Discover Eccles

Canalside walks and iconic shopping spots

With a nearby rail link and just a short drive from the Trafford Centre or Eccles town centre, the Jolly Carter is the perfect place to start or finish your day out. Just minutes from Patricroft train station, our pub puts you close to local attractions, shopping, parks and live entertainment. And when you’re ready to swap shopping for fresh air, we’re just around the corner from the Bridgewater Canal, with miles of historic scenery to enjoy.

Whether you’re here shopping or the great outdoors, you’ll always find a warm welcome and a proper pint at the Jolly Carter.

Local Area

Trafford Centre

As one of the UK’s premier retail and leisure destinations, The Trafford Centre offers hundreds of shops, dining experiences, and entertainment options under one spectacular roof. Make a day of shopping and entertainment, then drop into the Jolly Carter afterwards to relax and share your finds over a well-earned pint.

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Old Trafford

Heading down to Old Trafford? Pop in for pre match beers before hopping on the bus. Win or loose, you’ll find a warm welcome, great atmosphere and a proper pint waiting for you at the Jolly.

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Snow Centre Manchester

Enjoy the thrill of the slopes, with skiing, snowboarding, and fun snow activities available year-round on the UK’s longest indoor real-snow slope. Whether you’ve hit the black runs or just learned to snowplough, warm up and refuel with a hearty welcome and a great selection of drinks at our bar.

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Bridgewater Canal

Discover a key part of the region's industrial heritage by strolling along the historic Bridgewater Canal, taking in the sights of the famous Barton Swing Aqueduct just nearby. Extend your peaceful walk with a short diversion to The Jolly Carter to anchor your day out with a classic pub lunch or a refreshing drink.

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Our Brewery

If you’re interested in exploring more of our beers, check out the JW Lees website where you can find out about our full range. From classic cask ales like the iconic Manchester Pale Ale and JW Lees Bitter to our craft lagers – there’s something for everyone. We also have our seasonal cask ales that go down a treat and our Boilerhouse microbrewery where we experiment with innovative flavours. There’s a huge selection of JW Lees ales and lagers from over 190 years’ brewing experience.

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