Police are investigating after a man was attacked outside a pub.

A 28-year-old man was assaulted in Swan Bank at around 11.10pm on Saturday, December 21.

The attack left him with head and facial injuries.

He is currently being treated in hospital.

Cheshire Police have now launched an appeal for witnesses and further information.

DS Steve Kaminski said: "I'd urge anyone who witnessed the assault or has any information on the identity of the suspect, to contact us.

"We have an injured man needing medical care just before Christmas.

"If you can help, please contact us."

Anyone with information should contact Cheshire Police on 101 or via www.cheshire.police.uk/tell-us quoting IML 1990174. 

Alternatively, information can be passed on anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.