Pub Facts

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• The building dates back to the late 1700s and originally served as a Georgian merchant’s mansion

• Si King, the Hairy Biker, declared his love for the pub and suggested it would make him move to Liverpool.

• It is a Grade II listed building, first listed in 1975

• The pub is named after the three-masted sailing ship 'The James Monro,' the first passenger ship to run from Liverpool to New York, reflected in its maritime-themed deco

• The Monro spans two floors (some sources mention three) and features two versatile indoor/outdoor beer gardens, including an extended year-round beer garden at the back

• The interior retains many original features, such as open fireplaces and wooden columns, creating a warm and homely atmosphere

• The pub underwent significant restoration and reopened in August 2024 under new management by The 1936 Pub Company, which operates other heritage pubs in Liverpool

• The restoration aimed to preserve its traditional character, with the ground floor, first floor, and beer garden areas fully renovated

• The Monro now operates as a traditional pub rather than a gastropub, though it still serves snacks and its "legendary" hot and cold pies

• The bar is a standout feature, custom-built from reclaimed wood and running the full depth of the main room

• The pub offers an extensive range of cask ales and stouts, with up to 15 taps, and is praised for the quality of its real ales and Guinness

• There are multiple seating options throughout its multi-roomed interior, with nooks for quiet relaxation and larger areas for groups

• The Monro is known for its vibrant, friendly atmosphere and is popular with both locals and visitors, often described as a "proper pub"