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Landlord nominated for prestigious award after just 6 months at pub
A landlord who has worked at a pub in Doffcocker for six months is 'thrilled' at being nominated for a prestigious Bolton News Best Pub Award. Ray Woods, who is the landlord at the Hope and Anchor Inn in Doffcocker, said that for the last five years he has been running 'micropubs' in Preston. He said: 'I'm really excited to find out that the pub has been nominated for a Bolton News Best Pub Award, it's a testament to the hard work that goes on here. 'I want to thank all of the customers who come here and continue to support us, it means a lot that we've been nominated for the award. (Image: NQ) 'I've enjoyed seeing them and getting to know them.' READ MORE: One for the Road shortlisted for Bolton's Best Pub 2025 Popular pub which gave landlord 'new lease on life' nominated for award The Finishers Arms Doffcocker shortlisted for Best Pub 2025 Ray previously had two pubs in Preston, Friargate and Clockwork, but sold them to become the new landlord of Hope and Anchor in Doffcocker. On Monday, January 27, Ray took over the pub, keeping on all the staff. The draft line-up at the Hope and Anchor Inn includes Guinness, Stella Artois, Angelo Poretti, Tetley's extra cold, Cruzcampo, Carlsberg, Tetley's dark mild, Somersby blackberry cider, Strongbow, Wainwright Gold, Timothy Taylor's and Inglenooks blonde bombshell. As well as the draft ales, Ray has also resurfaced the pool table and installed cameras. He added: 'We're hosting a summer party this weekend for the women's football, this includes a barbecue, games and food for customers, so we want it to be a proper celebration. 'The party will be from 2pm and everyone is invited! Reviews of the Hope and Anchor are also positive, one reviewer said: 'First time in this little gem of a pub. It was playoff final day and 6 Sunderland supporters needed a place to watch it. 'The staff put the football on for us, showed us a few rooms we could go into watch it that was a nice touch. Good selection of alcohol, great staff and great locals who we had a chat and a laugh with. Highly recommended boozer.' Another added: 'Family friendly pub with award winning real cask ales. The bar staff are fantastic, friendly and always greet you with a smile. Definitely the best pub in the area.' To vote pick up a copy of today's paper.
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24-06-2025
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'Friendly' barbershop with dog that customers love nominated for award
A "friendly" barbership with a loved dog has been nominated for an award. Gareth Barlow Barbers is one of the 10 finalists in The Bolton News Best Barber Shop competition. The Chorley Old Road outfit, run by the man of the same name, has been in the same location in Doffcocker since it opened 21 years ago. Gareth, now 48, has worked in barbershop since he was 14, when he would sweep up and make the brews after school. He said: "I left school on the Friday and started full time on the Monday, working for 15 years at Oggi and Washington Barbers on Great Moor Street. Gareth Barlow Barbers has been nominated for an award (Image: Gareth Barlow Barbers) "Since then I have run my own shop for 21 years, in the same place on Chorley Old Road." Gareth says that the customer service and friendliness are what sets his shop apart, which is run by just him. Read more: The battle for the best barber in Bolton is about to begin - who will be a cut above? Read more: 'They need help' The Bolton barber who has become a social media sensation Read more: Bolton barber receives national recognition at House of Lords Gareth Barlow Barbers has been nominated for an award (Image: Gareth Barlow Barbers) He said: "Customer service is the number one thing, being friendly, chatty and looking after customers. "I go out now and again to some of my elderly customers who can't get out. "My Staffordshire Bull Terrier dog comes in the shop too, people love him, he gets treated more than me! "It is only me in the shop, I have had people in the past, but I can give a regular consistent haircut. "Some shops have five or six barbers and the cut can be inconsistent, it might not be right, or it might be different, as everyone cuts a different way." Gareth Barlow Barbers has been nominated for an award (Image: Gareth Barlow Barbers) Speaking on being nominated for the award, Gareth added: "I had no idea, I was very surprised, I didn't know they were doing the competition. "I have no idea who voted for me, it was a shock, but I am really proud." He thanked those who voted for the shop for nominations. To vote for your winner, pick up a copy of today's paper.
