These are 19 of the ‘roughest’ ever pubs in Merseyside. according to local residents.
We asked our readers on Facebook to name Liverpool and Merseyside’s roughest pubs of all times and received thousands of comments. Many people mentioned the same handful of boozers, with locals sharing stories from over the years.
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Using the suggestions, we have put together a list of Merseyside’s ‘roughest’ pubs which features 15 of the most mentioned sites. The majority no longer exist, with some forced to close due to reports of crimes.
Take a look at the gallery below and let us know which pubs you think should feature.

17. Cabbage Inn, Netherton
The Cabbage Inn no longer exists and the site has since become homes. | Rept0n1x, CC BY-SA 3.0

18. The Molyneux, Kirkby
The Molyneux was closed down by the council many moons ago and no longer exists. One reader said: "The Molyneux was a different kettle of fish." | STOCK PICTURE DRINKING Johnny Green/PA Wire Photo: Johnny Green

19. Leather Bottle, Halewood
Many locals mentioned the former Leather Bottle in Halewood. One said: "It was like the wild west in there." | Adobe Stock


