THE historic Warrington town centre Lord Rodney pub has officially reopened following a £150,000 refurbishment, bringing a fresh new look while restoring its traditional name and heritage.
The former Rodney, situated directly opposite Warrington Wolves’ Halliwell Jones Stadium, has reverted to its historic name, The Lord Rodney, following an extensive transformation of the popular venue.
The pub officially reopened on Friday, October 30, marking the arrival of Chorley-based Blind Tiger Inns in Warrington and its 24th venue overall.
The investment has seen major improvements to both the interior and exterior, with the aim of creating a modern entertainment and sports venue while retaining the traditional character and community atmosphere associated with the pub.
The refurbishment includes a completely new-look bar, reupholstered furniture, additional booth and lounge seating and a range of new entertainment facilities.
These include two state-of-the-art Smart Darts lanes, a contactless pool table and multiple high-definition television screens, providing plenty of opportunities for customers to watch live sport.
Outside, a newly constructed garden pergola, complete with festoon lighting and modern seating, provides an additional space for customers to enjoy drinks and socialise.
The transformation also features bespoke interior and exterior murals by graffiti artist Jano, celebrating the character and spirit of the local area.
The project has also created new hospitality jobs, providing a boost to the local economy.
Perfect location for Wolves supporters
With its position directly opposite the Halliwell Jones Stadium, The Lord Rodney is ideally placed to attract Warrington Wolves supporters looking for somewhere to meet before and after matches.
Landlord Alan Kelley said: “I couldn’t be working in a better location than The Lord Rodney.
“As a huge Warrington Wolves fan, the pub is in the ideal spot for pre- and post-game pints, and the refurb was completed just in time for the start of the 2027 Rugby League season.”
The Lord Rodney represents Blind Tiger Inns’ first venture into Warrington and its second leased premises in partnership with Trust Inns, following the opening of The Castle in Clitheroe.
Chris Tulloch, founder and managing director of Blind Tiger Inns, said the company was keen to breathe new life into the historic building while retaining the features which had made it popular with generations of customers.
He said: “The Lord Rodney holds a rich history in Warrington and this major £150,000 transformation has not only breathed new life into the building but delivered a top-tier pub experience for the local community.
“This is our first site in Warrington and we wanted to preserve all the popular traditions – such as pool, darts and the dominoes teams – while upgrading the site to make it more welcoming and comfortable.
“We pride ourselves on delivering great products and community values in safe, comfortable surroundings.
“Regulars and newcomers alike can expect great value, fantastic entertainment and year-round promotions.”
The reopening restores the Lord Rodney name to the Warrington pub scene, combining its traditional identity with a modern offering aimed at attracting both established regulars and a new generation of customers.
The Lord Rodney is now open daily.
The Lord Rodney team
