Macclesfield, in miniature.
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Six stops · A self-guided trail
A favourite pub. A little good company. Explore twenty pubs, bars and taprooms in our curated selection, in no particular order. Check with each venue for opening times and what’s pouring.
Selection checked 15 Sept 2026. Some places feature in both Eat and Drink.
Brewery bar
32a Park Green, Macclesfield SK11 7NA
A brewery bar on Park Green pouring cask ales, keg beers and traditional cider. Cocktails and a changing tap list make room for different tastes.
See the venue for today’s menu, hours and bookings.
Bottle shop & taproom
2 Market Place, Macclesfield SK10 1EX
Market Place’s community bottle shop and taproom pairs changing keg beers with cans and bottles from Britain and beyond, available to enjoy here or take home.
See the venue for today’s menu, hours and bookings.
Community pub
158 Park Lane, Macclesfield SK11 6UB
A Bollington Brewing community pub on Park Lane, bringing local ales together with quiz evenings, cinema screenings and relaxed conversation in a neighbourhood setting.
See the pub for current drinks, opening hours and events.
Historic pub
25–27 Church Street, Macclesfield, SK11 6LB
A Church Street pub with little snug rooms, decorative ceilings and an unusual glazed serving hatch. Its changing cask beers accompany a carefully restored historic interior.
See the venue for today’s menu, hours and bookings.
Bar & live music
44–48 Chestergate, Macclesfield, SK11 6BA
A converted Chestergate warehouse with a hidden courtyard, live music and comedy. This independent bar brings performers and sociable evenings into a characterful tucked-away space.
See the venue for today’s menu, hours and bookings.
Cocktails & small plates
88–90 Chestergate, Macclesfield SK11 6DU
A Chestergate neighbourhood bar serving cocktails, lagers, wine and small plates. Regular live music and events carry its relaxed daytime atmosphere into the evening.
See the venue for today’s menu, hours and bookings.
Sports bar
Leasing.com Stadium, London Road, Macclesfield, SK11 7SP
Macclesfield FC’s stadium sports bar screens live matches and hosts supporters throughout the week. Pool and a busy sporting programme add to the club atmosphere.
Check the club’s latest opening and match-day information.
Tropical cocktail bar
27 Pickford Street, Macclesfield SK11 6JD
A tropical cocktail hideaway on Pickford Street, with rum at the heart of its menu. Early evening drinks give way to a lively late-night atmosphere.
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Craft beer bar
8 Market Place, Macclesfield SK10 1EX
A small Market Place bar exploring beers from independent breweries. Keg taps, bottled imports and pavement tables make it a handy stop for curious beer drinkers.
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Traditional ale pub
96 Waters Green, Macclesfield SK11 6LH
A traditional free house near the railway station, with changing ales, cider and a real fire. Distinct seating areas and a pool room invite lingering.
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Canal neighbourhood pub
107 Brook Street, Macclesfield SK11 7AW
Near the canal marina, this Brook Street free house has a narrowboat-inspired bar, a snug and pub games. Changing cask beers accompany occasional live music.
See the venue for current drinks, opening hours and events.
Traditional ale pub
63 Sunderland Street, Macclesfield SK11 6HN
A cosy Sunderland Street pub mixing sofas, traditional seating and a real fire. Its central bar serves cask ales, with a covered outdoor seating area beyond.
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Robinsons pub
37 Brook Street, Macclesfield SK11 7AD
A Brook Street pub with interiors inspired by Macclesfield’s silk industry. Robinsons beers, pool and live sport sit alongside a sheltered courtyard for sunnier afternoons.
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Traditional community pub
41 Chapel Street, Macclesfield SK11 6TA
Tucked into an old Chapel Street terrace, the Lord Byron combines cask ales, traditional pub games and live sport with a courtyard garden and water feature.
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Live music pub
60 Waters Green, Macclesfield SK11 6JT
Beside the church steps and close to the station, this music-loving pub hosts weekend performers. Live sport, pool, darts and a rear beer garden add variety.
See the venue for current drinks, opening hours and events.
Brewery bar & kitchen
32 Park Green, Macclesfield SK11 7NA
Bollington Brewing’s spacious Park Green bar pairs local cask ales with keg beers, cider, cocktails and wine. Daytime dining continues into relaxed evenings around the bar.
See the venue for current drinks, opening hours and events.
Brewery taproom
Brook Mill, Parker Street, Macclesfield SK11 7BQ
Drink close to the brewing tanks in a reclaimed Macclesfield mill. Bollington cask ales and rotating guest kegs share the space with food and community events.
See the venue for current drinks, opening hours and events.
Robinsons community pub
76 Windmill Street, Macclesfield SK11 7HS
A traditional Windmill Street local with Robinsons ales, pool and darts. Live sport, pub games and a beer garden give this neighbourhood pub its sociable character.
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Live music bar
5 Back Wallgate, Macclesfield SK11 6LQ
A quirky Back Wallgate bar with retro interiors spread across several rooms. Live bands and vinyl nights give this small evening venue its distinctive musical character.
See the venue for current drinks, opening hours and events.
Wine bar & shop
Picturedrome, 102–104 Chestergate, Macclesfield
Inside Picturedrome’s former cinema, Reserve combines a wine shop with a sociable bar. Explore seasonal glasses, wine flights and tasting events, with bottles to take home.
See the venue for current drinks, opening hours and events.
Made small, with love. The diorama is an artistic arrangement of Macclesfield and nearby Bollington. Use the directions and linked sources to plan your visit.