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Sore heads this morning?? 😅🍾 We feel you… Why not blow away the cobwebs, grab the family, get some fresh air and kick off 2026 the right way with The New Year’s Day Treasure Hunt 🗺️✨ 🕧 Registration here from 12.30pm 🥣 Hot soup waiting for you on completion (because hydration and carbs are essential today) It’s the perfect excuse to get out the house, stretch the legs, keep the kids entertained and make a few more memories before normal life kicks back in. No pressure. No rush. Just fresh air, a bit of fun and a warm welcome at the end 🍻 #NewYearsDay #TreasureHunt #SoreHeadsClub #FamilyFun #FreshAirFix #TheTurnpike #Middlewich #CommunityPub #StartTheYearRight
✨ IT’S NEW YEAR’S EVE!!! ✨ Tonight’s the night we wave goodbye to 2025 and welcome 2026 in properly… with great music, amazing people, and that unbeatable Turnpike atmosphere 🥂 If you’re still deciding where to spend your New Year’s Eve, let us make it easy for you — this is where the party’s at 💃🕺 🕢 Doors open from 7.30pm ⏰ We’ll be closing at 5pm today to get everything ready for tonight 🍴 Food served 12pm–4pm 🎟️ FINAL TICKETS REMAINING Don’t leave it too late — once they’re gone, they’re gone. Drop us a message now and come celebrate the countdown with us. We genuinely can’t wait to see you all later ☺️ #NewYearsEve #NYE2025 #Hello2026 #PubNYE #CelebrateTogether #TurnpikeNights #LastTickets #NYEParty #LocalPubVibes
Before anyone asks… ❌ No Bingo tonight – Mike’s resting ✅ YES football EVERYWHERE ⚽🔥 We’ve gone full Premier League takeover this evening with games across the pub so nobody misses a kick: 🏟 Snug – 7.30pm Burnley v Newcastle United 🍻 Bar – 8.15pm Arsenal v Aston Villa 📺 Dining Area – 8.15pm (BIG ONE) Manchester United v Wolverhampton Wanderers Whether you’re here for the title race, the drama, or just the atmosphere and a pint… we’ve got you covered 🍺 Grab a seat, grab a drink, and let the football do the talking ⚽ #FootballFix #PremierLeagueNight #PubFootball #NoBingoTonight #TheTurnpike #MatchdayVibes
🎉 IT’S NEW YEAR’S EVE EVE!!! 🎉 Still sat there thinking “shall we, shan’t we?” for tomorrow night? Let us make that decision VERY easy for you… We’ve got the absolutely incredible Definitely KB bringing ALL the 90s indie, Britpop anthems and sing-along moments to The Turnpike 🎸✨ Think big tunes, big atmosphere, arms-in-the-air moments and the perfect warm-up before the madness of New Year’s Eve itself. 🎟️ Tickets are still available behind the bar 💬 Need us to save you a couple? Just drop us a message 🍻 Drinks flowing 🎶 Tunes you KNOW every word to 🕺 Zero pressure, maximum vibes If you’re not committing to a full NYE blowout tomorrow, this is the PERFECT night to get out, have a proper laugh and still feel fresh(ish) for the big one. Don’t overthink it — future you will be glad you came 😉 #NewYearsEveEve #DefinitelyKB #LiveMusicAtTheTurny #90sAnthems #PubNightsDoneRight #LastFewTickets #TurnyVibes
Tickets still available 🥳
Still deciding what you’re doing for New Year’s Eve? Decision made ✔️ 🎉 NEW YEAR’S EVE AT THE TURNPIKE 🎉 Tickets are still available behind the bar, but they won’t hang around. 🎸 Live set from Definitely KB Expect wall-to-wall 90’s classics, big singalongs and proper party vibes. 🎤 KARAOKE INCLUDED Whether you’re brave, brilliant or completely delusional — the mic is waiting. 👖 FULL 90’s FANCY DRESS Spice Girls? Oasis? Britney? Leo DiCaprio? Princess Diana? Go iconic, go ridiculous, go all in. 🍴 BUFFET INCLUDED One less thing to think about — just eat, drink, sing and dance your way into the New Year. If you’re looking for a relaxed seat and an early night… this isn’t it 😄 If you want atmosphere, music, laughter and memories — you know where we are. 🎟️ Tickets available behind the bar now #NYEPlans #90sThrowback #NewYearsEveParty #DefinitelyKB #FancyDressFun #KaraokeVibes #TheTurnpike #MiddlewichPubs
Still wearing pyjamas at lunchtime? Still eating leftovers? Still telling yourself “I’ll go out tomorrow”…? 👀 Not today. Today you’re coming to the pub 😄👇 ⚽ LIVE FOOTBALL 🕑 2pm – Sunderland v Leeds 🕟 4.30pm – Palace v Spurs 🍽️ Food 12pm – 5pm 💥 2 meals for £12.49 Because January is long and comfort food is essential. 🧠 QUIZ NIGHT – 6.30pm With the brilliant Barry Ruffley Expect laughs, debates, wrong answers shouted confidently and a cracking end to your Sunday. If you’ve got the post-Christmas blues… We’ve got football, food and a quiz. See you at the bar 🍻 #PostChristmasBlues #SundayPlans #FootballAndFood #QuizNight #BarryRuffley #TheTurnpike #MiddlewichPubs #2For1249
So… who said “we’ll come tomorrow instead” last night? 😏 CONGRATS. TOMORROW IS NOW. 🎤 Karaoke tonight at 8pm 🎧 Hosted by DJ Ryan Swindells Whether you’re a shower singer, a full-on diva, or just here for moral support (aka heckling your mates)… this one’s for you. You missed last night? No stress. You survived last night? Round two 😈 Get the drinks in, warm those vocal cords, and prepare to absolutely butcher a classic. We wouldn’t have it any other way. #KaraokeChaos #PubAnthems #MissedItLastNight #RoundTwo #SingOrRegretIt
🚨 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 There is football on. And food. And it’s cheap. ⚽️ Premier League double-header today: 🕧 Forest v Man City – 12.30pm 🕠 Chelsea v Villa – 5.30pm Perfect excuse to escape the house and “accidentally” spend the day in the pub 🍺 ⚠️ Important note: the snug is off limits today as it’s been snapped up for a private party (clearly good taste), but don’t panic — the rest of the pub is open and buzzing. And if your bank balance is still crying after Christmas… 🍴 Food served 12–8pm 💷 2 meals for £12.49 Cheap food, big games, warm pub. Honestly, we’re doing you a favour here. #BanterFC #PremierLeague #FootballDay #2For1249 #PostChristmasProblems #PubLife #MatchdayMood
A traditional family-friendly pub
Soak up our friendly service and homely charm in the historic Cheshire town of Middlewich. We’re the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy our delicious menu with your favourite drink in hand.
We’re proud to offer a menu packed with the most appetising dishes. Our passion for taking traditional pub classics and making them the best around by using the most decadent of ingredients, makes every meal served have you coming back time and time again!
SERIOUSLY GOOD PUB FOOD
There’s nothing quite like the great British pub when it comes to food, and that’s what we’re all about. A place where proper pub classics meet indulgent flavours, and irresistible bar snacks pair perfectly with our drinks.
With traditional family favourites, small plates to keep the little ones happy and generous sharers to enjoy between friends, our menus are bursting with flavour and promises to satisfy any craving.
RAISING THE BAR
Our bar is fully stocked with the best selection of your favourite drinks! From world lagers to spirits, wines to cocktails and every tipple in-between.
Join us for a fleeting cocktail with a friend, a quiet pint at the bar, or celebrate the big occasion and start your weekend with high spirits. No matter what you fancy, we’ll have something to tickle your tastebuds every time.
FIND US
The Turnpike is a fantastic community pub located on Warmingham Lane on the outskirts of the Cheshire town of Middlewich.
Enjoy the hustle and bustle of the locals passing by as you take your favourite seat. Whether you’ve been exploring the Cheshire hot spots or just wanting a pub outing – we’ll see you soon.