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• WHITE BEAR, Mancot

Taking on the White Bear was a literal homecoming for landlord Dale Selvester.

The 39-year-old grew up in the Flintshire village, and his parents still live there.

Along with wife Hayley, 37, they put their hat into the mix to run the pub, and haven't looked back since taking it on in October 2021.

Cosy bar of the White Bear in Mancot.

Having previously been at the helm at the White Lion in Buckley and Upton-by-Chester Golf Club, the couple were more than ready for the challenge.

Dale said: "I never thought I'd end up running my local but when we found out it was becoming available it was a no brainer. It's been a good pub, very popular with the food aspect.

"We'd struggled to get a table in the past, so we knew there was something good here for us.

"Despite covid and the cost of living crisis, we've been very well supported. We'd normally expect a dip in trade for January/February but we're massively up in sales from last year."

Hayley and Dale Selvester, landlords at the White Bear in Mancot.

It's easy to see why the family orientated White Bear is popular, it ticks a lot of boxes for customers, new and regular. It has a large car park, sun trap beer garden (perfect for the pub's summer barbecues), plus a second covered outdoor space and is dog friendly (outside and in the bar area).

The pub's cosy bar is just next to the main restaurant area, which while large, also maintains a warm, welcoming feel too.

And it's the food that is the attraction for many, served Wednesday to Sunday. Head chef Mark Colley has been with the couple throughout their previous venues, and using local suppliers like David Joinson Quality Meats in Deeside, has made a name for himself with a few crowd pleasers.

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Food at the White Bear in Mancot.

Dale said: "We've a good pub grub menu, and everything is freshly made.

"We do a roast on a Sunday, we're renowned for it, and Mark's pies. They're that popular, people will phone up and reserve them.

"And it's a proper pie, not cheating and just putting a lid on top!

"We also do themed food nights, with an Italian night coming up in March."

Inside the restaurant area of the White Bear in Mancot.

The team at the White Bear is incredibly community spirited, Dale himself is county councillor for the Queensferry and Sealand Ward, and there is an emphasis on giving back.

The pub offered space to be the home to a pet foodbank, started in the summer last year to help animal owners struggling with the cost of living.

They also sponsor a young goalkeeper from Northop Hall, allowing her to head to Holland with the Northop Hall Under 11s for an international football tournament.

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Dave Selvester with goalkeeper Ava, who he is sponsoring for her trip to Holland.

Dale and Hayley's son had enjoyed sponsorship himself previously from a local business for the event, and the couple felt it was only right to return the gesture.

The White Bear regularly host the Mancot Pensioners Group, as well as supporting several local causes, which have included the donkey sanctuary in Mancot, Deeside Roundtable, North Wales Superkids and Macmillan to name but a few. There is also a defibrillator for whole community use at the pub.

If you are looking to be entertained, they host a quiz night every other Monday, darts on a Tuesday and live music or entertainment once a month. Infamous drag act Shagger is set to appear in May, and plans are underway for the Bank Holiday weekend of King Charles' Coronation.

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Seating and a table made from used barrels at the White Bear in Mancot, with the logo designed by landlady Hayley Selvester.

For the history buffs, the pub has a lovely display featuring memorabilia, photos and stories of a local pilot and soldier.

The White Bear is a traditional village pub with a lot to offer, going from strength to strength and a firm staple as part of the community it serves.

But most importantly, they know what a real pie is!

• White Bear

Mancot Lane

Mancot

Tel: 01244 539077

Opening hours:

Monday to Thursday noon-11pm

Friday to Sunday noon-midnight

Food is served Wednesday to Sunday 12.30pm-7pm