The White Lion

Westhoughton pub with a beer garden

About The White Lion

White Lion, Westhoughton

The White Lion is a historic and characterful traditional pub situated on Market Street in the heart of Westhoughton, Bolton. Dating back more than 200 years, this Grade II listed building was originally used as Westhoughton’s post office and has retained many of its original features and historic character.

Today, the White Lion combines its rich heritage with a lively community atmosphere. Serving a selection of Joseph Holt award-winning ales and lagers, the pub is a popular spot for enjoying a drink, watching live sports or relaxing in the beer garden. The pub is also dog friendly and offers regular weekend entertainment, including karaoke and DJs, as well as darts and live entertainment.

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What people say

“Saturday 4th April 2026 This is a old fashioned busy locals pub This pub has a good bar through roomed drinking areas proper locals in as well Only 1 real ales on offer Holts bitter for that reason me been a real ales coniseur 4 stars gave today”
Darren Slingsbyvia Google
“It's a Holts pub so it's pretty straightforward,no messing about. Decent beer at a decent price. Nice and chilled with plenty of characters.”
Chris Rushtonvia Google
“White Lion always excells with the finest pint of Joseph Holts Bitter in Westhoughton & Bolton. Fantastic bar staff & Landford. Best Juke Box in Westhoughton.”
rory gordonvia Google
“Good old school pub. As its a Holts pub there ale is decent to as well as the prices. Can get abit busy when the footies so if you go at this time expect to be standing.”
Leyton Heyworthvia Google
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Find them

2 Market St, Westhoughton, Bolton BL5 3AN

Opening hours

  • Monday11:00am – 11:00pm
  • Tuesday11:00am – 11:00pm
  • Wednesday11:00am – 11:00pm
  • Thursday11:00am – 11:00pm
  • Friday11:00am – 1:00am
  • Saturday11:00am – 1:00am
  • Sunday11:00am – 11:00pm

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