eyes I am always happy to update and revise my account. So far attacks on my integrity by patrons and the establishment do not inspire me confidence that my review has a Chance of getting amended. Putting a bouncy castle up for the kids good thing. Way it was managed and kid safety I would put at a 0.0 and as that was the main reason I was there an event is only as good as its weakest link. Along with unsupervised feral kids Child safety was severely lacking in my opinion hence the 1 star overall and did not give the other categories a rating as the pub is not what I am reviewing but the St George's day event
GF
Gareth Finlay
What an absolute brilliant Saturday, celebrated with family and friends, The food that was catered for was so nice and well prepared, live singer who was great and the staff was so friendly 😀 Can't wait for another Saturday,
RH
redz Hawley
Love The Junction! Always feels like there's a party going on! Staff are amazing and always ready with a smile and fast quip!
FW
Fi Warner
Popped in for a drink with a pal on a Sunday afternoon and it turned into a very pleasant Sunday evening. Open mic on a wednesday and lots of things going on and the smile from Jasmine is worth going out of the way for.
PW
Peter Wray

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