The Three Crutches

02/11/2026

WE’RE HIRING!

Bar staff/waitress wanted!

The Three Crutches is looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and experienced member to join our team!

What we’re looking for:

* Minimum 2 years’ hospitality experience
* Must hold a valid Personal Licence (bar licence)
* Confident working behind the bar and serving tables
* Friendly, hardworking and a great team player
* Able to work evenings and weekends

Pay: National Minimum Wage

Think you’ve got what it takes to join our team?

📩 Message us directly for more information or to apply!

02/11/2026

WHAT A NIGHT!

Halloween at The Three Crutches did NOT disappoint!

From the incredible costumes and spooky faces to the little monsters and big kids (who definitely got more into it than the children 😂), you all brought the Halloween spirit in full force!

A huge thank you to everyone who came along, dressed up, danced, laughed and made it such a brilliant night. And of course, a massive shoutout to our amazing team for making it all happen!

I feel Christmas is round the corner!!

Same time next year?

02/11/2026

A little luxury, a little romance, and the perfect spot to unwind.

01/11/2026

✨ IT’S ALMOST TIME FOR OUR CHRISTMAS LIGHTS TURN ON! ✨

Join us at The Three Crutches on Sunday 22nd November at 5:30pm as we kick off the festive season in style!🎅🏻

We’re bringing all the Christmas magic with an evening full of festive cheer, including:

🫏 Our Christmas donkeys
🎶 Traditional carol singers
🍷 Warming mulled w**e & gingerbread
🎤 A live singer to get us into the Christmas spirit
🎄 And, of course, our Christmas lights switch-on!

Bring the family, wrap up warm and join us for a magical evening filled with twinkling lights, festive music and plenty of Christmas cheer ✨

📅 Sunday 22nd November
⏰ 5:30pm
📍 The Three Crutches, Higham, ME2 3UG

Who’s joining us? Tag your friends and family below! 👇

30/10/2026

🎄✨ CHRISTMAS FABRIC WREATH MAKING AT THE THREE CRUTCHES! ✨🎄

Get into the festive spirit and join us for a lovely evening of Christmas crafting!

Create your very own beautiful fabric Christmas wreath, perfect for adding a handmade touch to your home this festive season. Whether you’re a crafting pro or a complete beginner, come along, get creative and enjoy a cosy evening with us!🌲

📅 Tuesday 10th November
⏰ 6:30pm
💷 £35 per person

📍 The Three Crutches, Higham, ME2 3UG

✨ Spaces are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment!

We can’t wait to get crafty with you!

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30/10/2026

🍻 History, quality and community spirit all under one roof.

A huge congratulations to The Sportsman Inn in Carlisle on being crowned City Pub of the Year by Solway CAMRA.

For centuries, The Sportsman has been at the heart of Carlisle's pub scene, and today it continues to set the standard. From perfectly kept cask ales and delicious home-cooked food to the warm welcome that greets every customer, the team consistently delivers the kind of experience that keeps people coming back.

Its reputation speaks for itself. Alongside previous honours such as Winter Pub of the Season, The Sportsman has earned regular recognition in the CAMRA Good B**r Guide and remains one of the city's most loved traditional pubs.

This latest award celebrates the passion, hard work and dedication of the entire team, who continue to preserve the pub's rich heritage while making it a thriving destination for b**r lovers and the local community alike.

👏 Congratulations to our Publican, Amanda Picken, and everyone at The Sportsman Inn on another fantastic achievement.

30/10/2026

“I started a new job”
“I really needed a catch-up”
“It’s out first date!”

Three different people, three different reasons, but all meeting for one simple thing… a drink and a bit of company.

It doesn’t matter what day it is, what time it is, or what’s going on in your life. Sometimes, sitting down for a drink, having a laugh, letting it all out or simply being in someone’s company can be the best part of their day!

So check in on your friends, catch up with your family, celebrate the little wins, and make time for the people who matter! and remember, there’s always a seat waiting for you at The Three Crutches🥂

29/10/2026

GOOD FOOD, DONE RIGHT!

Whether you’re joining us for a midweek treat or a cosy meal out, we’ve got something delicious waiting for you at The Three Crutches.

Freshly prepared, full of flavour and always served with a smile! … let us take care of dinner!🍽️

28/10/2026

IT’S ALMOST TIME TO GET SPOOKY!

Just a little reminder that our Halloween Party is THIS SATURDAY NIGHT!

Get your costumes ready, gather your ghouls and join us for a night of spooky fun, Halloween vibes and plenty of tricks and treats!

Who’s joining us for a frightfully good night at The Three Crutches? 🍻

📍 Old Watling Street

See you there… if you dare!

👻HALLOWEEN PARTY👻

Get ready for a night of spooky fun on Saturday 31st October!

Live Band, B**r Pong and Halloween cocktails🍸
Best Fancy Dress — winner takes home a bottle!
🕰️ Shot with entry from 7PM

It’s set to be a night full of music, drinks, dancing and plenty of Halloween mischief!

🎟️ Tickets are available NOW!
Grab yours and get your best Halloween outfit ready…

📍 The Three Crutches

28/10/2026

EVER HAD A PINT AND WONDERED WHERE IT ALL STARTED?…..

Welcome to the history of The Three Crutches!

Dating back to at least the 15th or 16th century, our Grade II listed pub has stood on Old Watling Street for hundreds of years, holding stories within its walls that span generations.

Did you know? …. The Three Crutches has a connection to Charles Dickens, who was known to often visit the pub. With its rich history and fascinating local folklore, it’s easy to imagine the characters and conversations that have passed through here over the centuries!

Even the name has a story, with local legend linking it to three crosses erected to commemorate a murdered Templar Knight.

From centuries gone by to the pub you see today, we’re proud to keep the history alive while making memories of our own!

Next time you pop in for a pint, remember — you’re not just visiting a pub, you’re stepping into history!🍻

27/10/2026

WOW 🔥

This has been such an honour to be a part of!

Huge thanks to Coca-Cola for championing community leaders around the UK and for picking our very own Simon Dafforn-jones as Local Royalty!

It was a privilege to have portrait artist to royalty, Jamie Coreth, capture Simon in his natural habitat, the FBI.

Read more here 👇🏼

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/pub-landlord-given-royal-treatment-37812329

26/10/2026

MEET THE TEAM AT THE THREE CRUTCHES!

Ever wondered who’s behind the bar, cooking up your favourites, and keeping everything running behind the scenes? Well, it’s time to put some faces to the names!

From our talented chefs, to our fantastic front-of-house team and the hardworking kitchen porters keeping everything sparkling - every single member of our team plays a part in making The Three Crutches what it is.

We’re lucky to have such a brilliant bunch of people bringing the smiles, hard work, and good vibes every day!

Next time you pop in, make sure to say hello — we promise we don’t bite (unless you steal our chips!)

20/10/2026

At Punch, we're proud to see young talent thrive across our pubs and support teams. From first jobs to leadership roles, remains one of the UK's greatest industries for developing skills, building confidence and creating rewarding careers.

That's why we're backing a hospitality-wide call to Government ahead of the Budget, championing the sector's ability to create jobs and opportunities for young people.

Hear Harry Bourne's story and why he's proud to support this message.

07/10/2026

Britain’s pubs are worth up to £30 billion in wellbeing value to communities across the UK. But rising costs and high taxes are putting pressure on pubs that bring people together.

This Week of Action, join the campaign today and tell your MP to keep pubs open and pints affordable.

https://www.longlivethelocal.pub/letter 🍍

25/09/2026

Actress Daisy Edgar-Jones filmed 🎥 a promo for her new film, Sense and Sensibility in our Canonbury pub, The Marquess Tavern for Vogue 🥰

The team at Vogue were searching for a shooting location that oozes class, was timeless and in-keeping with the theme of the movie... so where else were they going to film?! 😏

Take a look at the promo - Daisy is in character as Elinor Dashwood throughout!

Sense and Sensibility hits cinemas TODAY! 🎬Why not pop into The Marquess Tavern to wash down your popcorn! 🍿🍷

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22/09/2026

We're on board, are you?

Join thousands backing Britain's pubs and breweries.

www.longlivethelocal.pub ❤️🍺

21/09/2026

This pub is a gem! 💎

The Wig & Mitre in Lincoln's Cathedral Quarter has reopened following a £100k investment. ⛪

Anne-Marie and Paul Balcomb have taken on the 14th century pub... "We’re thrilled to take control of such an iconic pub and can’t wait to meet all of our wonderful guests" ❤️

📷 Courtesy of Tory McTernan

17/09/2026

Welcome to The Buck Inn 🦌

New Management Partner Adrian McShane-Chapman has taken over the Thornton-le-Dale pub following a whopping £490k investment 🤑

🗨️ “I arrived in the UK 22 years ago from Australia, armed with just a backpack and no real plan... I’ve dipped in and out of hospitality over that time but the fire inside me to run my own pub burned bright.” - Adrian

If you're in Yorkshire, pay Adrian and his team a visit and check out this stunning pub for yourselves. 🤩

15/09/2026

Rory takes the keys to the refurbished Cross Keys pub in Nottingham! 🗝️

Our new Management Partner Rory Calladine has taken the reins at the popular city centre pub following a £100,000 investment.

🗨️"I was instantly drawn to the pub and as soon I discovered it was available in a partnership with Punch, I jumped at the chance." 🍍

Regular guests at The Cross Keys will instantly notice the pub’s traditional feel and special characteristics have been retained throughout but that a complete refresh has taken place. 💫

11/09/2026

We have reopened the Keyworth Tavern following a quarter-of-a-million refurbishment 🔥

The Keyworth pub in Nottingham, run by our Management Partner John Francis, had been closed for 5 weeks while we tore out the bar, stripped the pub back and replaced everything with new, modern furnishings. 🤩

Great work by everyone involved in the transformation 🥂

03/09/2026

We're quite fond of it too, Prime Minister! The Dog House

28/08/2026

Our Publican Beth at The Beeswing Inn 2013 has raised circa £250K for charity 😍 so if you're in the area this weekend, pop in and enjoy the music, food and drink!

Well done Beth!! 🥳

The Beeswing in East Cowton is hosting its 13th ‘Glastonbury’ festival to raise money for end of life care at a nearby hospital.

27/08/2026

Newly married couple Gareth and Jamie Furness have take the over The Bay Horse Inn in Pickering. 🔔

The pub has received a £400,000 investment and Gareth says it has been very well received by locals. 😃

“We are seeing more locals returning to the pub, faces that haven't been seen here for many years and we are seeing them on a regular basis... The refurb has really put The Bay Horse Inn back on the map and firmly at the heart of the Pickering community.” ❤️

Well done to everyone involved in this brilliant transformation 👏