Joseph Holt has continued to expand its estate by acquiring a venue in Warrington.

The Cat and Lion – a former 17th century coaching inn – will be the company’s fourth pub in the area alongside the Cock O’Budworth, the Millhouse and the Stonemill.

Currently closed, it will undergo an extensive re-development before re-opening in the spring.

Chief executive Richard Kershaw believes the acquisition will be a boost not only for the community, but the region too.

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