Crooke Hall Inn stands on the banks of the canal. It looks as though it was built at the beginning of the canal era so presumably its function was to serve the passing trade.

The pub was called after Crooke Hall which stood nearby. This was a two storey, half-timbered building dating from the early 17th century. In 1911, the "Victoria County History" says "...the building itself which is let as cottages, has suffered much from decay and damp."

By the early 50s only the west wing was left standing and was in danger of collapse. The hall was demolished soon after.

Sources of Information

"County Houses of Greater Manchester" vol.2. ed. J.S.F. Walker and A.S. Tindall pub. Greater Manchester Archaeological Unit (1985)

"Victoria County History" Lancashire vol.6 ed. W. Farrer, J. Brownbill (1911)