MOTHER'S DAY SUNDAY 14 MARCH

Friday, February 26th, 2010

Mother’s Day is coming!

This year, it falls on Sunday 14 March.

This will be a busy day, and we are sure to be fully booked, so reserve your table now to avoid disappointment

• 12-4pm : Traditional Sunday Lunch served in the pub and the restaurant
  

• 6-9pm : Full pub and restaurant menus

BEER FESTIVAL GUIDE NOW AVAILABLE

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

We're finally ready to release details of what we've got on offer at our inaugural beer festival at the end of February and we're SO excited!

Acorn are brewing us a beer specially for the festival and we're told it's going to be amazing....

Guides will be available in the pub from Fri 12 Feb but you can read in right here right now by clicking on the attachment below.

Attached File: Beer Festival Guide.pdf

MONTHLY ACOUSTIC NIGHT - INTRODUCING CLAIRE MOONEY

Friday, January 29th, 2010

We've been thinking about having a regular live music spot at the Jockey for quite a while now, but something that will complement what we're doing at the pub and enhance the atmosphere rather than take over.

Enter the ACOUSTIC NIGHT, beginning WEDS 17 FEB AT 8PM and continuing on the 3RD WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH.

For our first event, we're excited to welcome CLAIRE MOONEY.

Claire's songs have received worldwide airplay. She appeared on a number of compilation albums prior to releasing her debut, "Rocking the Boat" on Big World Records in 1989. An eclectic mix of original, punchy, political songs, the album received much critical acclaim.

Described as a 'radical chanteuse', Claire's music has been defined by her passion and her politics. She writes of protest, peace, justice, love and life.

Her strong views and skills as a social commentator, along with her ability to connect with all types of audience, allows her to diversify whilst still maintaining her political integrity. Claire is regularly booked to compere events, as well as performing in her own right, and has a regular spot on GMR's "Citizen Mcr".

Claire has established a loyal fan base who appreciate diversity. She performs at festivals, art centres, theatres, clubs, conferences and seminars.

Her performances have been described as;

"funny, ironic and touching" (Gutter Girls)

"the numero uno female singer-songwriter in town...a bucketful of talent...really knows how to work an audience" (Manchester Evening News)

"a terrific act...a powerful voice, good material and a wide-ranging set" (Tonite Magazine)

"The fabulous multi-talented Claire Mooney always goes down a storm...her strong, inspirational songs are sung from the heart and inevitably leave us all wanting more. An entertainer with great presence, humour and integrity" (Jenny Roberts, Libertas Festival Director)

"Mooney is the people's songstress" (Music Week)

"A real talent...listen and learn - 8/10" (Len Brown, NME)

"Brilliant" (Johnny Walker, BBC OB)

"Claire, stick with it. Best love" (Ray Davies, founder member, The Kinks)

"Excellent...something of an undiscovered jewel" (Terry Christian, Manchester Evening News)

"A real Manchester talent" (Channel MTV)

Check out Claire's website - www.clairemooney.co.uk

WEDS 17 MARCH - DON’T MISS THE CRAIC ON ST. PADDY’S DAY WITH A VERY SPECIAL EDITION OF ACOUSTIC NIGHT

VALENTINE'S NIGHT

Thursday, January 28th, 2010

Love is in the air at the Jockey with a special 4 course menu priced at £19.95 being served from 6 til 9pm on Sunday 14 February.

If you'd like to surprise a loved one on the night, talk to us and we'll be happy to set up a special table for you. Why not pre-order a bottle of champagne, a balloon for the table, a red rose or a box of chocolates?*

4 COURSE MENU
£19.95
SUNDAY 14 FEBRUARY
6PM TIL 9PM

Early booking is advised for what we expect will be a busy night.

*Please note, pre-orders for balloons, roses and chocolates must be received by Wednesday 10 February.

Attached File: Valentines Menu.pdf

NEW ARTS & CRAFT SALE DATES

Thursday, January 28th, 2010

The Jockey is keen to promote Chorlton's home-grown talent.

Come down and support the creative community.

January's sale is just a few days away and is sure to be a treasure trove for interesting gifts.

February's sale will take place the same day as the Beer Festival. Come down and have a pint and peruse the stalls!

Come March we'll be gearing up for the Farmer's Market, make sure you're there!

THE SECOND EDITION OF THE BUGLE IS OUT NOW!

Thursday, January 28th, 2010

Find out the latest developments at the Jockey here!

Attached File: Winter Newsletter-1.pdf

OUR FIRST BEER FESTIVAL IS ON ITS WAY!

Thursday, January 21st, 2010

Plans are now afoot for the inaugural "Goodbye Winter Hello Spring" Horse and Jockey Beer Festival.

Taking place over the last weekend in February, the festival will feature 50 cask ales from local and national independent brewers, 8 ciders and around 50 Belgian and German ales hand-picked for the occasion by our specialist suppliers.

Add to this our renowned selection of 25 malts, our soon-to-be-launched collection of American whiskies and bourbons, and our great home-cooked traditional food menu, and we got everything we need in place for a fantastic weekend.

Horse and Jockey Beer Festival
Fri 26th to Sun 28th February
Opening times - Fri/Sat 12pm til midnight, Sun 12pm til 11pm

OSWALD ROAD JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB

Wednesday, January 6th, 2010

We're hoping 2010 is going to be a great year for the Under 11s Boys County Team at Oswald Road. The boys, sponsored by the Horse and Jockey and managed by Charlie Bell and Pete Britton, are pictured here looking resplendent in their smart H&J kits.

PICTURE POSTCARD JOCKEY AND SNOWBALLING ON THE GREEN

Wednesday, January 6th, 2010

We woke up to a great sight on Tues 5 Jan - 7 inches of snow had fallen overnight and left the pub and the Green looking as cute as a button. We managed to get some photos and have posted them in the picture gallery here.

Any expectations of a quiet day were quickly dashed when hundreds of people from kids enjoying a sneaky day off school to grannies armed with rubber gloves descended on the Green - and the Jockey - for what was probably Manchester's biggest snowball fight.

See this facebook link for photos:

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/event.php?eid=241384971068&ref=nf

Only in Chorlton.....

WINTER SOLSTICE VERDICT

Thursday, December 31st, 2009

We've been so busy at the pub over the holiday period that we've not had chance to thank everyone who came down for the Solstice. There were literally hundreds of like-minded people and families gathered together to eat, drink and sing!

Although we struggled to meet the demand, and we could have roasted 3 hogs not just one, and although Santa ran out of presents for the kids, word on the street is that it was a great night and is certainly one we intend to turn into an annual event. It was just a great night for the local community to get together before the madness of the holiday period.

Thanks once again for making it such a success!

....We're already thinking about our Summer Solstice event. And we're thinking fire eaters, jugglers, acrobats, street theatre....