The James Watts in Stockport

A very nice birthday meal for two families, really tasty, good value and excellent service from Alissa. Really enjoyable and good music.

Rude staff, had a young girl working there following us around all night accusing us of all sorts, not what you want really :/ also it’s shockingly expensive, was charged around £10 for one double vodka 😡 devastated won’t be returning

I’ve been visiting this pub since the old Star days, and it’s reinvention as the JW, Liz the former landlady did an exquisite job of transforming it to a staple pub for the Cheadle community for many years. Unfortunately the new owners don’t have the same drive or passion to keep this reputation. They seem happy to keep the custom of the lower class of society in their establishment. Which is a shame when compared to how the former landlady had transformed the pub into THE central pub of Cheadle. Avoid at all costs if you want a nice social drink - you may accosted by an angry local who has the protection of the staff. Such a shame.

I was having a quiet drink with friends when two men came to stand at the bar, glaring at us and making comments to one another. We ignored this until it became awkward and intimidating and I said "What's up?" The situation then escalated and voices were raised. The bar staff claimed that we had "both said things", rather than deal with the troublemakers. The person on the bar referred to one of them by name - clearly a regular, being pandered to. When I asked the bartender what we had said/done wrong, he just walked away. Later, one of the men shouted "inbred c**ts" at us across the pub. Quite rich given that he looked like Gollum. Again, the approach was to share the blame with our table. One of them then walked past our table muttering insults under his breath. Someone at our table said 'What was that?' At this point, someone (I've since learned that it may have been the landlady) jumped up and approached my friend, claiming that HE had started the trouble and at the same time, being rather friendly with the troublemaker. It was clear just by looking at our demeanor vs theirs, who was out looking for trouble. Had it been people younger than ourselves, this would've been quite a threatening experience. The staff sided with a couple of bullies because they know them. They knew exactly what was going on, but chose to pretend otherwise. In the end, we left because we it was made pretty clear to us who they would rather have in the pub. The anger that the (presumed) landlady showed to us was baffling. If this is the vibe the new management are going for then I'd recommend swerving it and walking down the road to the White Hart.

Excellent staff and service. Friendly atmosphere. Good selection of gins, and found my favourite rum Old J spice. Will definitely be returning.

Staff are lovely, great atmosphere, no TV’s so you have to talk to people its a perfect little pub!!

Great pub with 7 cask ales. Friendly staff and great atmosphere. Beer lover’s paradise!. There’s also tons if Gin options for the ladies

Lovely pub, well decorated for Christmas and lovely log burner to keep us warm. Staff were very attentive and quick service.

I was sat replying to a message on my phone when a drink slid off the table onto me… clearly the table was on a slight tilt as this happened more than once. The woman behind the bar came over and said “well it hasn’t happened before so it must be you”. As if sitting there with a pint soaked into your jeans isn’t bad enough…. Good beer but rude staff.

We went into The James Watts today as we've been here a few times and know they have a great selection of cask ales. We have always had ok service here but I wouldnt say outstanding however today with the new covid rules it was simply awful. We were greeted at the door and asked for track and trace and asked to use sanitizer which we did. We were sent to a table with a laminated A4 paper which had a drinks menu on one side and the other side said something along the lines of Please serve me, the man who greeted us said he would be with us shortly and to use the sign when we wanted to order. We put the sign in good view of the man and waited as he was clearly busy however he served at least two other tables who arrived after us. As we got annoyed at waiting we decided to leave and he said as we left thanks I said we didn't even get served a drink he completely ignored me and walked away!! At least the Crown further up the road had great service and are following the covid guidance perfectly!!

This is by far, the best pub for miles in any direction, the Landlady Liz, runs an excellent pub and keeps a great cellar. I have recommended this pub to countless people since it reinvented itself from being The Star, which was a complete dive. When this pub opened after the relaunch, nobody could believe how beautiful the place was, stunning interior with a great choice of well kept, reasonably priced beer. The pub went from strength to strength until Covid........ on reopening, suitable and appropriate measures were put in place and rightly enforced by the excellent staff. No issues, same great Landlady, surroundings and warm welcome. So what’s changed?! The Millionaires on the board at Hyde’s have decided to increase the price of wines, spirits and Lager, the Moretti for example has gone up by 55p a pint taking it to £4.50 a pint. It’s gone from being one of the more reasonably priced pubs in the village to being one of the most expensive. It’s a lot quieter than it used to be, could this be why? Prices may have gone up because of Covid, but is that the fault of JW loyal customers? I liken the Hyde’s board to the Knights of the round table, taxing the poor in their price increase. Drop your prices, give the excellent Liz and her staff a helping hand and get this pub back at the top of the tree where it belongs.

Great prices - lovely vibe and excellent bar staff. Would be regular if we weren’t visiting from Cornwall!

Just out for a stroll with friends and popped in for a drink and a warm, great service and staff very friendly. Will definitely go there again. Paul C

We stopped at the James Watts as part of the Cheshire Real Ale trail and really liked it, so we got a bus from Stockport to pay it another visit. Very friendly welcome from the dark haired lady on the bar who was knowledgeable about the beers and helped with our choices. All the beers were well kept and there was a good range, supplemented by loads of additional cans and bottles. We decided a stomach lining snack was in order after a few drinks, so chose toasties which were freshly made (we know this as making one without cheese was no problem) and served with nicely dressed salad and a little bowl of tortilla chips. Had a chat with the other member of staff, a blond haired lady, who was equally friendly. Nice to see tables being wiped too. Shame we are 2 bus rides away from this excellent pub but we will definitely be back.

Had a brief drink tonight at this good well managed pub. Good selection of drinks. Well kept beer. Everything clean and smart. Friendly service

Just been for a couple of beers. Really good. Great selection of guest ales along with regular beers. Lovely to see dogs in the pub. Will definitely be back to sample more of the same.

One of my favourite pubs The Manager Liz keeps the beer excellently and runs a nice clean pub with a nice atmosphere and good stuff keep it up

Great staff running this pub , clean so friendly , keep a good pub , keep beer right , prices reasonable , beer garden great sun trap ,

After living in Cheadle for 27 years, I'm pleased to say there is now a pub in the village that rivals anywhere else for great beer and friendly hospitality. The improvements from the transformation of the former Star Pub have been sustained by the Landlady et al staff, well done. However, when its hot there is no air movement in the pub, making it uncomfortable. The theme continues with the hand driers in the toilets, hardly any puff, so bring your absorbent jeans because that's what you'll dry your hands on. C'mon Hydes dig deep, this Pub and the great staff are packing the place out, so please fit some decent air con units, then I can stay in the James Watt longer !

I was just taking a wander round Cheadle and opted for a pint in this pub. I can't recall what it was called previously but hadn't been in here under it's current configuration.There was a good selection of six real ales and four draught lagers as well as well stocked chillers with bottled beers and ciders.Warm service and had a pleasant chat with another bloke about beer and 60/70's music as we were both of that era!The beer was excellent, a Wadworths American IPA. The pub was clean and airy no issues at all. I didn't look into availability of food as it was too early for me to eat. I'd certainly return here for a pint though.

I ran past this pub earlier this evening and thought i must try this whilst i'm here! The beer quality was fantastic. I was allowed to sample the beer and decided on a wandsworth Ale which was perfect. The gentleman that served me knew his beers and i ended up with a very decent ale. There appeared to be a band setting up for later so will have to come back and see what that looks like.

We live locally to this pub and go regularly on a Friday evening as it has a lovely atmosphere. Unfortunately this evening we were rudely turned away at the door and advised that they don’t allow people wearing tracksuits to enter. The barmaid said that no matter how nice or expensive the tracksuit bottoms partner was wearing were, it was a rule. Clearly we were both well dressed, on our way to dinner at a local restaurant but they seem to have recently introduced this ridiculous rule and we had to leave. We go there most weeks and are usually one of the more smartly dressed couples, even when wearing jeans (which don’t seem to be an issue) however they don’t seem to have grasped that fashion has moved on and are willing to lose custom over a very old fashioned view. I could understand it if this were an upmarket restaurant or if we looked remotely like trouble makers but introducing blanket ban rules like this seems very illogical. We didn’t argue with the girl who advised us, feeling very embarrassed about being shown out just as we’d arrived and we certainly won’t be going back to explain our point of view. We’re sad about it but the Royal Oak has just re-opened nearby and has a very similar atmosphere so we’ll take our custom and seemingly offensive fashion sense elsewhere.

We have visited The James Watts on several occasions and, each time, it has been a wonderful experience.

Dropped in for quick lunch very surprised at such a warm welcome. Young girl serving us very pleasant and friendly. Food first class and good value. Atmosphere fabulous, dog friendly, child friendly. Would definitely recommend and will visit again.

Lovely staff and service. Can get busy on the weekend but managed to find a seat. Lovely atmosphere and a great drinks menu to cater for everyone’s taste.

Very nice atmosphere. Huge selection of drinks. Nicely decorated. Chilled place. Will be back soon. Great.

Warm welcoming pub. Friendly management team. Friendly staff. Clean public area. Clean toilets. I think this is the best pub in cheadle.

This establishment is always busy, but for that you know just how popular it is. The bar offers a good selection of beers in a very comfortable and attractive environment. Staff really couldn't be more friendly. #Tayloredbyus

Used to be a pretty good place when it was The Star. Now it's pretentious and just serves rubbish real ale. This is Cheadle, not the Northern Quarter in Manchester.

Excellent bar. Great staff and amazing choice of real ales all served in a great atmosphere. Will definitely go again.

The James Watt is a fantastic pub that has been a welcomed addition to the other pubs on the High Street.

Visited the James Watts a few time, love the selection of beers and everyone who works there always wears a smile!

We love this pub. We visit on a regular basis and have done since it opened. Always a great atmosphere with friendly pleasant staff. Brought my brother in from Warrington recently with his son who was visiting from Holland and they loved the different ales. Well worth a visit.

I live in America now but I am from Cheadle. It’s been a while since I have been back to the village. This is a great (relatively new) addition to the high street. Went in solo before meeting a friend on the off chance I might get a good pint and I wasn’t disappointed. Choice of four on cask and a world of beers behind the bar. Literally. Barmaid was super friendly, atmosphere was relaxed, decor was fresh, seating well placed and the pints were tasty. They even have board games to play whilst you sup your pint. I’m told the food is pretty good too. I’ll be heading back in here when I’m back in Cheadle. Cheers James Watt.

One of the few pubs not showing a football match on the night we visited, but it was still noisy and dimly lit.

What a warm welcome and a surprising range of fine ales with a great atmosphere!

The James Watts really is a lovely place to visit me and my partner go at least once a week! The staff are so friendly and there is so many beers to choose from, the land lady does a great job of keeping the place in tip top shape! It's so relaxing on the roof terrace and lovely and warm in the pub! We have a bite to eat in there every now and again as I understand they onlybtaje a small kitchen so it's mainly toasties and snacks but they are plenty for lunch and so well presented would recommend a visit!

Pub with a nice atmosphere and reasonably prices and well kept beer staff are pleasant and very helpful all in all a nice place for a few drinks with friends thay all so have a roof terrace

First visit to this pub we stumbled upon on a Saturday afternoon walk and really pleased we did! Wide and varied selection of gins and beers, including rhubarb and orange gins, and very reasonable prices.

Live music on a Thursday, great selection of ale and gin! Staff are amazing 2! Would recommend do light bites to eat.

Amazing ale house in cheadle. Great range of bottles and tap beer. Now also do wine and gins which makes it even better. Highly recommend.

Great atmosphere and drink choice good. Open roof top which is fantastic on a lovely summers night. Bar staff very friendly and helpful. Food great too.

Since the launch of this craft ale house, it has attracted new faces. Good atmosphere and staff.Visit a lot more often!

I have lived in cheadle on and off for 15 years and i would not of set foot in the old pub on the location of the james watt

Lots of lovely rotating real ale on draught great atmosphere. Bands on a Thursday night. 50p off bitter on a Monday.

Great cozy atmosphere, nice clientele, dog friendly, lovely candlelit rooms, roaring log burner, friendly staff, great covered outside area with heaters and not a television in sight. Excellent. Just how your local pub should be. Wish we’d known about it before. Thanks Hyde’s- this is our new favourite place!

Good pub dogs allowed so great for me would go more if the menu was bigger but a good addition to the area

Massive selection of beers cask ales and spirits , super friendly staff , lovely atmosphere , great decor , very chilled and relaxing feel , papers to read ,board games to play and no televisions , perfect place for a quiet beer or a night out , new landlady is very helpful and knows about her ale will defiantly be returning.

Good pub with great atmosphere. I visited with friends and was fortunate that the live entertainment was the best I’d seen they were fabulous.

Saturday night, very welcoming. Great selection of craft beer. Friendly service and hood atmosphere. Worth a look in, the inside has been done up loads.

Nice and popular craft pub in village centre. Very popular

My wife and and I visited Cheadle village and popped into The James Watts, a pub we’ve never been in before but one we will be visiting again and can highly recommend.

Called in a few weeks ago with my brother for something to eat and a few beers. The menu is quite limited but we had the Cheese slate between us and a panini each. Wasn't outstanding but reasonable value for money and a good variety of accompaniments to choose from, olives, bread, pickles, veggie crisps , 3 cheese etc(a bit like a posh ploughman's). Beer was fine and the barstaff was very helpful and friendly. Will use again.

had lunch here for the first time,will be the last,expensive ,crap service the amount of food to share was a joke.

Staff lovely and friendly. This pub has jumped in leaps and bounds since it changed from the star . It's lovely good food good drinks wonderful relaxed music perfect!

Visited and surprised at the changes since it was The Star. Good décor, clean and comfortable, good service and nice atmosphere

We started to visit the James Watts in March shortly after it was updated.

Very nice refurbishment. Lots of drinks to choose from. A class act.

This venue has recently undergone an extensive face lift. From a totally out of date and lack lustre pub it has been transformed into a "must see" establishment in a very up market Cheshire village. Good beer selection. Good atmosphere, top management and staff. Acoustic music set on Thursday nights. Busy at week-ends but less so mid-week if a quiet drink is what you are looking for. Mixed age groups. Food more light bites than full menu.

This newly opened pub hosts plenty of real ale from the pump and bottles, as well as a good wine list. It replaces a pub that was well past it's sell-by and with its complete makeover, it is now a pleasant venue for a quiet drink away from the TVs of the other local pubs. They do serve snack type food as well if you're peckish and the staff are friendly and helpful; the only reason that I haven't given five stars is that it currently only has one till so this can cause a slight delay. I assume another will be fitted to remedy this soon as it hasn't been open long.

Newly refurbished pub with good selection of beers - a great addition to Cheadle village. Food menu is fairly limited but the platters looked like a good option for nibbles with drinks.

A fantastic selection of beer with some classic Belgians including Zot, always a fav. Great looking bar, nice atmosphere and tasty beer. Can't do better. Might struggle choosing between this and the white hart now with this edging it.

being a new pub which as just opened on thur 23/02/17 went on sat 24/02/17 about 9pm to check out very busy needed more tables and chairs bit pricy on drinks

Modern, stylish re-furb of the former Star Inn by Hyde's Brewery. There are over 100 beers to choose from, the beer wall was the first thing I spotted on entering the pub. I tried the peanut butter milk stout by Tailgate brewery. Great beer. Loved the fire and high stools round barrel tables.

Went for drinks just a few days after it opened... obviously busy because everyone wants to see the changes. The decor is good and it was a long overdue refurb from Hydes Brewery. Nice to see a new selection of beers on draught to choose from, However, the first selection had run out, which is bad planning and dampened the experience.