Bear & Staff

The Bear & Staff is an attractive historic 19th-century inn located in the picturesque centre of Gateacre. The pub is ideally positioned for exploring the impressive architecture of Gateacre, boasting over 100 listed buildings. Three of the most notable structures are situated within a mere 200 metres of this charming pub restaurant. The striking timbered Grade II listed 28 Gateacre Brow, originally built in 1889 as a telephone exchange, was designed by Walter Aubrey Thomas, the renowned architect responsible for The Royal Liver Building. Just around the corner on Sandfield Street is Gateacre Unitarian Chapel, an impressive brick chapel dating back to 1700, set in delightful grounds. Grange Lane is home to Gateacre’s sandstone ‘Paradise Cottages,’ crafted from rough sandstone in the early 18th century. For those seeking a dog-friendly spot to savour traditional pub fare and a bottle of fine wine in a lush, green setting, The Bear & Staff provides the perfect setting to enjoy the beauty of Merseyside.