Mums who run 'little gem' Queens Nook bar appear on Double The Money Channel 4 show

Two mums who run a bar in Crosby are set to appear on a new Channel 4 show called Double the Money.

Cath Doyle, 40, and Lynn Nolan, 48, first met six years ago when taking their sons to the same football game. They then not only became close friends but co-workers when they decided to quit their jobs to open a bar together on Liverpool Road, Crosby.

Lynn was formerly a carer and Cath had a career as a workplace trainer but in 2021 they took the leap into bar ownership - opening The Queens Nook. Speaking to the ECHO, they said: "It’s been a hard few years opening up just after a pandemic but we have put our hearts and souls into this as we are determined, hardworking Liverpool girls who want to provide a great spot for people to enjoy good food and an amazing friendly atmosphere."

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The friends are now taking part in a reality TV show competition, that will see them go up against 12 other pairs of contestants for a chance to win more than £20,000. Tonight, on Thursday, May 9 at 8pm, Cath and Lynn will be on our screens on Channel 4 taking part in Double the Money alongside host Sue Perkins. On the show, Sue Perkins set to contestants a new challenge each week to double their money within a set amount of time.

The successful contestants will find themselves going into the next round where the amount they have to double grows and the time scales become more intense. The Queens Nook owners filmed the series last summer and managed work with some local talent who on their journey at different stages - who will also be featured on the prime time show.

In this first round, teams are given an initial starting sum of £250. They have 36 hours to double it to £500 and get through to the next round of the competition. Anyone who fails to double the money in the time will be eliminated.

As the clock starts, Cath and Lynn try to double their money by selling picnic boxes for £15 each. If they win the competition, they are hoping to put the money into their business and have dreams of expanding to a chain of bars.

The Queens Nook is number one out of all the bars in Crosby on TripAdvisor. One reviewer said: "Crosby’s little gem! Such a great place, the food is amazing, bar is great, staff are the loveliest in Crosby. The quiz night is a particular highlight! We’ve been so many times now and totally recommend!"

While another added: "Such a little gem in the heart of Crosby, very welcoming cosy and friendly, food is outstanding so hard to pick one of my fav dishes there but you can't go wrong with the fish and chips, steak and ale pie with mash or their massive homemade Scottish egg, always have great entertainment going on from cheese nights, quiz night, bingo karaoke and live singers every sat, if you haven't been go experience it for yourself I promise you won't be disappointed."

And a third commented: "Fabulous atmosphere. This little bar has become a new favourite. It’s has a great vibe to it. The staff are super friendly, everything about it is just right. Sunday afternoons are fabulous, live music every week!!! Roll on Sunday!!!”

Double the Money will be aired on Thursday , May 9 at 8pm on Channel 4.

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