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Historic Old Swan pub linked to famous footballer announces closure
Mr Smith’s pub on Prescot Road in Liverpool’s Old Swan has permanently closed, ending its latest chapter as a neighbourhood local. The site has a long history and links to former England and Manchester United footballer Wayne Rooney, making the closure notable to local residents and football fans.
The pub, at 366 Prescot Road, previously traded as the Old Stanley Arms until 2009 before reopening as Mr Smith’s. Rooney’s uncle, John Morrey, once operated the premises, which attracted fans during major football tournaments. A notice cited “unforeseen circumstances”; the closure follows the shutdown of Souvla’s Allerton Road restaurant, while its Hardman Street branch remains open.
In short
- Mr Smith’s pub in Old Swan has permanently closed.
- The site was once operated by Wayne Rooney’s uncle.
- Souvla’s Allerton Road branch has also shut.