The Angel is found huddled within a flurry of new development in what was a notorious slum area, known as Angel Meadows. The horrendously busy junction on Rochdale Road makes it a hard place to reach at times but is worth making the effort.

Formerly having 13 handpulls, often with the majority empty in previous years, a recent cellar refit and reinvigorated focus now sees 6 cask ales, consistently available, across a broad range of styles and changing breweries.

As a historic pub, refurbishment works are slow and expensive, however, they are making progress. The plumbing in the Gents, long closed for the necessary improvement, has now been suitably reinstated, with very few changes made to the tiling. The outdoor temporary arrangement may be retained for outdoor summer events.

It seems The Angel will continue to serve both the new and old community for a while to come. It seems The Angel will continue to serve both the new and old community for a while to come.