My Wife and I once again visited the Red Lion for a stay before and after a holiday in Whitby. The welcome we received from Chris was warm and friendly, the beer and food great. The room we had for the night before our holiday was a double which was clean, warm and had everything you need for a night stay. On return we had a family room because it was so busy and this was super we sat on the settee to watch Football my Wife on hers and me on mine. The bar staff and regulars were very friendly and sociable and Chris's wife, Yvonne ( I think ) was always happy and chirpy whilst serving Breakfast. The Red Lion is an ideal stop over for travellers from the Southwest going to Scotland and vice versa as it is only 3 miles from the M6 and in a totally different world where you can enjoy Walks or use as a base to explore the surrounding area, from beautiful villages, the canal,the seaside at Southport, or the bustling of Wigan,Manchester and Liverpool. The Red Lion combines an Olde Worlde Pub with modern and welcoming Accommodation. Thanks once again to Chris and his Staff for a wonderful stay.