CAMRA Real Ale in York pub guide

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A comprehensive guide to Real Ale in the City of York

2nd Edition

Fully revised & updated


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Key to symbols R Regional Inventory

The pub is listed on CAMRA’s Yorkshire Regional inventory of historic pubs.

F Real fire

A fire fuelled by coal, smokeless fuel or logs.

Q Quiet pub

Free from piped music, jukeboxes, electronic games and TVs (at least one room).

O Outdoor drinking area

This may vary from a garden to benches on a pavement, or even a village green.

A Accommodation

Rooms to let (no assessment of quality or price).

L Lunchtime meals

Meals served at lunch times in the pub itself.

E Evening meals

Meals served during the evening in the pub itself.

W Wheelchair access

Easy access to the pub and a disabled accessible toilet.

T Near railway station

Within half a mile of a station.

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That regularly passes close to the pub (the number usually given).

G Traditional pub games

Played in the pub (e.g. darts, bar billiards).

c Real draught cider

Traditional (not keg) cider available.

P Parking

Pub has its own car park.

S Smoking area

Pub has an outdoor area for smoking (e.g. Covered area or patio used mainly for smokers)

Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this guide, but no responsibility can be accepted for errors and it is inevitable that some pubs and breweries will change their character during the currency of the guide.


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Pub index Ackhorne

C3 1 26

Old White Swan

E5 45 37

Artful Dodger

C3 2 26

Parish

C3 46 37

Bay Horse

A2 3 26

Phoenix

F2 47 37

Bay Horse

B5 4 26

PivnÍ

D4 48 38

Black Swan

F5 5 26

Plonkers

D3 49 38

Blue Bell

E4 6 27

Postern Gate

E2 50 38

Bootham Tavern

C6 7 27

Priory

B3 51 38

Brigadier Gerard

F7 8 27

Punch Bowl

B3 52 39

Brigantes Bar & Brasserie

B3 9 28

Punch Bowl

D5 53 39

Red Lion

E3 54 39

City Screen Riverside Café Bar D4 10 28 Coach House Hotel

B6 11 28

Roman Bath

D5 55 40

Cock and Bottle

D3 12 28

Rook & Gaskill

G2 56 40

Coopers Bar

B4 13 29

Rose & Crown

G2 57 40

Corner Pin

C4 14 29

Royal Oak

E6 58 40

Cross Keys

E5 15 29

Sea Horse Hotel

F2 59 41

Crystal Palace

A2 16 29

Slip Inn

D1 60 41

Cygnet Inn

B1 17 29

Slug & Lettuce

D5 61 41

Dean Court Hotel

D5 18 30

Slug & Lettuce

D3 62 42

Edinburgh Arms

F1 19 30

Snickleway

E5 63 42

Exhibition Hotel

C6 20 30

Spread Eagle

F3 64 42

Five Lions

F3 21 30

Stereo

D7 65 42

Gillygate

D6 22 30

Stonegate Yard Bar & Brasserie D5 66 43

Golden Ball

C2 23 31

Swan

D1 67 43

Golden Fleece

E4 24 31

Tam O’ Shanter

H2 68 43

Golden Lion

D5 25 31

Tap & Spile

E6 69 43

Golden Slipper

E6 26 32

Terrace

E4 70 44

Guy Fawkes Inn

D5 27 32

Theatre Royal

C5 71 44

Habit

E5 28 32

Thomas’s

C5 72 44

Ha Ha Bar & Canteen

D4 29 33

Three Cranes

D4 73 44

Hansom Cab

D4 30 33

Three-Legged Mare

C6 74 44

Harkers

C5 31 33

Three Tuns

D4 75 45

Hole in the Wall

C6 32 33

Trafalgar Bay Inn

B2 76 45

Hotel Du Vin

A2 33 34

Varsity

C5 77 45

Victoria Hotel

G1 78 46

House of the Trembling Madness D5 89 48 Judges Lodgings

C5 34 34

Victoria Vaults

C2 79 46

Ko Ko

E5 35 34

Waggon & Horses

H2 80 46

Last Drop Inn

E4 36 34

White Horse

C6 81 46

Lendal Cellars

C4 37 35

Windmill

B2 82 47

Longboat

A2 38 35

Woolpack

F2 83 47

Lowther

D3 39 35

Yates

D4 84 47

Maltings

C4 40 35

Ye Olde Starre

D5 85 47

Masons Arms

E2 41 36

York Arms

D6 86 48

Meltons Too

F3 42 36

Yorkshire Hussar

C4 87 48

Minster Inn

B6 43 36

Yorkshire Terrier

D5 88 48

Old Ebor

C1 44 37


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Pub index Acomb

C4 91 50

Lord Collingwood

B5 170 69

Ainsty

C4 92 50

Lord Nelson

B5 153 65

Bay Horse

D3 123 57

Lysander Arms

C5 158 66

Bay Horse

F4 151 64

Magnet

E4 157 66

Beagle

C3 93 50

Marcia

C2 104 53

Beeswing

E4 154 65

Melbourne

D4 126 58

Black Bull Hotel

E4 155 65

Mitre

C5 159 66

Black Horse

C7 173 70

Nags Head

A2 100 52

Blacksmith’s Arms

D6 146 63

Nag’s Head

D4 138 61

Blacksmith’s Arms

D1 152 64

Old Grey Mare

C4 110 54

Blacksmiths Arms

B6 161 67

Old Sun Inn

A1 176 71

Britannia

B4 94 50

Pack of Cards

C4 97 51

Buckles Inn

A2 101 52

Pavillion Hotel

D3 127 58

Bumper Castle

D5 106 53

Plough

D3 128 58

Burton Stone Inn

C4 107 53

Puss ‘n’ Boots

C4 145 63

Carlton Tavern

C4 95 51

Quaker Wood

B3 98 51

Castle Howard Ox

D4 108 53

Red Lion

D7 134 60

Charles XII

E3 136 60

Red Lion

B4 150 64

Cottage

D7 132 59

Riverside Farm

C5 162 67

Cross Keys

C3 115 55

Rose & Crown

A3 102 52

Cross Keys

G4 119 56

Royal Oak

B2 113 54

Deramore Arms

E3 137 60

Saddle

D3 129 58

Derwent Arms

E4 156 65

Ship

E7 168 68

Dick Turpin

C3 116 55

Ship Inn

C1 90 50

Dormouse

C5 109 54

Shoulder of Mutton

D4 139 61

Ebor Inn

C2 103 52

Six Bells

E7 169 69

Ferry Boat Inn

G1 178 72

St.Vincent Arms

H2 177 71

Flag & Whistle

D5 147 63

Sun Inn

B4 99 51

Four Alls

G7 164 67

Tanglewood

G7 166 68

Fox & Hounds

B2 112 54

Tankard Inn

A4 160 67

Fox Inn

C4 141 62

Three Hares

A2 175 71

Fox Inn

F6 165 68

Tiger Inn

D7 135 60

Fox & Roman

C3 117 55

Turf Tavern

C3 118 56

Fulford Arms

D3 124 57

Walnut Tree

D4 140 61

Grey Horse Inn

H2 122 57

Wellington

D3 130 59

Greyhound

F4 120 56

Wenlock Arms

G1 172 70

Half Moon

E7 167 68

White Horse

B5 171 69

Haxby WMC

D7 133 60

White Swan

E1 114 55

Hopgrove

E5 148 63

Windmill

G4 121 57

Jacobean Lodge

C7 174 70

Winning Post

D4 163 67

Junction Brewhouse

C4 142 62

Woodman

C2 105 53

King William

B4 96 51

Yearsley Grove

D5 149 64

Leeman

C4 143 62

York Beer & Wine Shop

D3 131 59

Lighthorseman

D3 125 58

York Sports Club

C5 111 54

Locomotive

C4 144 62


Outer York map The pubs are listed in alphabetical order in the ‘pub index’ on the left. To pinpoint a pub’s location, use the ‘map reference’ to find the correct square on the grid. The pub number will be inside the square.

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© Campaign for Real Ale 2010 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in retrieval systems or transmitted in any form or by any means – electronic, mechanical, photocopying, or otherwise – without the prior permission of the Campaign for Real Ale Limited. ISBN: 978-1-85249-280-9 A CIP catalogue record for this book is available from the British Library. Printed and bound in the United Kingdom by The Print Academy (Yorkshire) Ltd Editors: Melissa Reed and Allan Conner Graphic designer: Mark James Maps: Mark James Acknowledgments: Sales and distribution: Karl Smith and Matthew Grant Advertising: Matthew Grant Photographs: Allan Conner, Melissa Reed and Doug Napier Proofreaders: Helen and Ray Balawajder, Phil Gill, Elaine Gathercole, Mark Firth and Peter Scott Surveyors: Simon Alterskye, Stuart Barkworth, David Blamires, Pat Burlingham, Allan Conner, Richard Dean, Elaine Gathercole, Steve Golton, Matthew Grant, Karen Hannah, Vince Hedge, Don Henson, Kevin Keaveny, John Kelly, Doug Napier, Jane Overhill, Mike Overhill-Smith, Jean Pulleyn, Melissa Reed, Simon Ross, Fiona Samuel, Peter Scott, Karl Smith, Chris Tregellis, Bob Towner, Tony Wicks and Colin Young DISCLAIMER: Every effort has been made to ensure the contents of this guide are correct at time of printing. Nevertheless, the Publisher cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions, or for changes in any details given, or for the consequences of any reliance on the information provided by the same. This does not affect your statutory rights. It is inevitable that some pubs and breweries will change their character during the currency of this guide.


Real Ale in York A comprehensive guide to Real Ale in the City of York Introduction Welcome to the 2nd edition of Real Ale in York. The first edition was a huge success selling out within a year and winning the CAMRA local guide of the year award. Three years have passed since its publication and with the large number of changes to pubs in York we decided it was time for an update. The guide covers all pubs selling Real Ale in the City of York along with other outlets where you can drink draught Real Ale (for example clubs where you do not need to be a member and hotels where you do not need to be staying there). In this edition we have also included a few recommended pubs that are just outside the boundary. The changes since the last edition have resulted in a net gain in pubs with a total of 178 in this guide (174 in the City of York) compared to 160 in the previous edition. CAMRA have also launched the LocAle scheme which encourages pubs to serve locally brewed beer. Pubs that have joined the scheme have been highlighted in this guide. All pubs in this guide have been surveyed by local branch members without whose time and effort this guide would not have been possible, so a big thank you goes to all of them. Cheers! Melissa Reed and Allan Conner (editors)

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Contents Real Ale

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Beer Styles

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Real Cider and Perry

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Yorkshire Regional Inventory

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Pub Heritage

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York CAMRA

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CAMRA LocAle

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Beer Festivals

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Public Transport

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Central York Pub Listings

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Outer York Pub Listings

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Breweries

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Central York Map

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Outer York Map

Inside back cover

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Real Ale

Here you will find the definition of Real Ale and a brief description of beer styles.

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What is real ale? In the early 1970s CAMRA coined the term ‘real ale’ to make it easy for people to differentiate between the bland, processed beers being pushed by the big brewers and the traditional beers whose very existence was under threat. Many pubs and brewers use the term to describe their beers, but, just to keep you confused, they are also called cask beers, caskconditioned ales or even real beer! In the pub the huge majority of real ales are served using traditional hand-pulls, rather than through modern fonts, but there are some exceptions to this, so if in any doubt, just ask at the bar. Real ale is a natural product, brewed using traditional ingredients and left to mature in the cask (container) from which it is served in the pub through a process called secondary fermentation. It is this process which makes real ale unique amongst beers and develops the wonderful tastes and aromas which processed beers can never provide.

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Beer Styles Mild

a spicy, peppery and grassy hop character, a powerful bitterness, tangy fruit and juicy and nutty malt. With Best and Strong Bitters, malt and fruit character will tend to dominate but hop aroma and bitterness are still crucial to the style, often achieved by ‘late hopping’ in the brewery or adding hops to casks as they leave for pubs. Golden Ales

Mild is one of the most traditional beer styles which is enjoying a revival in today’s real ale market. Usually dark brown in colour, due to the use of well-roasted malts or barley, it is less hopped than bitters and often has a chocolatey character with nutty and burnt flavours. Bitter

Bitters developed towards the end of the 19th century as brewers began to produce beers that could be served in pubs after only a few days storage in cellars. Bitters grew out of pale ale but were usually deep bronze to copper in colour due to the use of slightly darker crystal malts. With ordinary Bitter, look for

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This new style of pale, well-hopped and quenching beer developed in the 1980s as independent brewers attempted to win younger drinkers from heavilypromoted lager brands. Strengths will range from 3.5% to 5.3%. The hallmark will be the biscuity and juicy malt character derived from pale malts, underscored by tart citrus fruit and peppery hops, often with the addition of hints of vanilla and cornflour. Golden ales are pale amber, gold, yellow or straw coloured and above all, such beers are thirst quenching. Pale Ale or IPA India Pale Ale changed the face of brewing early in the 19th century. The new technologies

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originally a blend of brown ale, pale ale and ‘stale’ or well-matured ale. It acquired the name Porter as a result of its popularity among London’s street-market workers. At the time, a generic term for the strongest or stoutest beer in a brewery was stout.

of the Industrial Revolution enabled brewers to use pale malts to fashion beers that were genuinely golden or pale bronze in colour. First brewed in London and Burtonon-Trent for the colonial market, IPAs were strong in alcohol and high in hops: the preservative character of the hops helped keep the beers in good condition during long sea journeys. Beers with less alcohol and hops were developed for the domestic market and were known as Pale Ale. So-called IPAs with strengths of around 3.5% are not true to style.

The strongest versions of Porter were known as Stout Porter, reduced over the years to simply Stout. Porters are complex in flavour, range from 4% to 6.5% and are typically black or dark brown: the darkness comes from the use of dark malts unlike stouts which use roasted malted barley. Stouts can be dry or sweet and range from 4% to 8% ABV, at the higher strengths they are usually called Imperial stouts. Barley Wine

Porter & Stout

Porter was a London style that turned the brewing industry upside down early in the 18th century. It was a dark brown beer – 19th century versions became jet black – that was

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Barley Wine is a style that dates from the 18th and 19th centuries when England was often at war with France and it was the duty of patriots, usually from the upper classes, to drink ale rather than Claret. Barley Wine had to be strong – often between 10% and 12% – and was stored for prodigious periods of as long at 18 months or two years.


CAMRA York Expect massive sweet malt and ripe fruit of the pear drop, orange and lemon type, with darker fruits, chocolate and coffee if darker malts are used. Hop rates are generous and produce bitterness and peppery, grassy and floral notes. Old Ale

Old Ale recalls the type of beer brewed before the Industrial Revolution, stored for months or even years in unlined wooden vessels known as tuns. The beer would pick up some lactic sourness as a result of wild yeasts, lactobacilli and tannins in the wood. The result was a beer dubbed ‘stale’ by drinkers: it was one of the components of the early, blended Porters. The hallmark of the style remains a lengthy period of maturation, often in bottle rather than bulk vessels. Old Ales typically range from 4% to 6.5%. Scottish Beers Historically, Scottish beers tend to be darker, sweeter and less heavily hopped than English and Welsh ales: a cold climate demands warming beers. But many of the new craft breweries produce beers lighter in colour and Campaign for Real Ale

with generous hop rates. The traditional, classic styles are Light, low in strength and so-called even when dark in colour, also known as 60/-; Heavy or 70/-; Export or 80/and a strong Wee Heavy, similar to a barley wine, and also labelled 90/-. In the 19th century, beers were invoiced according to strength, using the now defunct currency of the shilling. Light Bitters

We define light bitters as any bitter with an ABV of 3.4% or lower or an original gravity (OG) of 1034 or lower. By light bitters, we generally mean low gravity or low strength, but they do also tend to be lighter in colour than stronger bitters. Originally these beers were most prevalent in the West Country where they were colloquially known as Boy’s Bitters. 9


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Real Cider and Perry Real cider is a long-established, traditional drink which is produced naturally from apples and is neither carbonated nor pasteurised. However, real cider is in a similar situation to that which faced real ale some 30 years ago with the number of outlets for real cider diminishing, even in the West Country. The situation with perry (which is made from pears) is even worse, as it is rarely available away from the farm gate. It is unfortunate that many of the most well known ciders in the UK are cold, fizzy, keg products which have been produced artificially rather than naturally. It is well worth you tracking down some real ciders and perries and more and more people are discovering for themselves how deliciously mellow, aromatic and intoxicating the flavours of naturally produced real cider and perry can be. As a result of the difficulties facing real cider and perry, CAMRA set up its own cider and perry committee to inform consumers about the choice of real cider and perry available and to encourage the producers to continue production.

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Real cider and perry have been difficult to get in York pubs, but the situation is now improving with more pubs selling real cider and/or perry in this edition of the guide than in the first edition. You can identify pubs that sell real cider by the apple symbol (c) at the end of the description. Pubs in York selling real cider include the House of the Trembling Madness, Swan, Brigantes, Pivni and Maltings.

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Yorkshire Regional Inventory The Yorkshire regional inventory lists pubs of historic interest in Yorkshire and Humberside. A new guide, Yorkshire’s Real Heritage Pubs describing the pubs on the inventory, was due to be published soon after this guide. Pubs on the Regional Inventory have been identified in the listings in ‘Real Ale in York’, so if you want to find out more about them why not have a look at Yorkshire’s Real Heritage Pubs.

Yorkshire’s Real Heritage Pubs A full-colour campaigning guide to the 120 or so pubs in Yorkshire and Humberside which still have interiors or internal features of real historic significance – some of them stretching back a century or more. It is the first ever publication of its kind to cover the entire Yorkshire region. The book is the product of many years of surveying and research by CAMRA volunteers who are dedicated to helping preserve and protect the UK’s pub heritage. This guide sets out to celebrate the genuine pub heritage that survives in Yorkshire, to share an understanding of its importance and to sound a call-to-arms for its better protection.

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Features of this guide include: •

Companion volume to Scotland’s True Heritage Pubs and Real Heritage Pubs of Wales, also published by CAMRA. One of a series of titles based on CAMRA’s Regional Inventories of historic pub interiors.

A unique guide to over 120 pubs in the Yorkshire region whose interiors have been little altered over the past 40 years, including some that are much as they were before the Second World War. The featured entries cover the whole spectrum of pub heritage, from simple rural ‘time warp’ establishments to Victorian drinking ‘palaces’ with spectacular décor and fittings. The guide, moreover, advances the claims to recognition for the more unsung interiors of the inter-war and early post-war eras that we take so much for granted.

Aimed at architecture, pub and heritage professionals, as well as a general audience – informative text, illustrations and full-colour photographs explore the variety of historic pub interiors in the Yorkshire region and highlight their significance.

Divided into separate sections for the four Yorkshire counties, with a short introduction to each (including a brief historical outline of who were the principal pub builders) and clear maps showing the pub locations.

Short background articles on relevant topics like architectural ceramics, heritage protection and ‘The Dark Side’ – a reflection on the dangers that threaten the heritage and the fine pubs we continue to lose.

Essential address and telephone details provided for each entry, along with public transport information and details of statutory listing and local planning authorities.

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Pub Heritage Welcome to York’s world of historic & interesting pubs For both aficionados and the casual visitor the area covered by this guide allows you to find and visit 3 CAMRA National Inventory listed pubs including the diamond of our collection the Blue Bell in Fossgate. The others are the Golden Ball and the Swan. There are also a further 12 pubs on the Regional Inventory in this guide: the Black Swan, the Masons Arms, the Minster Inn, the Olde Starre, the Phoenix (now a free house & nicely refurbished), the Rose and Crown, the Royal Oak (soon to be refurbished) and the York Arms in the city centre. In the outskirts there are also the Lighthorseman and Wellington in Fulford, the Fox in Holgate and the Magnet in Osbaldwick. The pubs on the Yorkshire Regional Inventory are identified in the pub listings by an R next to the pub name.

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In addition to historic pubs the city is home to some brilliant refurbishments for example the Bay Horse in Marygate and the Bay Horse in Blossom Street and complete conversions of shops to pubs including all three York Brewery Pubs. As a city we are blessed with a large number of pubs and in terms of those selling real ale we have even gained a few over the years! The ethos of the CAMRA Pub Heritage Group is devoted to saving historic pubs from demolition and the destruction of interiors and fittings. To help ensure historic pubs are protected the group aims to get the most important pubs listed. All the National and Regional Inventory pubs listed opposite except the Minster Inn and the Magnet are now listed as Grade II and above by English Heritage. The work the Group carries out keeps a genuine piece of living history alive. Unfortunately developers can and do beat the system by ‘overnight’ demolitions or wrecking of fixtures and fittings. It is most important that people realise that vigilance is still a must as if the pub is destroyed there is no way of forcing a developer to rebuild it and the fines, if imposed, are small compared to the costs of the new project. Pub Heritage is only a part of CAMRA’s campaigning. Many good pubs are being closed and redeveloped. In many villages the pub is the last remaining community facility and closure can tear out the heart of the village. In towns and cities the local neighbourhood pubs are also under threat, taking away a bit more of the community spirit forcing people into the city centres. Regardless of your pub’s status be it old or new, supporting your local by using it is the best way to protect it. If under threat of closure campaigning to save it can work. Where a pub is under threat CAMRA will do all it can to support local residents in their fight to prevent change of use or demolition of a pub but past experience has shown there has to be local support for any chance of success. That’s the propaganda bit over, now go out and enjoy York and district’s range of pubs to suit all tastes!

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York CAMRA The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) campaigns for real ale, real pubs and consumer rights. We are an independent, voluntary organisation with over 100,000 members nationally and have been described as the most successful consumer group in Europe. CAMRA promotes good-quality real ale and pubs, as well as acting as the consumer’s champion in relation to the UK and European beer and drinks industry. The York branch of CAMRA is the oldest branch in Yorkshire. We cover an extensive geographical area, which includes Selby, Tadcaster and rural parts of North and East Yorkshire, as well as the City of York itself. We currently have around 700 members who participate in a lively programme of social events (such as pub crawls, cycle rides, brewery trips and country pub tours), produce a quarterly newsletter called Ouse Boozer and stage an annual beer festival. We also meet at 8.30pm on the last Tuesday of every month to exchange information, find out about future social events and select our Pubs of the Season, amongst other things. We usually rotate our venue each quarter – please see Ouse Boozer or our website for details of all meetings and social events.

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CAMRA York

York branch website www.yorkcamra.free-online.co.uk We aim to: •

Protect and improve consumer rights

Promote quality, choice and value for money

Support the public house as a focus of community life

Campaign for greater appreciation of traditional beers, ciders and perries as part of our national heritage and culture

Seek improvements in all licensed premises and throughout the brewing industry

We are always looking to welcome new members, so why not come along to a meeting or social event? Our members vary from those who are regular attendees at events, those who come along now and again when it suits them, and those who just want to be members to receive the benefits that are available to all CAMRA members nationally. Our social events include: •

Friday 5s (visit 5 pubs on a Friday evening)

Country pub tours

Brewery visits

Meet the brewer events

Bike rides

Pub of the year/season presentations

Annual rail ale trail

We also have a local pubs’ week once a year (July) where we have a range of events aimed at promoting the pub. including the launch of an Ale Trail where you can get prizes just by visiting pubs! There is something for everyone!

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What is CAMRA LocAle? CAMRA LocAle is an initiative that promotes pubs stocking locally-brewed real ale. The scheme builds on a growing consumer demand for quality local produce and an increased awareness of ‘green’ issues. The CAMRA LocAle scheme was created in 2007 by CAMRA’s Nottingham branch which wanted to help support the tradition of brewing within Nottinghamshire, following the demise of local brewer Hardys & Hansons. York CAMRA launched its version of the scheme in February 2008, ahead of CAMRA’s national(e) launch in the summer. Everyone benefits from local pubs stocking locally-brewed real ale... • Pubs – stocking local real ales can increase visits • Consumers who enjoy greater beer choice and diversity • Local brewers who gain from increased sales • The local economy because more money is spent and retained locally • The environment due to fewer ‘beer miles’ resulting in less road congestion and pollution • Tourism due to an increased sense of local identity and pride – let’s celebrate what makes our locality different.

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CAMRA York

What is York CAMRA’s definition of local? We have opted for a distance of 25 miles from brewer to bar. This reflects the size of our branch area and its rural nature.

How does a pub qualify? A pub commits to selling at least one locally brewed real ale at all times. You might go to a LocAle pub and find there isn’t one on; this could be because it has encountered supply difficulties, it’s holding a beer festival or a special event promoting one brewery – all acceptable reasons that we have come across during the first couple of years. The most likely reason is that the local beers are selling faster than anticipated!

How many pubs are signed up? At the time of publication (September 2010) there are 65 in the York branch area and 37 in the area covered by this guide (the City of York).

How many brewers qualify? Over 40 brewers are eligible to supply LocAle somewhere in our branch area.

How do I know where the LocAle pubs are? There’s a full list on our website, in each edition of our newsletter, Ouse Boozer and the listings in this guide have the LocAle symbol for pubs in the scheme.

How do I recognise a LocAle pub? We give pubs a range of point of sale material – posters, beer mats, window stickers, pump clip toppers and leaflets. Look out for these and if in doubt ask the bar staff for help.

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Beer Festivals Many branches of CAMRA run beer and cider festivals where you can try many different beers, both local and from around the country. York has run festivals for many years at various venues around the city. In 2009 the festival moved outdoors for the first time and was held in marquees on the Knavesmire (York Racecourse). The festival had 200 real ales and 40 ciders and perries in the first year and was a huge success. As a result it is now a regular feature in the York branch diary with the 2010 festival increasing the range of beers to around 250. There will also be around 50 ciders and perries as these proved extremely popular in 2009. The festival takes place on the third weekend of September, so look out for the dates each year.

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For more information see the festival website, www.yorkbeerfestival.org.uk CAMRA also holds two national festivals. The Great British Beer Festival takes place at Earls Court, London in August where the Champion Beer of Britain (CBOB) is judged and announced. There are beers from across the country with separate bars for each region.


CAMRA York There is also a National Winter Ales festival, which is held in Manchester in January, but may be moving location in future years. Whilst there are beers of all styles present there is a focus on strong and dark winter beers. This is where the stouts & porters, old ale/strong mild and barley wine classes for CBOB are judged. For more information about CAMRA’s national Beer Festivals and other branch festivals please see the national website, www.camra.org.uk

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Many local pubs also hold beer festivals, for example the Rook and Gaskill, Waggon and Horses and Judges Lodgings and Yorkshire Terrier have all held successful festivals which are set to continue and be joined by new festivals for example at the Slip Inn and Swan. To find out which pubs are holding festivals see the branch newsletter, Ouse Boozer or website, www. yorkcamra.free-online.co.uk

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Public Transport around York Several train companies serve York, but the only other station within the area covered by this guide is at Poppleton served by Northern Rail. Buses provide the main public transport option. The majority of bus services in York are operated by First Group, which has routes covering most parts of the York urban area. Other bus companies cover the outlying areas included in this guide. Northern Rail

York Pullman

Northern House, 9 Rougier Street, York, YO1 6HZ

Bootham Tower, Exhibition Square, York, YO30 7EW

0870 000 5151

01904 622992

www.northernrail.co.uk

www.yorkpullmanbus.co.uk

Trains are approximately hourly from and to Harrogate and Leeds until about 10 pm (fewer trains on Sundays).

York Pullman run services to Wheldrake, Sutton on Derwent, Tadcaster via Bilbrough, Skelton via Rawcliffe plus evening services from Stamford Bridge to Nether Poppleton via York city centre.

First Group 45 Tanner Row, York, YO1 6JP 01904 883000

Arriva Yorkshire Ltd

A map of routes and timetables are available on their website.

Arriva Yorkshire Ltd, Customer Services, FREEPOST NEA4591, Wakefield, WF1 4BR

www.firstgroup.com/ukbus/ yorkhumber/york/home/

0871 200233 www.arrivabus.co.uk Arriva run services from York to Selby (42, 415) and Wetherby via Tockwith and Rufforth (412, 413).

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www.castlerockbrewery.co.uk Transdev York & East Coast Yorkshire Coastliner Ltd. Bus Station, Railway Street, Malton, YO17 7NR www.yorkbus.co.uk A map of routes and timetables are available on their website. This company operates the Yorkshire Coastliner service which links Leeds with Whitby and Scarborough via York. On the way through York it passes through Copmanthorpe, Dringhouses and Stockton-onthe-Forest.

Travel Information www.yorkshiretravel.net The website shows all the options for travel between two locations (bus and train) regardless of which company operates the route.

Transdev also operate some local services in York (telephone 01904 655585).

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The Ossett Brewing Company is a family owned, independent brewery, producing national award-winning beers in the heart of Yorkshire.

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Central York

The location of each of the pub entries in the following section can be found on the Central York Map inside the front cover.

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Ackhorne

LocAle 9 St. Martin’s Lane, YO1 6LN 12-12 Mon-Sun (01904) 671421 www.ackhorne.co.uk Caledonian Deuchars IPA; Rooster’s Yankee; Guest Beers (4) A cosy, olde worlde pub, down a cobbled street just off the Micklegate Run. Open plan layout with sections through arches or up a couple of steps and a pleasant outdoor drinking area to the rear. The mixture of stone flooring and wooden floorboards adds to the character. Highly Recommended QLT t cS Artful Dodger

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LocAle 47 Micklegate, YO1 6JL 12-2am Mon-Sun (01904) 644102 Guest Beers (3) A lively pub located towards the city centre end of Micklegate. The real ales come from Yorkshire microbreweries; there is also guest real cider. This narrow pub, with its long bar, features music and televised sports – there are even mini TVs attached to the handpumps. O Tt cP S 26

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LocAle 55 Blossom Street, YO24 1AZ 4-11 Mon-Wed; 4-12 Thu; 12-12 Fri & Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 654998 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Guest Beers (2) Not far from the city walls, this interesting 17th century pub with unspoilt interior has a central bar and three separate seating areas. Popular with locals, it can get very busy on race days. AL (Sun only) Tt (1,4,10) PS Bay Horse

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68 Marygate, YO30 7BH 11-11 Mon-Sat; 11-10.30 Sun (01904) 541926 Beer range varies Large, smartly refurbished pub close to the River Ouse and Museum Gardens. Emphasis on Greene King beers. One TV shows sporting events and there is a quiz night on Thursday. There is a large function room on the first floor. O L ETt Black Swan R

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Peasholme Green, YO1 7PR 12-11 Mon-Thu; 12-12 Fri & Sat; 12-10.30 Sun


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(01904) 679131 www.blackswanyork.com Caledonian Deuchars IPA; Copper Dragon Golden Pippin; Greene King Abbot Ale; Wells & Young’s Bombardier; Wychwood Hobgoblin A 17th century, timber-framed house, turned into a pub in the 18th century and altered since but still wood-panelled with many original beams and sloping floors. There are three separate rooms downstairs with an upstairs function room where the Black Swan Folk Club meets. A pleasant, decked, outside drinking area is to the rear. Highly Recommended F QOLE(not Sat & Sun) W t PS Blue Bell R

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(01904) 654904 www.bluebellyork.co.uk Black Sheep Best Bitter; Copper Dragon Golden Pippin; Rudgate Ruby Mild; Taylor Landlord; Guest Beers (3) Small, glazed brick-clad building dating from 1798, with a cosy Edwardian interior as listed in CAMRA’s National Inventory. Wood-panelled throughout with two small rooms and a serving hatch to the corridor. A three times winner of local CAMRA Pub of the Year. Guest beers are usually from small Yorkshire breweries. Good value sandwiches at lunchtimes. Groups are discouraged owing to the lack of space. Highly Recommended QLtG Bootham Tavern

29 Bootham, YO30 7BW 11-12 Mon-Thu; 11-1am Fri & Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 631093 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Tetley’s Cask; Guest Beers (2) A horseshoe-shaped bar in modern Victorian style. TVs throughout showing football or, on Fridays and Saturdays, Rugby League. Monday is quiz night and Thursday is poker night. A pub with a loyal local following. AWtG Brigadier Gerard

LocAle 53 Fossgate, YO1 9TF 11-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun

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84 Monkgate, YO31 7PF 11.30-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 642612 Samuel Smith OBB Located just outside the city walls, this pub has an

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interesting, large, open plan lounge bar with seating area and small side room with pool table and darts. Named after a famous race horse – see boards and photos on the walls. Formerly a Boys’ Home, converted in 1985. QOLW t (12 & 13) GPS Brigantes Bar & Brasserie 9 B3

Sat; 11-10.30 Sun (01904) 612940 www.picturehouses.co.uk Guest Beer from York Brewery This modern, city centre cinema bar offers good views along the River Ouse from both inside and on the outdoor balcony. The comfy chairs and sofas make for a pleasant and relaxed environment. O L EW Tt S Coach House Hotel

LocAle 114 Micklegate, YO1 6JX 12-11 Mon-Sun (01904) 675355 www.markettowntaverns.co.uk Guest Beers (8) including 1 from each of Black Sheep, Leeds, Taylor, York This real ale haven just inside the city walls was the birthplace of Joseph Aloysius Hansom, inventor of the hansom cab. A Market Town Taverns pub where Yorkshire beers feature regularly in the range. A selection of continental beers as well as a draught cider from small producers can also be found. Its excellent menu features daily specials. Highly Recommended QLE WT tc City Screen Riverside Café Bar 10 D4 13-17 Coney Street, YO1 9QL 11-11 Mon-Thu; 11-11.30 Fri &

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LocAle 12 Marygate, YO30 7BH 12-12 Mon-Sun (01904) 652780 www.coachhousehotel-york.com Guest Beers (2) A very welcoming hotel with a comfortable public bar; good place for a quiet drink away from the crowds, or for a meal before heading out into town for the evening. The guest beers come from York or Rudgate breweries. A EW Tt P S Cock and Bottle

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61 Skeldergate, YO1 6DS 12-12 Mon-Sun (01904) 654165 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Caledonian Deuchars IPA; Guest Beer A large, single-roomed pub near the River Ouse with traditional stone floor and wooden beams. The pub caters for all and has a good clientele mix, popular with sports fans and tourists alike. It has a cosy feel with its large stove fireplace and subdued lighting. L (Sun) Tt


CAMRA York Coopers Bar

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York Railway Station, YO24 1AY 9am-10 Sun-Thu; 9am-11 Fri & Sat (01904) 629946 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Coors Worthington’s Bitter A beer pit stop within the confines of York Railway Station. Although it feels like a railway buffet, the team are keen and knowledgeable about their real ales. Breakfast is available from opening time at 9am. LE WT t (short stay) Corner Pin

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17 Tanner Row, YO1 6JB 12-11 Mon-Thu; 12-12.30am Fri; 12-1am Sat; 12-12 Sun (01904) 629946 Jennings Cumberland Ale; Guest Beers from the Marston’s range (2) 400 year old, Grade II listed building on a back street off the popular club circuit of Rougier Street. The traditional side of the pub, which retains some original features, has three connecting rooms around a bar. A modern conservatory section opens onto the beer garden. The clientele consists of locals, tourists and some overspill from the disco pubs. OLT tGS Cross Keys

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34 Goodramgate, YO1 7LF 10.30-11 Sun-Thu; 10.30-12 Fri & Sat (01904) 655082 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Guest Beer This pleasant pub, with its small beer garden, was rebuilt

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in 1904 on the site of the gate house to St Peters/the Minster. Food, including bar snacks and sandwiches, is served daily, with breakfast from 10.30 to noon. Look out for theme nights – Wednesday (Steak), Thursday (Curry) – and Sunday lunch plus meal deals and specials. O L Et S Crystal Palace

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66-68 Holgate Road, YO24 4AB 12-3 & 5-11 Mon & Wed-Fri; Tue 12-3 & 6.30-11; 12-11 Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 625305 Samuel Smith OBB A well-furnished Samuel Smith’s house within a short walk of the city centre. Like many of their pubs, it retains traditional separate bar and lounge areas which cater for different clientele. Primarily a pub for locals but all are welcome. F Q O L (not Tue) E (not Tue or Sun) W Tt (1,5,10) GS Cygnet Inn

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Price Street, YO23 1BH 2-12 Mon-Wed; 11-12 Thu; 12-1am Fri & Sat; 12-12 Sun (01904) 623359 Copper Dragon Golden Pippin; John Smith’s Cask A traditional, community establishment with three sections off a large central bar area. The decor is characteristic of Tetley’s livery from the early/mid 1980s. The customers are primarily local regulars but the pub is friendly and welcoming to others. O t (7,11) GP S

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Dean Court Hotel

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Duncombe Place, YO1 7ED 11-11 Mon-Sun (01904) 625082 Guest Beer Comfortable bar in awardwinning 4 star hotel: expect to pay a bit more than regular pub prices. Located in a prime tourist spot opposite York Minster. The guest beer is often from York Brewery. ALE T t P Edinburgh Arms

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LocAle 25 Fishergate, YO10 4AE 11-11 Mon-Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 623085 John Smith’s Cask; Guest Beers (2) This warm and friendly, local pub is one for the sports enthusiast with matches shown on TV, pool tables and darts board. Good spot for real ale drinkers who want to combine their beer and sporting interests. O AE (not Sun) t (4,7) PS Exhibition Hotel

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LocAle 19 Bootham, YO30 7BW 11-11 Mon-Thu; 10-12.30am Fri & Sat; 12-10.30 Sun

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(01904) 641105 Black Sheep Best Bitter; John Smith’s Cask; Taylor Landlord; York Guzzler; Guest Beer Large, Victorian-style pub adorned with many pictures of various subjects, in a bustling central location, close to Bootham Bar. A varied choice of ale in a warm, comfortable setting. Good food can be eaten in the conservatory or large beer garden. F O A L Et (1,5,6) P S Five Lions

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Walmgate, YO1 9TJ 12-12 Sun-Fri; 11-12 Sat (01904) 625124 John Smith’s Cask Pleasant interior with some wood panelling and the odd nautical decoration, offset with bright carpets. This is one for the locals. There is weekly live entertainment with TVs and a large screen projector for sports fans. There is also a small outdoor area which is pleasant in good weather. The single real ale is well kept. OAtPS Gillygate

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48 Gillygate, YO31 7EQ 11-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 654103 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Guest Beer Spacious pub with three pleasant, comfortable rooms, just outside the city walls and near the Minster, which appeals to locals and tourists alike. The pub also benefits from a patio garden with seating area. F O A L Et (1,5 & 6) P S


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2 Cromwell Road, YO1 6DU 5-11 Mon-Wed; 5-11.30 Thu; 4.30-11.30 Fri; 12-11.30 Sat; 12-11 Sun; summer: as above, but open from 4pm (01904) 652211 www.goldenball-york.co.uk Caledonian Deuchars IPA; Everards Tiger; Greene King Ruddles Best; John Smith’s Cask; Wells & Young’s Bombardier; Guest Beer Traditional and welcoming Victorian street-corner local with glazed brick façade. The entrance corridor leads to four very different rooms – large main bar with TV, snug, bar billiards room with TV and comfortable lounge which overlooks the attractive beer garden. The decor is very much in keeping with the pub’s traditional feel. Highly Recommended QO WTtGS Golden Fleece

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16 Pavement, YO1 9UP 11-11 Mon-Tue, Thu-Sat; 11-12 Wed; 11-10.30 Sun (01904) 625171 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Taylor Landlord; York Constantine, Yorkshire Terrier, Centurion’s Ghost Ale

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One of the oldest inns in York, made more famous by the Most Haunted TV programme.

It retains an olde worlde feel: the walls display a myriad of interesting historical information, photographs and tales about the city. There is a small area at the front with a larger bar and beer garden to the rear. Wednesday night is acoustic night in the back bar. Highly Recommended O A L Et S Golden Lion

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LocAle 9 Church Street, YO1 8BG 12-11 Mon-Wed; 12-12 Thu-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 620942 John Smith’s Cask; Theakston Old Peculier; Guest Beers (7) A spacious, single-roomed, city centre pub with stained,

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wooden floors, an impressive wooden bar and pictures of old York on the walls. Major sporting events are shown on TV. Its popularity with residents and tourists alike makes for a good atmosphere. Range often includes beers from Wentworth Brewery. LE t G Golden Slipper

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20 Goodramgate, YO1 7LG 11-11:30 Mon-Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 651235 Caledonian Deuchars IPA; Greene King Old Speckled Hen; John Smith’s Cask; Wells & Young’s Bombardier; Guest Beer An unspoilt, historic pub built in the 15th or 16th century with the Victorian brick façade added in the 19th. There are four seating areas including a snug and the library. A coffin drop was located in the snug to allow bodies to be passed outside via the side passage before buildings were added next door. In 1984, workmen found a medieval leather slipper which has been put on display, hence the pub’s name. O ALt GS

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Guy Fawkes Inn

LocAle 25 High Petergate, YO1 7HP 10-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 623716 www.guy-fawkes-hotel.co.uk Black Sheep Best Bitter; Great Heck Dark Force Treason Stout; Guest Beers (5) Reputed to be the birthplace of Guy Fawkes, this real ale haven with dark wood furniture and gas lighting is an experience in itself. Beers from Yorkshire breweries are a permanent feature, which includes its aptly named house ale from Great Heck. Excellent homecooked food. Highly Recommended FQOALE (not Sun) Tt(1,5,6) S Habit

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40 Goodramgate, YO1 7LF 9am-11 Sun-Tue; 9am-12 Wed; 9am-2am Fri & Sat (01904) 611072 Guest Beer Compact bar on two floors; the roof terrace gives a unique view of the Minster. Good live music at weekends. The single real ale comes from Yorkshire micro-breweries. Q O L EWtS


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13-17 New Street, YO1 8RA 10-11 Mon-Thu; 10-12 Fri; 10-1am Sat; 10-10.30 Sun (01904) 655868 www.hahaonline.co.uk Guest Beer A spacious, modern, busy, open plan bar with large glass doors as a frontage in a popular café area. There is an extensive menu served all day until 10pm. Artwork adorns the walls and there are large plants spread around the bar which is furnished with comfy sofas in addition to chairs and tables. LE WT t Hansom Cab

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23 Market Street, YO1 8SL 11-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 636962 Samuel Smith OBB A typical, traditional Sam Smith’s pub in the pedestrianised city centre. The former Burns Hotel was substantially rebuilt in the 1960s in the style of the cabs invented by Joseph Aloysius Hansom. Victorian-style panelling, glass (including skylight feature) and lighting give the pub character. Clientele consists of a mixture

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1 St.Helen’s Square, YO1 8QN 12-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 672795 John Smith’s Cask; Rooster’s Yankee; Taylor Landlord; Guest Beers (3) Set in a fantastic early 18th century building, this popular bar has a grand Roman/ Georgian feel with a high ceiling, tiered seating area and plenty of tall window seats. Good quality ales and a range of Belgian beers are on offer. Q O L EW Tt S Hole in the Wall

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10 High Petergate, YO1 7EH 11-11 Mon-Wed; 11-11.30 Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat; 11.30-11 Sun (01904) 634468 Beers from the Marston’s range (5) Built during the 18th century, this was originally known as the Board Inn and was extensively renovated in the 1980s, when the name was changed; however, it still retains some original features. In 1816, a tunnel was discovered that led to a dungeon and, like many

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York pubs, this one is said to be haunted. There is an interesting history board in the bar on the right hand side. LE T t (1,5,6) Hotel Du Vin

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89 The Mount, YO24 1AX 11-11 Mon-Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat; 11-11 Sun (01904) 557350 York Yorkshire Terrier This pleasant, comfortable hotel bar is situated just beyond the reception area. The presence of cask ale here is a welcome surprise and there is also a huge selection of wines and spirits. O ALE W Tt (4,12,13) PS Judges Lodgings

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LocAle 9 Lendal, YO1 8AQ 12-late (closing time varies) Mon-Sun (01904) 638733 Great Heck Final Judgement; Guest Beers (5) Situated in the original cellars of the Assize Court Judge’s Lodgings, which explains its various nooks and crannies. Great pub for the summer with a large outside drinking area. Up to eight quality real ales

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available, with the emphasis on local breweries and a varied food menu. Highly Recommended O A L ETt S Ko Ko

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31 Goodramgate, YO1 7LS 10.30-11 Mon-Wed; 5-11 Thu; 10.30-12 Fri; 11.30-12.30am Sat; 7-11 Sun (01904) 628344 Guest Beers (2) Small bar with Minster views specialising in quality drinks. These is usually one dark and one pale cask beer, normally from Yorkshire breweries. The walls are a mix of exposed brick and dark red painted plaster which, combined with relaxing background music, creates a classy drinking environment. Highly Recommended FtS Last Drop Inn

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LocAle 27 Colliergate, YO1 8BN 11-11 Mon-Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 621951 York Guzzler, Yorkshire Terrier, Constantine, Centurion’s Ghost Ale, Seasonal Beer; Guest Beer


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The first York Brewery pub which opened in 2000 following the conversion of a solicitors’ office. With a predominantly wooden interior, it resembles some of the older pubs in the city. Constantine or Guzzler are sometimes replaced by another guest beer. Popular with shoppers and tourists as it is right in the city centre. Highly Recommended QO Ltc Lendal Cellars

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26 Lendal, YO1 2AA 10-12 Sun-Thu; 10-1am Fri & Sat (01904) 623121 Greene King IPA, Abbot Ale, Guest Beers (2) City centre pub in an interesting underground location in a converted cellar. A Greene King tied house with guests from other breweries and traditional pub food. There are two bars with large, long tables allowing a sociable atmosphere. A busy pub, appealing to all from students to families. OLE TtcS Longboat 28-40 Blossom Street, Y024 1AJ 11-12 Mon-Sun

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(0871) 527 9194 www.premierinn.com Black Sheep Best Bitter Large, town-centre bar, part of the Table Table chain, with a restaurant area built into the layout. Modern and stylish interior with comfortable seating areas. Accommodation is available in the adjoining Premier Inn. A L EW Tt P Lowther

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8 Cumberland Street, Y01 9SW 11-2am Sun-Thu; 11-4am Fri & Sat (01904) 622987 www.thelowtherpub.com John Smith’s Cask Overlooking the river on King’s Staith. A large, wood-panelled and tiled/wooden-floored pub with stained glass. Its spacious interior is broken up into several separate areas with comfortable banquette and sofa seating. Outside area on the riverside for food and drink. O L Et Maltings

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LocAle Tanners Moat, YO1 1HU 11-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 655387

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www.maltings.co.uk Black Sheep Best Bitter; Rooster’s (1); York Guzzler; Guest Beers (4) Called the Lendal Bridge Inn until 1992, this must-visit, quirky pub has an interesting interior with a wide range of antique signs and authentic features. A fabulous, well-kept range of real ale and cider makes for a very popular pub. One of York’s best pubs for real ale and cider lovers. Good value food. Highly Recommended F QLT t c Masons Arms R

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6 Fishergate, YO10 4AB 11-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 646046 Guest Beers (4) Smart, friendly pub, well known both locally and with tourists for its substantial, quality meals. There are a few tables outside facing a main road and a pleasant rear terrace overlooking the River Foss basin and lock. The beers are normally from regional breweries. O ALE t (4 & 7) PS Meltons Too

(01904) 629222 Guest Beers (3) A modern, bistro-style restaurant with a downstairs bar where drinkers are very welcome. The guest beers come from a range of local, small breweries, usually Great Heck, York, Daleside or Ossett. The varied menu features local produce and special tapas deals until 8pm. Children welcome. Highly Recommended L EW t

24 Marygate, YO30 7BH 2-11 Mon-Thu; 11-11 Fri & Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 624499 Jennings Snecklifter; Marston’s Burton Bitter; Guest Beers (3) A traditional, multi-roomed local built in 1903 and little altered since. Families are welcome, dogs especially so. The friendly locals make this their very own living room. The beer choice makes the best possible use of the Marston’s range. A place for lively conversation or for sitting quietly, whatever takes your fancy. What pubs used to be like in the days before pubcos. Highly Recommended F Q O Tt GS


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2 Drake Street, YO24 1EQ 4-11 Mon-Sun (01904) 659244 John Smith’s Cask A lively local overlooking the city walls. Pub games are available from the bar. It was built in the second half of the 19th century with the Old in its name to distinguish it from other inns called Ebor. F OT t (7,11) GS Old White Swan

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Parish

2 Micklegate, YO1 6JG 12-11.30 Sun-Fri; 12-1am Sat (01904) 643424 John Smith’s Cask A modern conversion with a mezzanine overlooking a very large bar area, frequented by a youngish clientele. Formerly St John’s Church (11th century) it was closed to worshippers in 1934 and converted to an arts centre in the 1970s. Most of the ancient stonework has been preserved, including a tomb belonging to a longdeceased knight called Sir Richard Yorke. L EW Tt S Phoenix R

LocAle 80 Goodramgate, YO1 3LF 10-12 Mon-Thu; 10-1am Fri & Sat; 10-12 Sun (01904) 540911 Greene King IPA; John Smith’s Cask; York Yorkshire Terrier; Guest Beers (5) Busy pub in the city centre; some nice features remain within the 16th century building. Three separate areas – the Blue Room, Gallery Bar and main bar – are arranged around an open courtyard. There is free live music two evenings a week. Good value food: look out for food and ale special events during the year. Highly Recommended OLE WtS

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75 George Street, YO1 9PT 6-11 Mon-Thu; 5-11 Fri; 12.30-11 Sat; 12.30-11 Sun (01904) 656401 Copper Dragon Golden Pippin; Taylor Landlord; Wold Top Bitter; Guest Beer An intimate, traditional pub, which was very tastefully refurbished in 2009. There is a cosy front bar with real fire, a corridor with serving hatch and bench seating and a spacious rear bar, which hosts jazz nights. There is also a pleasant beer garden overlooked by

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the Bar Walls. Bar snacks available. Beer range may vary. Highly Recommended F QOt (4,7,24) S 48 D4

PivnĂ?

Variety of bottled ales, Wi-Fi and a soul DJ on the last Friday of the month. Tables outside next to river with table service. The upstairs room is available for functions. The real ale is served using a font, not a traditional hand pump. O L Et S Postern Gate

Patrick Pool, YO1 8BB (adjacent to Newgate Market) 11-11.30 Mon-Thu; 11-11.45 Fri & Sat; 12-11.30 Sun (01904) 526220 Guest Beers (4) Formerly Pivo, this small, beeroriented bar changed its name following a refurbishment in 2010. A further handpump has been added (along with space to store extra casks) to ensure a continuous supply of real ale. The cask range, usually including Thornbridge beers, is supplemented by both draught and bottled foreign beers, including three draught beers from Czech brewery Bernard. Highly Recommended tc 49 D3

Plonkers

5 Cumberland Street, YO1 9SW 10am-1am Sun-Thu; 10am-2am Fri & Sat (01904) 655307 www.plonkerswinebar.com Caledonian Deuchars IPA Smart wine bar, popular with tourists and theatre goers.

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LocAle 90 Piccadilly, YO1 9NX 8am-12am Sun-Thu; 8am-1am Fri & Sat (01904) 526220 www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk Greene King Ruddles Best, Abbot Ale; Guest Beers (4) Part of the Wetherspoons chain, this spacious, modern pub, situated opposite Fishergate Bar, keeps up the company’s tradition of serving a wide range of good value beers, wines, spirits and food. The outside area, which overlooks the River Foss, provides a pleasant place for customers to spill out onto in summer. O L EW t (4,7) c S Priory

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103 Micklegate, YO1 6LB 11-11 Sun-Thu; 11-1am Fri; 11-2am Sat (01904) 653231 Greene King IPA; Taylor Landlord; Guest Beer Large, open plan pub near Micklegate Bar, furnished with comfy sofas and chairs. Food is served all day until 9pm. It can be very busy on Friday and Saturday nights. One of the few pubs on the Micklegate Run serving real ale. L EW Tt S


CAMRA York Punch Bowl

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LocAle 5-9 Blossom Street, YO24 1AU 7am-12am Sun-Thu; 7am-1am Fri & Sat (01904) 666740 Greene King Ruddles Best, Abbot Ale; Guest Beers (6) Pleasant Wetherspoons pub just outside the city walls next to Micklegate Bar. Formerly a butcher’s shop and a pharmacy – see the shop-like front windows – it has been a pub for quite a few years. Very popular at lunchtimes and early evening for meals and quality beers. Look out for seasonal beer festivals. There is parking nearby. Highly Recommended OLE WT tcS Punch Bowl

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LocAle 7 Stonegate, YO1 8AN 10-11 Sun-Thu; 10-12 Fri & Sat (01904) 655147 John Smith’s Cask; Wadworth 6X; Guest Beers (2) One of the oldest pubs in York, located on one of its busiest shopping streets, it is popular with tourists and locals alike. There are three distinct areas all served by a central bar; an airy front section, drinking corridor and cosy rear area with wooden beams and fireplace. Highly Recommended FLETt Red Lion

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2 Merchantgate, YO1 9TU 12-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 640418 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Caledonian Deuchars IPA; John Smith’s Cask An attractive, historic pub which, although partly opened up, still has several different drinking areas served from a central bar. It is possible to work out the original layout of the interior from the exposed wooden beams and fireplaces. There are plenty of tables provided outside in its large beer garden. F O L t (1,12 & 20) S

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Roman Bath

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St.Sampson’s Square, YO1 8RN 11-12 Mon-Sun (01904) 620455 John Smith’s Cask Single-room pub on the site of an old Roman bath. There’s a charge for entry to a museum under the pub where the remains of the bath can still be seen. The pub walls are decorated with modern Roman murals. Licensed eating area in adjoining St. Sampson’s Square. Live music most nights. OALE (summer until 19.00) tS Rook & Gaskill

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LocAle 12 Lawrence Street, YO10 3WP 12-11 Sun-Wed; 12-12 Thu-Sat (01904) 674067 Castle Rock Harvest Pale, Screech Owl; Guest Beers (10) Northern outpost of the Castle Rock brewery estate. The widest beer range in York is dispensed from 12 handpumps featuring both Castle Rock beers and a wide variety of guests including at least one mild, stout or porter. A further two handpumps are used for traditional ciders. Live music and regular beer festivals provide entertainment.

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13 Lawrence Street, YO10 3BP 12-12 Mon-Sun (01904) 636947 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Caledonian Deuchars IPA; Greene King IPA; John Smith’s Cask; Tetley’s Cask; Taylor Landlord; Guest Beer Old pub, a former Tetley Ale House which had its own brewery, just outside the city walls. The beer range may be reduced during university holidays. The pub has been opened out but still has separate areas surrounding a central bar; a room with a real fire is particularly popular with families. F O L Et (8,10) GP S Royal Oak R

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CAMRA York 18 Goodramgate, YO1 7LG 11-11 Mon-Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat; 12-10 Sun (01904) 628869 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Greene King IPA, Abbot Ale; Taylor Landlord; Guest Beer One of York’s oldest pubs, built circa 1591; this was a coaching house entwined with the building next door. Formerly the Blue Boar in 1772, it has also been known as the Blue Pig under landlord John Dickinson. Its mock Tudor frontage was added in the 1800s. It still retains a lot of original features, with a snug, lounge and public bar. OLE tS Sea Horse Hotel

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4 Fawcett Street, YO10 4AH 12-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 624574 Samuel Smith OBB A friendly Samuel Smith’s pub close to the Bar Walls. At the front there’s a wood-panelled public bar and a comfortable parlour room, in which families are welcome. To the rear, there’s a larger, cosy bar and a dining room. Each room offers a different atmosphere and contains interesting photos of yesteryear. Highly Recommended F QOALEWt (4,7,24) GP S Central York Pub Listings

Slip Inn

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LocAle Clementhorpe, YO23 1AN 5-11 Mon-Thu; 5-12 Fri; 12-12 Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 621793 Leeds Pale; Rudgate Ruby Mild; Wold Top Falling Stone; Guest Beer Reopened as an independent free house in 2010. A compact, local community pub with two rooms that were recently refurbished retaining a number of original features. It has an enclosed outdoor area to the rear and offers darts, dominoes and cribbage, as well as board games such as chess and Scrabble. Popular with visitors staying at the nearby caravan site. Highly Recommended Q O Tt (11,7) GS Slug & Lettuce

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22-26 Back Swinegate, YO1 2AY 10-11 Sun-Thu; 10-2am Fri & Sat (01904) 679900 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Wells & Young’s Bombardier (weekends) Part of a chain popular with the young, this is a modern bar in the centre of York close to Stonegate. Single, L-shaped

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room offering a variety of seating areas with stools, chairs, high and low tables and sofas. O LE t WS Slug & Lettuce

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1-1A, Low Ousegate, YO1 9QU 10-12 Mon-Thu; 10-2am Fri & Sat; 10-11 Sun (01904) 679900 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Wells & Young’s Bombardier; York Guzzler Modern, comfortable bar with river views, it is popular with tourists and locals. An extensive food menu, which caters for all tastes and includes breakfast, is served from 10-10. Children are welcome up until 10pm Sunday to Thursday, 6pm Friday and Saturday. A menu for under eights is available. LE W T t Snickleway

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York in 1644 it was used as the Royalist magazine. Reputed to be the most haunted pub in York, especially in the cellar where a malevolent spirit causes havoc at times. F O L t GS Spread Eagle

98 Walmgate, YO1 9TL 2-12 Mon-Thu; 12-12 Fri-Sun (01904) 635868 Marston’s Pedigree; Guest Beers from the Marston’s range (1-2) A partially opened up, three-roomed pub situated within the city walls close to Walmgate Bar. The back room has a pool table and darts board. Patio garden and smoking area to the rear. O t (8,10) GS Stereo

LocAle 47 Goodramgate, YO1 7LS 12-11 Sun-Thu; 12-12 Fri & Sat (01904) 656138 Black Sheep Best Bitter; John Smith’s Cask; Guest Beers (2) A very old, historic pub, this has had many names since it was known as the House of Tudor. During the siege of 42

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54 Gillygate, YO31 7EQ 5-12.30 Mon-Wed; 5-2am Thu-Sat; 5-11.30 Sun www.stereoyork.co.uk Wychwood Hobgoblin; Guest Beer Recently re-named Stereo, this large, two room, city centre bar, with events on in the back one, has gained a strong reputation as a music venue since 2003, hosting both bands and DJ nights. O Tt P S


CAMRA York Stonegate Yard Bar & Brasserie 66 D5 8-10 Little Stonegate, YO1 8AX 11-11 Mon-Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat; 12-10:30 Sun (01904) 625870 www.stonegateyard.co.uk Black Sheep Best Bitter; Guest Beer Located in a Georgian townhouse in a historic area of the city just off Stonegate. This popular and interesting Bar & Brasserie caters for various clientele of all ages. See food menus for specials: the food portions are generous. The venue is spread over two floors and outside into the yard itself, which can be fully covered and heated when required. OLE tW Swan R

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of a drinking corridor which has the main access to the bar. Drinks can also be purchased via hatchways from the basic public bar and smarter lounge, which has a real fire in winter. Guest beers usually include Yorkshire micros and there are two real ciders/perries. A covered smoking area leads to an attractive patio garden. Highly Recommended F O Tt Gc S Tam O’ Shanter

37 Lawrence Street, YO10 3BP 12-12 Sun-Thu; 12-1am Fri-Sat (01904) 656731 John Smith’s Cask Classic Victorian decor. An easy-going pub during the week with quiz night on Wednesday and a pool table at the back of the bar. Things go up a gear at weekends with Saturday and Sunday entertainment (karaoke or band) and satellite football. F W t (8,10) S Tap & Spile

LocAle 16 Bishopgate Street, YO23 1JH 4-11 Mon-Wed; 4-11.30 Thu; 4-12 Fri; 12-12 Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 634968 Copper Dragon Golden Pippin; Tetley’s Cask; Taylor Landlord; Guest Beers (3) Unspoilt pub listed on CAMRA’s National Inventory and Grade II listed. Branch Pub of the Year for 2009. Unusual for York, a typical West Riding layout of two rooms either side Central York Pub Listings

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LocAle 22 Monkgate, YO31 7PB 4-11 Mon; 12-11 Sun,Tue & Wed; 12-12 Thu-Sat (01904) 656158 www.tapandspileyork.co.uk Rooster’s Yankee; Guest Beers (4) Imposing, Flemish-style pub dating from 1897, it was formerly the Black Horse. Spacious split-level interior, with separate lounge area featuring bookshelves and elegant fireplace. Frequent food, drink and music events – Sausage and Cider Festival (Easter), Pork Pie Festival

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light and airy, with a pleasant outdoor area and free Wi-Fi. There’s usually a light and a dark ale; York Brewery bottled beers are available on the top bar. O L EW Tt S Thomas’s

(Sept) and Party in the Car Park (summer barbecue). Hosted successful York CAMRA Beer Festival in 2008. Highly Recommended O LWt (12 & 13) cPS Terrace

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5 Fossgate, YO1 9TA 11-11 Mon-Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 674824 Black Sheep Best Bitter; John Smith’s Cask Bright, airy, modern bar with large windows and TV screens all around showing sports. Patio doors lead outside to a mainly covered drinking area. Food is served until 7 pm. Bands every Friday evening. OEtS Theatre Royal

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St.Leonard’s Place, YO1 7HD 11.30-7 Mon-Sat (closed Sun); summer 12-11 Mon-Sat (closed Sun) (01904) 623568 www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk York Guzzler (sold as Grey Lady); Guest Beer York Theatre Royal is famous for theatrical productions, comedy nights, exhibitions and the panto. Oh yes it is! The café bar on the ground floor, where you’ll find the real ale, is 44

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3 Museum Street, Y01 7DT 11-2.30am Mon-Sun (01904) 676002 Black Sheep Best Bitter Once a hotel, this is now a wood-panelled, four area pub with an upstairs restaurant. Occasional bands with various music styles Wednesday, open mic Friday and Saturday. F L ETt Three Cranes

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11 St. Sampson’s Square, YO1 8RN 11-11.30 Mon-Thu; 11-1am Fri & Sat; 12-12 Sun (01904) 653367 www.threecranes.co.uk John Smith’s Cask; Tetley’s Cask; Guest Beer A true locals pub in the heart of the city centre, which always seems busy whatever the time of day. A traditional pub with a warm welcome and friendly atmosphere, it attracts a whole range of people and characters, from tourists to local traders and business people. tG Three-Legged Mare

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LocAle 16 High Petergate, YO1 7EN 11-12 Mon-Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 638246


CAMRA York

York Guzzler, Constantine, Yorkshire Terrier, Wonkey Donkey, Centurion’s Ghost Ale; Guest Beers (4) The second of three York Brewery pubs, opened in 2001, situated in a picturesque location just yards from the Minster. Named after a triangular-shaped gallows for hanging three people simultaneously. The long bar leads to a pleasant conservatory and a small beer garden complete with threelegged mare! Highly Recommended OLE Tt (1,5,6) S Three Tuns

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12 Coppergate, YO1 9NR 11-11 Mon-Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 623120 Guest Beers from the Marston’s range (7) One of the city’s oldest pubs

Central York Pub Listings

with plenty of architectural character. Wheelchairs were not invented when the uneven steps and floors were laid down, while many visitors have to duck to clear the low beams! The landlord makes full use of Marston’s beer range to offer an interesting and varied choice of beers to his customers. Highly Recommended Q L Et G Trafalgar Bay Inn

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7 Nunnery Lane, YO23 1AB 10-4 & 6-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 653336 Samuel Smith OBB A real delight of a pub retaining many original Victorian features. Clean and well decorated with four rooms in all, one of which is devoted to traditional pub games, and a good-sized beer garden. Beer prices extremely good value. F Q O L Tt (11) GS Varsity

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6-12 Lendal, YO1 8AA 5-11 Mon-Thu; 1pm-12 Fri; 1pm-12.15 Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 541284 www.varsitybars.co.uk/york Wells & Young’s Bombardier; Guest Beer During the day this bar focuses mostly on food – discounts can be had with in-house VCard. In the evenings it transforms into a popular venue for younger clientele with current chart hits and videos coupled with classic tunes from the past. Split over two floors, complete with a beer garden. Free Wi-Fi. O L EW Tt S

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Victoria Hotel

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LocAle 1 Heslington Road, YO10 5AR 12-11 Mon-Sun (01904) 622295 www.oldmillbrewery.co.uk/ victoria-hotel-i9.html Old Mill Mild Bitter, Bullion; Guest Beer from Old Mill range A pub that appeals to all, including families, students and locals. Within easy reach of the city walls, it is York’s only regular outlet for Old Mill beers brewed at Snaith near Selby. Traditional look and feel with a warm welcome and an eclectic mix of wall decorations. Good quality accommodation. Highly Recommended O ALE t (4) GPS Victoria Vaults

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47-49 Nunnery Lane, YO23 1AB 5-11 Mon-Thu; 1-12 Fri; 1-12.15 Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 654307 www.victoriavaultsuk.co.uk Jennings Cocker Hoop; John Smith’s Cask Low key, local pub with wellkept real ales. Clean, vintage interior with two good sized rooms and friendly staff. Music/ karaoke events most nights. Covered outdoor area for smokers. O ATt (7 & 11) GS 46

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Waggon & Horses

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LocAle 19 Lawrence Street, YO10 3BP 4-12 Mon-Thu; 12-12 Fri-Sun (01904) 637478 www.waggonandhorsesyork.co.uk Batemans XB plus 3 others; Guest Beers (4) Smartly refurbished, multiroomed Batemans pub which also sells a wide variety of guest beers; their LocAle is often from Rooster’s. There is a TV in one back room, while another is woodpanelled with an open fire. The pub has a pleasant beer garden and the comfortable en-suite rooms make it an ideal place to stay. Occasional beer festivals. Highly Recommended F O A Et (8,10) c S White Horse

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6 Bootham, YO30 7BL 12-11 Mon-Thu; 12-12.30am Fri; 11-12.30am Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 628700 Thwaites Lancaster Bomber, Wainwright, Seasonal Beer A comfortable, narrow pub with one long bar running through the middle. Popular with sports fans owing to the large screen and other TVs. A separate pool room with TV


CAMRA York Yates

and gaming machines. One of only three tied houses in York for Blackburn brewer, Thwaites. At (1,5,6) G Windmill

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14-16 Blossom Street, YO24 1AJ 3-12 Mon-Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat; 11-11 Sun (01904) 624834 Guest Beers (2) A bustling pub, adjacent to Micklegate Bar on the busy corner of Blossom Street and Queen Street, very popular with sports fans as large screen TVs feature the latest games. Also popular with racegoers. OL (Sat & Sun) EWTtP S Woolpack

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6 Fawcett Street, YO10 4AH 10.30-11.30 Mon-Sat; 10.30-11 Sun (01904) 653188 John Smith’s Cask Situated on a corner, this small but friendly local lies just outside the bar walls on the university side of town. Despite its size, you will find not only a darts board but also a pool table. A cosy seating area surrounds the bar. At (4,7) G

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Church Lane, Lower Ousegate, YO1 9QT 10-12 Mon-Tue; 10-1am Wed; 10-2am Thu, Fri & Sun; 10-3am Sat (01904) 613569 www.weareyates.co.uk Wells & Young’s Bombardier; Guest Beers (2) More disco than pub, you can dance away to the early hours in a very popular venue for the younger drinker. Large, open bar with separate dance floor area. As you would expect with this centrally located venue it can very busy on Friday & Saturday nights. O L ETt W S Ye Olde Starre R

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40 Stonegate, YO1 8AS 11-11.30 Sun-Wed; 11-1am Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat (01904) 623063 John Smith’s Cask; Theakston Old Peculier; Guest Beers (6) Arguably the oldest inn in York, this very famous pub is popular with both tourists and residents. It comprises a large main bar, three separate rooms and no fewer than three outdoor beer terraces – a veritable oasis down an alley behind a busy shopping street. Look out for the gallows sign which spans Stonegate. Thursday is open mic night and there are occasional Sunday afternoon acoustic sessions. Highly Recommended O L ETt S

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26 High Petergate, YO1 7EH 11-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 624508 Samuel Smith OBB A nice, tidy pub next to the Minster with interesting original wood-panelling in the front snug. Converted in the 19th century into the York Arms Hotel, it is said to be haunted by an active poltergeist that shuts open doors and opens closed ones and also throws utensils around the kitchen! See the story board at back of pub. F O LTt Yorkshire Hussar

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15 North Street, YO1 6JD 12-11 Mon-Sun (01904) 656097 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Greene King Old Speckled Hen; Wells & Young’s Bombardier; Guest Beer This tastefully refurbished, Victorian pub has multiroomed drinking areas all accessed by a few stairs. Entertainment is in the large rear room, live music every Friday. Families can use the front room and the rear patio has an area provided for smokers. F O LE T tGS

Yorkshire Terrier

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LocAle 10 Stonegate, YO1 8AS 11-11 Mon-Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 676722 York Guzzler, Constantine, Yorkshire Terrier, Centurion’s Ghost Ale, Seasonal Beer; Guest Beers (4) An ancient building converted into a pub in 2004 and York Brewery’s third tied house, it is amazing how much they have got into such a small space – the result is a delight. Don’t miss the gift shop at the front. Quiz night on Thursday and live music on Sunday. Highly Recommended Q L W Tt G

Try Also House of the Trembling Madness 89 D5 48 Stonegate, YO1 8AS No draught real ales but a selection of bottle conditioned beer and draught real cider. Beautifully converted 12th century medieval hall above a specialist beer shop.

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CAMRA York

Outer York

The location of each of the pub entries in the following section can be found on the Outer York Map inside the back cover.

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Acaster Malbis 90 C1

Ship Inn

Real ale has recently been re-introduced and if it proves popular there may be additional beers. Owt (4,5 & 20) PS Ainsty

Moor End, YO23 2UH 12-12 Mon-Sun (01904) 703888 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Shepherd Neame Spitfire, Taylor Landlord A picturesque, riverside inn with landing stage and large garden containing a small children’s play area. Popular for food, served in the bar or separate restaurant. There is a camp site nearby. Although much altered and extended, a flagstone floor and fireplace remain in what was probably the original public bar. Highly Recommended FOALE (Sat & Sun) Wt (21) PS

Acomb 91 C4

Acomb

Green Lane, YO24 3DA 11-11 Mon-Sun (01904) 791151 John Smith’s Cask A large, open plan, freehold pub with a separate function room. Popular with sports fans and teams; numerous TVs, free pool tables and dartboards.

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Boroughbridge Road, YO26 5SQ 12-11 Sun-Thu; 12-12 Fri & Sat (01904) 798147 Adnams Bitter; Guest Beer A roadhouse-style pub, built by York brewer J J Hunt in 1930 to serve the proposed ring road, which never materialised. It has now been opened up, although some areas still retain elements of the former individual rooms, creating a measure of privacy for drinkers. OALEt (10,24 & 26) GPS Beagle

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169 Foxwood Lane, YO24 3PG 11-11 Mon-Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 799701 John Smith’s Cask Converted from a smallholding bungalow and opened in December 1977, this pub has a bar and a large lounge with a conservatory recently added. There are attractive gardens with a children’s play area, karaoke on Friday evening and Sunday lunch time and live entertainment on Saturday evening. Popular with locals and for family functions. OL (Sun) t (4) GPS Britannia 3 The Green, YO26 5LL 2-12 Mon-Fri; 12-12 Sat; 12-11.30 Sun (07977) 499044

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CAMRA York Thwaites Original, Seasonal Beer A Thwaites’ community local, at the top of the hill near Acomb Green, with a lively, warm atmosphere. Family-friendly, there’s a large garden with swings and slide at the rear overlooking the church. Darts, pool, dominoes and bar skittles available. Feature nights include poker, quiz, pool and darts knockout. Ot (1,4) GS Carlton Tavern

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140 Acomb Road, YO24 4HA 11-11 Sun-Wed; 11-12 Thu-Sat (01904) 781181 Marston’s Pedigree Converted in 1993 from a former hotel, this pub has a large, attractive, enclosed garden. The outdoor terraced area adjacent to the conservatory is reserved for meals; there is also a children’s play area. Emphasis is on family food at modest prices served daily 12.00- 8.45pm with a carvery on Sunday. Limited accommodation is in the lodge at the rear. OALEWt (1) PS King William

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Barkston Avenue, YO26 5DH 12-11 Sun-Tue; 12-12 Wed-Sat (01904) 792214 John Smith’s Cask A typical housing estate pub with a single bar and a very large central room with an elevated games area. The pub has several teams including ladies’ darts. There is a popular fishing club whose notice board displays some of the most interesting catches. Ot (1,4) GPS Outer York Pub Listings

Pack of Cards

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Lindsey Avenue, YO26 4RL 12-11 Sun-Wed; 12-12 Thu-Sat (01904) 792173 Guest Beer from Copper Dragon Two-roomed estate pub serving the local community. The spacious lounge is also used as a function room. The pool and darts teams based here are successful in the local area. Ot (26 not eves) GPS Quaker Wood

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Acomb Wood Drive, YO24 3XN 11-11 Mon-Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 782625 Tetley’s Cask; Occasional Guest Beers A large, detached building taking its name from the adjacent Quaker Wood. Popular with residents of the Acomb Park Estate and the wider Foxwood area. Internally, the large L-shaped single room is separated into a number of split level areas, all with TV screens. Good range of food with especially good value on the 2 for 1 meals. OLEWt (20 & 26) PS Sun Inn

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35 The Green, YO26 5LL 11-12 Mon-Sun (01904) 798500 AB-InBev Flowers IPA; Guest Beers (2) A traditional, friendly local overlooking Acomb Green, it was originally known as the Grey Orville after the St. Leger winner of 1802. It has a comfortable lounge, a bar with dartboard and TVs for sport, a dining/drinking area, tables outside at the front and a covered rear courtyard. Weekly open mic and jam sessions. Highly Recommended OLWt (1,4) GPS

made bricks from the York Brickworks. The pleasant, wood-panelled interior incorporates traditional detail, a spacious bar and a large function room. The large garden adjoins a sizeable car park. On the north side of the A64, not accessible from the westbound carriageway. QOLE (not Sun or Mon) Wt (Coastliner) PS Rose & Crown

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Askham Bryan 100 A2

Nags Head

139 Main Street, YO23 3QS 5-11 Mon; 12-11 Tue-Sun (01904) 706953 Guest Beer(s) from the Punch list A large, country pub on the west side of the village. Divided into two areas with the lower part serving as a dining room. There’s a pleasant, spacious beer garden with plenty of tables and benches. FOLE (not Sun) t (Coastliner) GPS

Askham Richard Buckles Inn

101 A2

Tadcaster Road, YO2 3PW 12-2 & 7-11 Tue-Sat; 12-3 & 7-10.30 Sun; Closed Mon (01904) 706377 Samuel Smith OBB A popular, quiet, Georgian pub constructed with hand-

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Main Street, YO23 3PT 12-2.30 & 7-11 Mon & Wed-Fri; 12-3 & 7-11.30 Sat; 12-5 & 7-10.30 Sun; Closed Tue (01904) 707501 Samuel Smith OBB Multi-roomed, large pub in a picturesque setting overlooking the village pond. A carpeted lounge area with a real fire and a grandfather clock leads to a distinct dining area. Separate wooden-floored bar area with a pool table. FQOLt (87 Hutchinson) GPS

Bishopthorpe Ebor Inn

103 C2

46 Main Street, YO23 2RB 11-11.30 Mon-Sat; 11.30-11 Sun (01904) 706190 Samuel Smith OBB


CAMRA York Typical Sam’s village pub close to the Archbishop of York’s palace. It has been known as the Brown Cow, yet no-one knows the origins of this name. Full menu of food is served in its pleasant bar area. Ample parking leads to a large garden with a hop bedecked pergola and barbecue area. As with all Bishopthorpe pubs, popular on race days. OLE (not Sun) t (11 & 21) GPS Marcia

104 C2

29 Main Street, YO23 2RA 10-12 Mon-Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 706185 www.themarcia.co.uk Black Sheep Best Bitter; John Smith’s Cask; Wells & Young’s Bombardier Pleasant, two-roomed, village pub with large garden to the rear. Varied menu offering a good selection of food served in the nicely laid-out bar area or light and airy conservatory. Friendly staff serve well-kept beers. Known in former days as the Grey Mare, the Marcia is named after a Roman concubine and not a racehorse as might be expected. FOLEWt (11,21) GPS Woodman

105 C2

16 Main Street, YO23 2RB 12-12 Mon-Sat; 12-11.30 Sun (01904) 706507 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Taylor Landlord; Guest Beer Refurbished between the two wars, this spacious, foodoriented pub has a pleasant decked area attractively built around the front door. To the rear there is a large, child-friendly garden with plenty of seating. FOLEWt (11,21) PS Outer York Pub Listings

Clifton Bumper Castle

106 D5

LocAle Wigginton Road, YO32 2RJ 11-11 Mon-Wed; 12-11 Thu-Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 690078 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Tetley’s Cask; Guest Beers (2) Friendly and welcoming, clean and well-kept with good service and beer, it has a large bar area and a conservatory for diners. There is a big, enclosed garden with swings, slide and a Wendy house for the children and is ideal for family meals. OLE (not Mon) WGPS Burton Stone Inn

107 C4

34 Burton Stone Lane, YO30 6AW 12-11 Mon-Thu; 12-1am Fri & Sat; 12-12 Sun (01904) 655715 www.burtonstone.co.uk Black Sheep Best Bitter A Punch Taverns pub with a pleasant atmosphere and a town centre feel. It attracts locals and students for regular evening events such as quizzes, karaoke and pool. OLEWt (2) GPS Castle Howard Ox

108 D4

Townend Street, YO31 7QA 10-12 Mon-Thu; 10-1am Fri-Sat; 12-12 Sun (01904) 631527 John Smith’s Cask A community pub with darts, pool and domino teams. It has a lounge, bar and decked outside area, live entertainment weekly, TVs and

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pool table. The name comes from an ox called White Willy, owned by a syndicate who lived near Castle Howard, which was exhibited in York in 1833. Occasional guest beer. OL (Sun) t (1,5,6) PGS 109 C5

Dormouse

84 Shipton Road, YO30 5PA 11-11 Mon-Sat; 11-10.30 Sun (01904) 640682 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Leeds Best; Guest Beers (4) Modern pub set back from the A19 with a good range of beers. The building is in traditional style on the site of the former Clifton Hospital. Family-friendly inside and out with an extensive food menu including children’s options. A large outdoor drinking area overlooks a green with trees. Highly Recommended FOLEWt (2) P Old Grey Mare

110 C4

Clifton Green, YO30 6LH 11-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 654485 www.oldgreymare.com Black Sheep Best Bitter; Theakston Black Bull Overlooking Clifton Green, this is a building of two halves – a pub on one side and the Gate of India restaurant and 54

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takeaway on the other. There is a comfortable lounge with a bar off to the side containing pool table and TV. FOALEt (22) GPS York Sports Club

111 C5

Clifton Park, Shipton Road, YO30 5RE 7-11 Mon; 5.30-11 Tue-Fri; 12-11 Sat & Sun (01904) 623602 www.yorkrufc.co.uk Black Sheep Best Bitter; Greene King IPA Nice clubhouse that has opened its doors in the evenings and weekends to the public. Club has new facilities with larger function room opened April 2010 next door. Home to York RUFC, York Cricket Club, York Squash Club and York Tennis Club. OAEWt (2 & 22) PS

Copmanthorpe Fox & Hounds

112 B2

39 Top Lane, YO23 3UH 11-11 Mon-Sun (01904) 706395 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Greene King Old Speckled Hen; John Smith’s Cask Built in 1978 and refurbished in 2007: there’s a restaurant area and extensive main bar which has lounge seating and a pool table. The pub provides a well-equipped garden for older children with barbecue facilities. Sunday carvery. OLEWt (13, Coastliner) GPS Royal Oak

113 B2

1 Main Street, YO23 3ST 4-11.30 Mon; 12-11.30 Tue-Thu; 12-12.30am Fri & Sat; 12-11 Sun


CAMRA York (01904) 700400 Caledonian Deuchars IPA; John Smith’s Cask; Taylor Landlord Friendly village pub serving the local community. The original building is dated 1822 but it has been subsequently extended. It comprises two interconnecting bars, lounge area and garden with covered smoking facilities. Regular quiz night (Tuesday) and live bands feature monthly. Ot (13) GPS

Deighton White Swan

114 E1

Dringhouses Cross Keys

32 Tadcaster Road, YO24 1LQ 11-11 Sun-Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat (01904) 706335 John Smith’s Cask A large, usually lively, pub on a main road into the city. Popular with locals, students from the nearby college and race-goers before/after a day at the nearby racecourse. Good meal deals, TVs (inside and out) and pool table. Large outside area. Live music and karaoke at weekends. OLEWt (4,12,13) GPS Dick Turpin

York Road (A19), YO19 6HA 12-2.30 & 5.30-11 Mon-Fri; 12-11 Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 728287 Banks’s Bitter; Jennings Bitter; Marston’s Pedigree; Guest Beer from the Marston’s range An oasis on a busy highway, this roomy pub has a front bar opening up from the entrance, a separate dining area off to one side and a lounge/ dining room to the other. The comprehensive menu of good quality, good value food is a big draw. Highly Recommended QOLEt (Arriva 415) P

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116 C3

49 Moorcroft Road, YO24 2RQ 11-11 Mon-Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 707382 A beer from the Marston’s range A 1960s estate pub in the original Woodthorpe Garden Village, well-known for the long-running Sunday charity quizzes. The public bar has big-screen TV, pool table, dart board and juke box, while the large, comfortable lounge is popular for functions. Once owned by Cameron’s Brewery, it is now part of the Marston’s estate. t (12) GPS Fox & Roman

117 C3

58 Tadcaster Road, YO24 1LR 11-11 Mon-Sat; 11-10.30 Sun (01904) 708720 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Taylor Landlord; Guest Beers (4)

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There has been a pub on this site, opposite York racecourse’s stables, since 1822. Rebuilt in 1900 and tastefully refurbished and extended in 1997, it has retained many original features. Whilst open plan, it is divided into discrete areas. Family-friendly with an emphasis on food, real ale

and wine by the glass. Offers baby changing facilities and newspapers. Highly Recommended FQOLEWt (4,12,13) PS 118 C3

Turf Tavern

277 Thanet Road, YO24 2PE 1-11 Mon-Thu; 1-11.30 Fri-Sat; 1-10.30 Sun (01904) 703846 Tetley’s Cask A large, two-roomed estate pub in Dringhouses which first opened in March 1955. Formerly a Mr Q snooker pub, it is currently known for its popular Bank Holiday family fun days. The pub has retained its following over the years, despite having several sports clubs nearby and is popular for big screen sport. OWt (4) GPS

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Dunnington Cross Keys

119 G4

3 Common Road, YO19 5NG 12-3.30 & 5.30-11.30 Mon-Thu; 12-11.30 Fri-Sun (01904) 488847 Black Sheep Best Bitter; John Smith’s Cask; Tetley’s Cask A large, attractive village pub with comfortable seating and a distinct dining area off the main bar. It has teams in the local dominoes and darts leagues. Outdoor drinking areas to front and rear. FOLE (Mon-Fri) Wt (10) GPS Greyhound

120 F4

5 York Street, YO19 5PN 2.30-11 Mon-Thu; 2.3012.30am Fri; 12-12.30am Sat; 12-11.30 Sun (01904) 488018 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Caledonian Deuchars IPA; John Smith’s Cask Village centre pub catering for the local community. There is a pool table, big screen TV showing sports and a weekly quiz night. Outside there is a large, decked, heated area available for smokers. Far more spacious than it appears from outside. Wt (10) GS


CAMRA York Windmill

121 G4

Hull Road, YO19 5LP 11.30-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 481898 www.thewindmilldunnington.co.uk Black Sheep Best Bitter; John Smith’s Cask; Guest Beer This food-oriented pub lies two miles east of York on the main road to Hull. It has a huge beer garden with well spaced seating, bushes and palm trees in the centre and a children’s play area at the end. The interior, although large, has several distinct areas, so does not feel cavernous. FOALEWt (10) PS

Elvington Grey Horse Inn

122 H2

Black Sheep Best Bitter; John Smith’s Cask; Taylor Landlord; Guest Beer Situated opposite the village green, this white-fronted local has two rooms served from a central bar plus the Hay Loft function room upstairs. The lounge displays various memorabilia, including photos of the WWII bombers that used to fly from the nearby airfield. Quiz every Thursday night. Highly Recommended FOALE (not Mon) WGP

Fulford Bay Horse

105 Main Street, YO10 4PN 11-11 Mon-Sun (01904) 633384 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Wells & Young’s Courage Best A smart, central bar serves a family room, lounge, snug and conservatory. Large smoking areas to the front and rear. There is a senior citizens’ lunch special (Monday-Friday), free pool on Monday evening, a quiz on Thursday and Friday is steak night. FOALEWt (7,415) PS Fulford Arms

Main Street, YO41 4AG 5-11 Mon-Thu; 12-11 Fri-Sun; (01904) 608335

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124 D3

121 Fulford Road, YO10 4EX 12-11 Mon-Wed; 12-12 Thu-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 656188 John Smith’s Cask; Tetley’s Cask On A19 Fulford Road, near the police station and barracks. Large family area with pool room to side and beer garden at rear. Karaoke each Saturday, bands on Friday. OAt (7,24,26,42 & 415) PS 57


Lighthorseman R

125 D3

one large bar split into three interconnecting sections each with its own TV and one with a pool table. Very popular with local residents and students. The second beer is Copper Dragon Golden Pippin or Moorhouse’s Blond Witch. FOt (7,415) GS Pavillion Hotel

124 Fulford Road, YO10 4BE 4-11.30 Mon & Tue; 4-12 Wed & Thu; 12-12.30am Fri & Sat; 12-11.30 Sun (01904) 624818 Thwaites Original, Wainwright, Lancaster Bomber; Seasonal Beer This Grade II listed building was probably purpose-built as a pub/hotel in the 1870s and survives as a multi-roomed public house, despite some remodelling in the 1930s which removed partitioning from the main bar. It still retains the original Victorian bar with its renowned Lighthorseman lantern, large windows and high ceilings. French doors lead from the dining area at the rear into an attractive beer garden. One of three Thwaites’ tied houses in York. Highly Recommended OAL (Fri-Sun) E (not Mon)Wt (7,24,26,42 & 415) GPS 126 D4

Melbourne

6 Cemetery Road, YO10 5AH 4-11 Mon; 12-11 Tue-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 613860 John Smith’s Cask; Guest Beer Originally a beer house first mentioned in 1867, this Victorian corner pub comprises 58

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127 D3

45 Main Street, YO10 4PT 11-12 Mon-Sun (01904) 622099 www.yorkpavillionhotel.com Black Sheep Best Bitter Originally a 17th century farm house, now an elegant Grade II listed Georgian country house 3 star hotel. The gallery bar, which is light and airy with lantern roof light and French windows, opens onto beautiful gardens with seating. QOALEWt (7,415) P Plough

128 D3

48 Main Street, YO10 4PX 11.30-11.30 Mon-Thu; 11.3012.30am Fri & Sat; 11.30-11 Sun (01904) 615431 Black Sheep Best Bitter Smart pub with open plan bar, featuring home-made food. Pleasant beer garden at rear. Occasional live music, dogs welcome (when the pub is not serving food), Monday quiz with beer vouchers as the prize. FOLEWt (Veolia 24,26 Arriva 415,42) PS Saddle

129 D3

Main Street, YO10 4PJ 11.30-4 & 6.30-12 Mon-Thu; 11.30-12 Fri & Sat; 11.30-11 Sun (01904) 633317 Banks’s Bitter; Guest Beers from the Marston’s range


CAMRA York York Beer & Wine Shop 131 D3

Over 150 years old, it has a comfortable, L-shaped lounge and adjacent dining area where children are welcome. Meals are usually available midday (not Monday) and evening. Sports TV, darts and pool in the bar and an attractive garden with a pétanque terrain. OAL (not Mon) Et (7,415) GPS Wellington R

130 D3

28 Sandringham Street, YO10 4BA 6-10 Sun & Mon; 11-10 Tue-Fri; 10-10 Sat (01904) 647136 www.yorkbeerandwineshop.co.uk Taylor Landlord Just down a side street, a short walk out of town, this small, but perfectly formed, local shop offers a wide range of bottled beers and ciders. There is also a good selection of fine wines and rustic cheeses as well as a cask ale and real cider. A pioneering off-licence, it is celebrating its twenty-fifth anniversary in 2010. Highly Recommended t (4,7, Arriva 42,415) c

Haxby Cottage

47 Alma Terrace, YO10 4DL 7-11 Mon; 12-3 & 7-11 Tue-Sat; 12-3 & 7-10.30 Sun (01904) 645642 Samuel Smith OBB A friendly, popular, backstreet local bought by Sam Smith’s in 1887 and little altered since then giving a Victorian feel reflected in low priced beer. One of the three rooms in this drinkers’ pub is dedicated to pool. Monday night quiz is very popular. Highly Recommended FQOt (7,415) GS

Outer York Pub Listings

132 D7

115 The Village, YO32 2JH 11-11 Mon-Sun (01904) 763949 www.cottageinnhaxby.co.uk John Smith’s Cask; Tetley’s Cask; Guest Beer Roomy pub purpose-built in the 1980s using traditional materials to blend in with surrounding properties. The patio to the front acts as a beer garden with one corner for smokers. Traditional bar area with a quiet section off it, separate restaurant, function room and sports lounge, free Wi-Fi. Attracting both local and passing trade, it sits close to the boundary between Haxby and Wigginton. QOLEWt (1,20) GPS

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Haxby WMC

133 D7

64 North Lane, YO32 3JP 12-11 Mon-Sun (01904) 768300 John Smith’s Cask; Tetley’s Cask; Guest Beers (2) Just off the village centre this Working Men’s Club lives up to its reputation as a friendly place for members to meet, with real ales at reasonable prices. Very good social scene with live music, bingo and quiz, it also has many sporting societies including golf, fishing and racing. Welcomes CAMRA members on production of membership card. Basic bar food available all day. Highly Recommended OW (only ladies’ toilet) t (1,12,20) GPS

Heslington Charles XII

136 E3

134 D7

Red Lion

52 The Village, YO32 3HX 12-3 & 5.30-11 Tue-Thu; 11.3011.30 Fri & Sat; 11.30-11 Sun; closed Mon (01904) 750149 AB-InBev Draught Bass; Greene King IPA, Ruddles County; Taylor Landlord Mid-size, one room village pub with pleasant atmosphere, catering for both village and passing trade. Plenty of seating, no games, no television, nice decor with exposed brick walls and good food. QOLEWt (12, 1, 20) PS Tiger Inn

135 D7

29 The Village, YO32 3HS 11-11 Mon-Sat; 11-10.30 Sun (01904) 768355 Samuel Smith OBB

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Popular village pub in the typical Sam Smith’s style and, of course, the cheapest beer in the village. Well maintained, quiet pub nestled in the middle of Haxby’s shopping area, it catches both passing and village trade and provides a haven of rest for shoppers. QOL (not Mon) E (not Mon) Wt (1,12,20) GPS

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Main Street, YO10 5EA 12-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 426661 Greene King IPA, Old Speckled Hen; Shepherd Neame Spitfire A Mitchells & Butlers-owned pub close to York University and popular with students. Large, wood-panelled, openedout bar area inside with extensive outside drinking area to the rear. Quiz every Sunday from 9pm. OLEWt (4,6,44 & 55) PS Deramore Arms

137 E3

Main Street, YO10 5EA 11-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 413433 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Caledonian Deuchars IPA; Shepherd Neame Spitfire;


CAMRA York Shoulder of Mutton

Tetley’s Cask; Wells & Young’s Special, Courage Directors; Guest Beers Pleasant pub near York University. Two cosy, woodpanelled bar areas with more of an emphasis on food, plus two larger sections with wood and stone flagged floors; TV in three of these. OLE (not Sun) t (4,6,44 & 55) GcPS

139 D4

64 Heworth Green, YO31 7TQ 11-11 Mon-Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 424793 John Smith’s Cask A large Victorian pub on the main road, it has a single bar, a wood-panelled pool room and a large, outdoor smoking area. One of the largest beer gardens in York with a children’s play area at one end. Large screen TV, quiz and theme nights provide entertainment. OAL (not Sat) E (not Sun) t (9 & 13) GPS Walnut Tree

140 D4

Heworth Nag’s Head

138 D4

LocAle 56 Heworth Road, YO31 0AD 11-11.30 Tue-Sat; 11-11 Sun-Mon (01904) 422989 John Smith’s Cask; York Yorkshire Terrier A two-roomed local pub with a comfortable, split level lounge leading to a conservatory which doubles as a family room. The bar leads onto a pool room at the rear. General knowledge and music quizzes feature as evening entertainment. OALE (not Sun) t (Coastliner) GPS

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Heworth Village, YO31 1AN 12-11 Mon-Sun (01904) 438922 Black Sheep Best Bitter; John Smith’s Cask; Guest Beer A welcoming local in a leafy suburb with a comfortable lounge, a sunny dining area and a separate bar with TV. An outdoor drinking area overlooks a large beer garden. The walnut trees which gave the pub its name are commemorated by a slice from one on display in the lounge. Free Wi-Fi. OLE (no food Mon) Wt (11, Coastliner) GPS

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Holgate Fox Inn R

141 C4

LocAle 168 Holgate Road, YO24 4DQ 12-2 & 4.30-11 Mon-Thu; 12-12 Fri & Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 798341 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Tetley’s Cask; Guest Beers (2) Grade II listed building designated a Tetley’s Heritage Inn in 1984. It remains untouched, offering four separate drinking areas with corridor access and serving hatch, plus an extensive outdoor play area with barbecue. Adjacent to the former carriage works with fitting photos on display. Karaoke, quiz nights and darts feature. Highly Recommended OL (not Mon) t (1,10) GPS Junction Brewhouse

142 C4

Leeman Road, YO26 4XA 3-11 Mon-Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) TBC Beer range varies (6/7) Large, comfortable, two roomed brew-house, featuring a wide selection of ales, including from the new micro-

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brewery and guests. Recently refurbished to a high standard, this Enterprise pub is free of tie. Traditional Yorkshire food served. Worth the short walk from the railway station. Highly Recommended OL (Fri-Sun) E (not Sun) Tt (2,22,24 & 26) P Leeman

143 C4

47 Stamford Street East, YO26 4YD 11-11 Mon-Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 654172 John Smith’s Cask A friendly backstreet local, akin to Coronation Street, serving the local community in the immediate terraced streets. Opened in 1885 and named after George Leeman, Chairman of the North Eastern Railway and Lord Mayor of the City. Now a two-roomed establishment, one of which is grandly titled a lounge but which is an intimate snug. Ot (2,22,24 & 26) GS Locomotive

144 C4

4 Watson Street, YO24 4BH 4-12 Tue-Thu; 11-12 Fri-Sun; Closed Mon (01904) 622194 John Smith’s Cask A friendly, community pub near the iron railway bridge


CAMRA York serving mainly locals but with a warm welcome for visitors. Traditional interior with several seating areas around a central bar. The smallest one is home to Captain Flynt (the pub parrot) and a couple of tanks of colourful fish. A selection of bottle-conditioned ales is available. FLt (1,5 & 10) P Puss ‘n’ Boots

145 C4

81 Hamilton Drive, YO24 4JP 3-11 Mon-Wed; 3-12 Thu & Fri; 12-12 Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 792346 John Smith’s Cask A large, modern, multi-roomed estate pub with ample parking and an outdoor area serving a mainly local clientele. Warm and friendly atmosphere with regular activities, such as music jam night on Wednesday and quiz night on Thursday. Several games teams including pétanque. Ot (5 not eves) GP

Huntington Blacksmith’s Arms

146 D6

(01904) 752940 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Rudgate Well Blathered; Taylor Landlord; Guest Beer This pleasant village local has been changed slightly to meet the needs of today’s customers, with a dedicated dining room. The bar area with its TV caters for those wishing to watch sport. Feature walls with inbuilt electric stove add to the homely feel of this pub. The beer range is one of the best in the area. Wellsupported by the village and passing trade which seeks it out. Highly Recommended QOLEWt (5) PS Flag & Whistle

Huntington Road, YO32 9PX 11-12 Mon-Thu; 11-1am Fri & Sat; 12-12 Sun (01904) 769200 Theakston Best Bitter Built in the 1980s to serve the village of New Earswick, it is actually situated in the parish of Huntington due to a covenant placed on New Earswick which keeps it a dry village. Well-supported by locals from both there and the lower end of Huntington. There is a large, split-level lounge area and separate bar with pool table and is a modern locals’ local, hosting summer barbecues. OLWt (5,12) GPS Hopgrove

LocAle 56 The Old Village, YO32 9RB 11-12 Sun-Thu; 12-12.30 Fri & Sat

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147 D5

148 E5

Malton Road, YO32 9TE 11.30-11 Mon-Sat; 11-10.30 Sun (01904) 424542 www.tobycarvery.co.uk Black Sheep Best Bitter; John Smith’s Cask 63


Busy, food-oriented (Toby Carvery) pub just off the A63/ A1237 junction. Long, modern wooden bar, with various seating options and separate dining area. Most walls are adorned with framed saucy postcards and other comical pictures. OLEWPS Yearsley Grove

149 D5

Huntington Road, YO31 9BY 12-12 Sun-Thu; 12-1am Fri & Sat (01904) 620133 Guest Beer Originally a Victorian coach house, this pub now stands in a built-up area between York and Huntington. It was extended extensively in the 1960s and 1970s and is now a basic estate pub. Catering for the local trade, it has a public bar, sports lounge, games room and function room. Televisions in all bars allow for a variety of sports to be shown. Outside is a children’s play area, grassed beer garden and smokers’ section. OLEWt (5,12) GPS

Knapton 150 B4

Red Lion

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Main Street, YO26 6QG 7-11 Mon; 12-3 & 6-11 Tue-Sat; 12-4 & 7-10.30 Sun (01904) 793957 Black Sheep Bitter; Copper Dragon Golden Pippin; Guest Beer Village pub dating from 1823, opening onto the street, it is now a smart free house, tastefully refurbished with contemporary, dark wood interior: relaxing and classy. Full disabled facilities, car park and flowery patio area to the rear. Highly recommended food. FOLE (not Sun or Mon) W t (1 & 20a) P

Murton Bay Horse

151 F4

Murton Lane, YO19 5UQ 5-11 Mon; 12-3 & 5-11 Tue-Thu; 12-12 Fri & Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 489684 John Smith’s Cask; Theakston Best Bitter Pretty village inn with bar/ lounge area and separate restaurant. Close to Yorkshire Museum of Farming, Derwent Valley Light Railway and York Livestock Centre where regular farmers’ markets and car boot sales are held. Close to one of the City of York’s cycle routes with a nice grassed beer garden at the front, it provides a tranquil oasis on the outskirts of the city. QOL (not Mon) E (not Sun & Mon) WPS


CAMRA York

Naburn Blacksmith’s Arms

Osbaldwick 152 D1

Main Street, YO19 4PN 12-11 Mon-Sun (01904) 623464 Marston’s Burton Bitter, Pedigree; Guest Beer from the Marston’s range Situated in the village centre, this pub is a true hub of the community, catering for all tastes and age groups and providing good wholesome food seven days a week. It is situated within easy reach of the York-Selby Cycle Path, Naburn Marina and Naburn Caravan Site. FOLEt (Arriva 42) GPS

Nether Poppleton Lord Nelson

153 B5

9 Main Street, YO26 6HS 11.30-2am Mon-Sun (01904) 794320 John Smith’s Cask A small, Enterprise-leased pub, close to a bend in the River Ouse. The building, a former farmhouse, is 300 years old. It has a beer garden at the rear and is very much the local pub serving good honest pub grub. OLEt (10) GPS

Outer York Pub Listings

Beeswing

154 E4

55 Hull Road, YO10 3JP 11-11 Sun-Thu; 11-12 Fri & Sat (01904) 410377 Black Sheep Best Bitter; John Smith’s Cask; Taylor Landlord A bustling local on the busy main Hull Road. The clientele are predominantly locals giving the pub a strong community feel. Central bar serving large U shaped room. Recently reopened following refurbishment. OLEWt (8,10) PS Black Bull Hotel

155 E4

Hull Road, YO10 3LF 12-12 Mon-Sun (01904) 411856 www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/ theblackbullhotelyork/ Black Sheep Best Bitter; Greene King Old Speckled Hen; John Smith’s Cask A large, family-friendly, foodoriented pub. It is part of the Sizzling Pub Company with good value pub food available all day. There are two large screen TVs showing sport and a pool table. O A L EW t (10) P S Derwent Arms

156 E4

39 The Village, YO10 3NP 12-3 & 5-11 Mon-Thu; 12-12 Fri & Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 413498 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Greene King IPA; John Smith’s Cask; Guest Beer A hard-working village pub catering for all ages, very

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Caledonian Deuchars IPA; Copper Dragon Golden Pippin; York Guzzler A comfortable and spacious free house attached to the Rawcliffe caravan park, it was rebuilt in 2004 in a contemporary style. It has a large, interconnecting bar/

family-friendly. Holding regular music and quiz nights, it draws people in from surrounding areas. Its small caravan site provides a quiet base close to the University and city. A good range of home-cooked food and its own marquee make it a popular place for celebrations. QOLE (not Sun) Wt (6) GPS Magnet R

157 E4

57 Osbaldwick Lane, YO10 3AY 2-11.30 Mon-Wed; 12-1am Thu-Sun (01904) 411553 John Smith’s Cask Pleasant, 1930s estate pub built by John Smith’s Brewery with snug, bar games, lounge with TV well used by locals. It has the benefit of a bus stop right outside the pub. Disabled access is available, ramp required and helpful staff assist as required. FQL (Sun) Wt (6) GPS

Rawcliffe Lysander Arms

158 C5

LocAle Manor Lane, YO30 5TZ 11-11 Mon-Sat;12-12.30am Sun (01904) 640845

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lounge, a separate restaurant, extensive and very attractive gardens with dining patio, lawns, tiki bar section and children’s play area. Clientele is mainly locals and touring caravanners. Highly Recommended OL (not Mon) E (not Sun & Mon) Wt (20 & 22) GP Mitre

159 C5

Shipton Road, YO30 5XF 12-11 Mon-Fri; 11-11 Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 686951 AB-InBev Draught Bass; John Smith’s Cask A well-appointed, 1960s, foodoriented suburban pub just off the A19. Children are welcome in the large lounge which has TV projection facilities. The separate bar has a pool table and dartboard. QOLE (not Mon) t (2,20 & 22) GPS


CAMRA York

Rufforth Tankard Inn

160 A4

simple, lino-floored bar has a dartboard and feels like a real local. An added bonus is Sam Smith’s long-standing low prices. FQOLE (not Tue) t (22) GPS Riverside Farm

Wetherby Road, YO23 3QF 6-11 Mon; 12-3 & 6-11 Wed-Fri; Sat 12-11; Sun 12-10.30; Closed Tue (01904) 738621 Samuel Smith OBB A 1930s village pub in a rural setting with nice features (windows and porch), it was originally a house which has been extended. Friendly, cosy Sam’s pub in their typical brown and cream colours, with wood panelling. Patio with seating to rear and an attractive garden with kids’ adventure playground amongst trees. Local and passing trade. Large car park. FQOWt (412,413) GP

Skelton Blacksmiths Arms

161 B6

Shipton Road, YO30 1XW 12-3 & 6-11 Mon-Thu; 12-11 Fri-Sun (01904) 471902 Samuel Smith OBB A very traditional village pub which has remained largely unchanged for many years. The cosy, carpeted lounge has an open fireplace, while the

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Shipton Road, YO30 1XJ 11-11 (01904) 642525 www.hungryhorse.co.uk Greene King IPA, Old Speckled Hen, Abbot Food and family orientated pub, recently reopened following redecoration and an ownership change. It has function room facilities. OLEWt (2) PS

South Bank Winning Post

163 D4

127-129 Bishopthorpe Road, YO23 1NA 12-11 Tue-Thu & Sun; 12-12 Mon & Fri-Sat; (01904) 625228 John Smith’s Cask Substantial pub popular on race days. Three large rooms all serviced off central bars, one available for functions. Traditional pub decor with horse racing prints and pictures appropriate to both its name and location en route to the Knavesmire. OL (Sun) t (11) GPS

Stockton-onthe-Forest Four Alls

164 G7

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11-11.30 Mon-Sun (01904) 468233 Wells & Young’s Bombardier The first pub on the A64 east of York, it relies heavily on food and is a regular stopping place for those heading to the coast or Castle Howard. It has a small band of locals who use it on week nights and friendly staff who make you feel welcome. Separate public bar, games area, lounge and restaurant. In winter can close early if quiet. QOLEt (Coastliner) GP 165 F6

Fox Inn

Tanglewood

166 G7

Malton Road, YO32 9TW 10.30-9pm Mon-Fri; 10.30-9.30pm Sat & Sun (01904) 468611 Black Sheep Best Bitter; John Smith’s Cask; Taylor Landlord A food-oriented outlet using local produce, it has a good bar area and provides a stopover on the way to Malton or the coast. It has a separate function room. Its range of ales lifts it above other pubs on this route and its free Wi-Fi is a boon for travellers. OLEWt (Coastliner) PS

Strensall Half Moon

90 The Village, YO32 9UW 12-11 Mon-Thu; 12-1am Fri; 12-12 Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 401765 Black Sheep Best Bitter; Tetley’s Cask; Guest Beer A well-appointed country inn in a pleasant village on the outskirts of York. An interestingly carved, wooden bar serves both a dining area and lounge with traditional cushioned wall seats. It is well supported by locals and hosts the village Pétanque Club. Gas stove in cooler months. Free Wi-Fi. OLEt (Coastliner) GPS

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3 The Village, YO32 5XS 2-11 Mon-Fri; 12-12 Sat & Sun (01904) 492919 Black Sheep Best Bitter Large bar area at the front with plenty of seating, games lounge with pool table and television at the rear. Smoking area is on covered decking outside back door. Caters mainly for local trade. QOWt (5) GPAQ Ship

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CAMRA York 23 The Village, YO32 5XS 12-11 Mon-Thu; 12-11.30 Fri & Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 490302 www.theshipinn-strensall.co.uk John Smith’s Cask; Taylor Landlord; Guest Beers (2) This friendly village local provides a quiet place to relax with a pint and homecooked food. From the main bar there’s a room on the left which acts as a lounge and a bar/dining room with a new restaurant to the right. With quizzes on a regular basis it is well placed to serve both local and passing trade. OLEWt (5) GPSs

Towthorpe Six Bells

169 E7

Oxcar Lane, YO23 5TD 12-3 & 6-11 Mon-Thu; 12-11 Fri & Sat; 12-10.30 Sun (01904) 490715 Samuel Smith OBB Built in the late 1980s on a prominent corner site opposite the barracks, this feels like an old-established Sam Smith’s pub, with a regular band of customers who use it for traditional pub games and quiet reflection. In short, it’s a modern, proper pub with separate bar, lounge, games room, dining room and good value beer. QOL (summer) EWt (5) GPS

Upper Poppleton Lord Collingwood The Green, YO26 6EA 12-3 & 5-12 Mon-Thu; 12-12 Fri-Sun Outer York Pub Listings

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(01904) 794388 Beers from the Marston’s range A pleasant, 17th century, Grade II listed building on the edge of the village green houses this fine pub offering up to seven ales, including seasonals. It is cosy and comfortable, with an attractive beer garden/ children’s play area to the rear, friendly staff and good, honest pub food. The landlord makes full use of the Marston’s range, which includes beers from Jennings, Ringwood and Wychwood. Highly Recommended FOL (not Mon) E (not Mon) Tt (10) GPS White Horse

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The Green, YO26 6DP 5-11 Mon; 12-3 & 5-11 Tue-Fri; 12-11:30 Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 606921 AB-InBev Draught Bass; John Smith’s Cask An Enterprise-leased pub on the village green next to local shops, which dates from the 1900s. A conservatory added at the rear opens onto an attractive patio and beer garden. Mainly local trade. OLE (not Mon or Sun) Tt (10) GPS

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Wheldrake Wenlock Arms

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Noted for its friendly staff, this village pub is very well designed, with distinct dining and drinking areas and plenty of space to spread out. Children are welcome in the separate dining room. With a large, well laid-out, grassed beer garden at the front, it attracts both local and passing trade. QOLEWt (1,20) GPS Jacobean Lodge

73 Main Street, YO19 6AA 12-3 & 5-11.30 Mon-Thu; 12-3 & 5-1am Fri; 12-1am Sat; 12-11 Sun (01904) 448240 Theakston Best Bitter; Guest Beers (2) Occupying a corner plot in the centre of the village, this is a fairly large, open plan pub with a central bar area and modern, comfortable seating. A separate games room is down steps to the rear and there’s a large garden. The guest beers come from regional and micro breweries. There is a carvery on Sundays, television showing sporting events and regular live entertainment. Highly Recommended OLE (not Sun) Wt (18 X18) P

Wigginton Black Horse

173 C7

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LocAle Plainville Lane, YO32 2RG 6-11 Mon; 12-3 & 6-11 Tue-Sat; 12-4 & 6-10.30 Sun (01904) 762749 www.jacobeanlodge.co.uk Copper Dragon Golden Pippin; Guest Beers (summer only) This free house sits in isolation on a lane to the north of the road between the B1363 and Shipton and is well signposted at the crossroads. Converted from a 17th century farmhouse, its cosy interior is split into interconnecting areas with a lovely terrace and garden. The freshly-cooked food is sourced locally and prepared with herbs from the pub’s own garden. Weddings and functions are catered for, making it an ideal spot for a special celebration where you can drink real ale. FQOALE (not Mon) WPS


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Just beyond the border Bilbrough Three Hares

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Main Street, YO23 3PH 12-2 & 7-11 Tue-Sat; 12-3 & 7-10.30 Sun; Closed Mon (01937) 832128 Copper Dragon Golden Pippin; Taylor Landlord; Tetley’s Cask Smart, upmarket pub with contemporary furnishings and a separate restaurant. Although food-led, there is also a bar area for drinkers. There is a mixture of furniture – comfortable sofas, higher bar seats and tables alongside dining tables and chairs. The car park is at the rear on Brick Lane (signposted Catterton/ Healaugh). Highly Recommended OLEWt (87) P

www.yeoldsuninn.co.uk Black Sheep Best Bitter; Taylor Landlord; Guest Beer 17th century village pub with award-winning restaurant and delicatessen. Cosy and friendly with real fire, low, beamed ceilings and traditional decor.

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Sutton upon Derwent St. Vincent Arms

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Colton Old Sun Inn

176 A1

LocAle Main Street, LS24 8EP 6-11 Mon; 12-2.30 & 6-11 TueSat; 12-11 Sun (01937) 744261

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LocAle Main Street, YO41 4BN 11.30-3 & 6-11 Mon-Sat; 12-3 & 6.30-11 Sun (01904) 607349 Fuller’s London Pride, ESB; Old Mill Bitter; Taylor Landlord; Wells & Young’s Bombardier; York Yorkshire Terrier; Guest Beer This pretty, white-painted pub has been family-owned and run for many years. The L-shaped bar to the right is popular with locals. Another small bar with serving hatch to the left leads to the dining rooms. Twice York CAMRA Pub of the Year. Excellent restaurant menu includes many fish dishes. Highly Recommended QOLE P

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Thorganby Ferry Boat Inn

178 G1

LocAle Ferry Lane, YO19 6DD 7-11 Tue-Fri; 12-12 Sat; 12-4 & 7-11 Sun; Closed Mon (01904) 448224 Guest Beers (4) Warm and welcoming, in a beautiful, rural setting, with a large beer garden that runs down to the River Derwent, it has been run by the same family for over 60 years. The landlady prepares beautiful home-made sandwiches, while the landlord pays meticulous attention to his guest beers. Dogs are welcome in the garden. York CAMRA Pub of the Year 2010. Highly Recommended F Q O W Ct GP S


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Breweries

This section lists breweries from Yorkshire and beyond whose beers you are likely to find in York pubs. The section is split into 4 parts, independent breweries in North Yorkshire, other Yorkshire breweries, other independent breweries and nationally and internationally owned breweries.

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Independent Breweries in North Yorkshire The following is a list of breweries in North Yorkshire whose beers may be found in the pubs covered by this guide and the beers they regularly brew. Many of the breweries also produce seasonal and occasional beers in addition to those listed. Black Sheep

Riggwelter (5.9%) A fruity bitter, with complex underlying tastes and hints of liquorice and pear drops leading to a long, dry, bitter finish. Brown Cow

Wellgarth, Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 4EN Black Sheep was established in 1992 by Paul Theakston, a member of Masham’s famous brewing family, in the former Wellgarth Maltings. The company has enjoyed continued growth and now supplies a free trade of around 700 outlets but owns no pubs. Best Bitter (3.8%) A hoppy and fruity beer with strong bitter overtones, leading to a long, dry, bitter finish. Golden Sheep (3.9%) Blonde beer with a dry and refreshing bitterness. Light, citrussy fruit flavours and a clean, crisp finish. Ale (4.4%) Full flavoured premium bitter, with a rich, fruity aroma.

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Brown Cow Road, Barlow, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 8EH Set up in 1997, the original 2.5 barrel plant was replaced by a five-barrel unit in 2002. Additional fermenting vessels were installed in 2006 and the current brew-length is about 15 barrels a week. In addition to the core beers, one-off recipes are brewed regularly. Sessions (3.6%) Light, refreshing session bitter. Bitter (3.8%) Well-hopped, traditional session bitter.


CAMRA York White Dragon (4.0%) A pale, aromatic best bitter.

Copper Dragon

Captain Oates Dark Mild (4.5%) A satisfying dark beer with fruit and mild hop flavours throughout. After Dark Coffee Porter (5.0%) A full-flavoured porter with a complex mix of malts and a hint of coffee. Captain Cook White Swan, 1 West End, Stokesley, North Yorkshire, TS9 5BL

Snaygill Industrial Estate, Keighley Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 2QR

The 18th-century White Swan concentrated on promoting real ale for 10 years before taking on the challenge of becoming a brew-pub. The brewery, with a four-barrel plant, started operations in 1999 and was opened by White Swan regular James Cook on his 79th birthday.

Copper Dragon began brewing in 2003 and now brews 360 Barrels per week using a German Plant. The company supplies the free trade within a 100-mile radius of Skipton. More than 1,500 outlets are supplied, with half as permanent stockists.

Sunset (4.0%) An extremely smooth light ale with a good balance of malt and hops. Easter Island (4.1%) Brewed in spring. Slipway (4.2%) A light-coloured, hoppy ale with bitterness coming through from Challenger hops. A full-flavoured ale with a smooth malt aftertaste. Endeavour (4.3%) Mid-brown, strong tasting bitter. Black Porter (4.4%) Very dark, malty ale.

Black Gold (3.7%) A dark ale with subtle fruit and dark malts on the nose. Best Bitter (3.8%) A gently hoppy, fruity aroma leads to an aggressively bitter and hoppy taste, with a bitter finish. Golden Pippin (3.9%) This straw-coloured beer has an intense citrus aroma and flavour. Scotts 1816 (4.1%) A well-balanced, full-bodied, copper-coloured premium bitter with a fruity, hoppy tropical fruit character. The dry, bitter astringency increases in the finish. Challenger IPA (4.4%) Amber-coloured, this is more of a best bitter than a

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traditional IPA, with a fruity hoppiness in the aroma and taste and a growing dry bitter finish. Cropton

Clean finish with a hint of hops. Scoresby Stout (4.2%) Rich dark beer. Balmy Mild (4.4%) A mouthful of chocolate complements the light hoppiness. Yorkshire Warrior (4.4%) Ruby red bitter.

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The New Inn & Cropton Brewery, Woolcroft, Cropton, North Yorkshire, YO18 8HH Cropton was established in the cellars of the New Inn in 1984 on a 5 barrel plant. This was extended in 1988, but by 1994 it had outgrown the cellar and a purpose-built brewery was installed behind the pub. A brand new state of the art brewery was opened in September 2006 that can produce 100 barrels per week.

Yorkshire Moors Bitter (4.6%) A fine ruby beer brewed with Fuggles and Progress hops. A hoppy beer with a fruity aftertaste. Monkmans Slaughter (6.0%) Rich tasting and warming; fruit and malt in the aroma and taste, with dark chocolate, caramel and autumn fruit notes. Subtle bitterness continues into the aftertaste. Old Goat (8.0%) Pale bitter with a strong malty flavour balanced with English hops. Daleside

Endeavour Ale (3.6%) A light session ale, made with best quality hops, providing a refreshing drink with a delicate fruity aftertaste. Two Pints (4.0%) A good, full-bodied bitter. Malt flavours initially dominate, with a touch of caramel, but the balancing hoppiness and residual sweetness come through. Honey Gold (4.2%) A medium-bodied beer, ideal for summer drinking. Honey is apparent in both aroma and taste but does not overwhelm.

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Camwal Road, Starbeck, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 4PT Opened in 1991 in Harrogate with a 20 barrel plant. Other beers are brewed on a seasonal or irregular basis.


CAMRA York Bitter (3.7%) Pale brown in colour, this well-balanced, hoppy beer is complemented by fruity bitterness and a hint of sweetness, leading to a long, bitter finish. Blonde (3.9%) A pale, golden beer with a predominantly hoppy aroma and taste, leading to a refreshing, hoppy, bitter finish. Old Legover (4.1%) A mid-strength beer with a medium-dark colour. A very balanced flavour that’s easy to drink. A nutty, fruity taste and aroma with a suggestion of herbs. Old Lubrication (4.1%) A smooth, dark brown bitter. Special Bitter (4.1%) A light, amber bitter. Malty and rich with a touch of sweetness. Smooth refreshing bitter finish. Bobek Export (5.0%) A golden-bronze beer with an aromatic nose and a subtle taste of Bobek hops leading to a lingering, soft, malty finish. Monkey Wrench (5.4%) Strong, smooth, malty ale with a touch of sweetness. Morocco (5.5%) Strong, dark spiced and mysterious. Rich and warm coppery colour. Dark Horse Coonlands Laithe, Rylstone, Skipton BD23 6LY Opened in 2003 by the Duke of Kent as the Wharfedale Brewery but changed ownership in 2008. It is based

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in an old hay barn within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Water comes from its own 56 metres-deep borehole. Best Bitter (3.8%) Sold at the Boot & Shoe at Ellerton as Boot & Shoe Bitter. Mid brown bitter with dark malts and fruit on the nose which continue into the taste. Bitterness increases in the finish. HPA (Hetton Pale Ale) (4.2%) Well balanced and full bodied golden ale with bitterness on the palate overlaying a malty base. East Coast 3 Clay House Yard, Mitford Street, Filey YO14 9DX Opened in 2008 by the former brewer from Fernandes in Wakefield in a converted stable and coach house. Bonhomme Richard (3.6%) Commodore (4.1%) John Paul Jones (4.3%) High Tide (5.2%) Alfred Moodies Mild (6.0%) Empress of India (6.0%)

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Great Heck

Slaughterhouse Porter (4.5%) Black, full-bodied porter with a smooth malt character. Staggering Genius (5.0%) Wheat beer with buckets of Styrian Goldings hops balancing the full, rich flavour of the malts. Super-Dave (5.0%) Stronger version of Dave. Hambleton

Harwinn House, Main Street, Great Heck, North Yorkshire, DN14 0BQ Opened in May 2008 using a 4 barrel plant. Brews house beers for Guy Fawkes Hotel (Dark Force Treason Stout) and Judges Lodgings (Final Judgment). Other beers may be brewed occasionally. Dave (3.8%) Dark and very enjoyable – a smooth, dark, velvety bitter brewed with Maris Otter malted barley and copious quantities of chocolate and crystal malts. White Rabbit (3.8%) Pale and hoppy. Heck’s Angel (3.9%) A very dry delicately bittered pale ale with loads of American Cascade hops for a delicious hop flavour and aroma. Yorkshire Navigator (3.9%) Traditional, dry, mahogany coloured bitter brewed with American hops and fermented with a Belgian yeast strain. Yorkshire Pale Ale (4.3%) Premium pale ale with a complex malt character and zesty finish.

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Nick Stafford’s Hambleton Ales, Melmerby Green Road, Melmerby, North Yorkshire, HG4 5NB Hambleton Ales was established in 1991 on the banks of the River Swale in the heart of the Vale of York. Expansion of the brewery in 2005 resulted in relocation to larger premises. Brewing capacity has increased to 100 barrels a week and a bottling line caters for micros and larger brewers. Four core beers are produced along with an additional special brew each month. The company also brew beers under contract for the Village Brewer and Black Dog Brewery. Bitter (3.8%) A golden bitter with a good balance of malty and refreshing citrus notes leading to a mellow, tangy finish.


CAMRA York Stallion (4.2%) A premium bitter, moderately hoppy throughout and richly balanced in malt and fruit, developing a sound and robust bitterness, with earthy hops drying the aftertaste. Stud (4.3%) A strongly bitter beer, with rich hop and fruit taste. It ends dry and spicy. Nightmare (5.0%) This impressively flavoured beer satisfies all parts of the palate. Strong roast malts dominate, but hoppiness rears out of this complex blend. For Village Brewer: White Boar (3.8%) A light, flowery and fruity ale; crisp, clean and refreshing, with a dry-hopped, powerful but not aggressive bitter finish. Bull (4.0%) A pale, full, fruity bitter, well hopped to give a lingering bitterness. Old Raby (4.8%) A full-bodied, smooth, richtasting dark ale. A complex balance of malt, fruit character and creamy caramel sweetness offsets the bitterness. For Black Dog: Whitby Abbey Ale (3.8%) Schooner (4.2%) Rhatas (4.6%) Marston Moor PO Box 9, York, North Yorkshire, YO26 7XW Established in 1983 in Kirk Hammerton, brewing moved to nearby Tockwith in 2005,

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where the beers are brewed at the Rudgate Brewery. Two special themed beers are available each month. Cromwell Pale (3.8%) A golden beer with hops and fruit in strong evidence on the nose. Bitterness as well as fruit and hops dominate the taste and long aftertaste. Matchlock Mild (4.0%) Traditional, full-flavoured dark mild. Mongrel (4.0%) A balanced bitter with plenty of fruit character. Fairfax Special (4.2%) A full-bodied premium bitter, pale in colour with a wellbalanced, slightly citrus aroma. Merriemaker (4.5%) A premium, straw coloured ale with a typical Yorkshire taste. Brewers Droop (5.0%) A pale, robust ale with hops and fruit notes in prominence. A long, bitter aftertaste. Naylors Units 1 & 2, Midland Mills, Station Road, Cross Hills, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 7DT (actually located in North Yorkshire)

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Naylors started brewing early in 2005, based at the Old White Bear pub in Cross Hills, north west of Keighley, just over the border inside North Yorkshire. Expansion required a move to the current site in 2006 and the rebranding of the beers. Some 40 outlets are supplied. A monthly or seasonal “Brewer’s Choice” beer is also brewed. Pinnacle Mild (3.4%) A dark mild, using lots of Crystal malt to give a sweet, malty flavour, balanced by bitterness and aroma from Progress and Goldings hops. Pinnacle Pale Ale (3.6%) Spring barley cocktail and a blend of Mittlefruh and Perle hops from Southern Germany go to create a refreshing Pale Ale with a distinct flavour. Pinnacle Bitter (3.9%) Cascade and Perle hops provide bitterness and delicate aromas and pale malt and roasted barley give a pleasing copper colour to this, a real session beer. Pinnacle Stout (4.1%) A black traditional-style stout brewed with Cascade hops – smooth as velvet. Pinnacle Blonde (4.3%) This premium blonde beer, brewed using Optic malt along with a touch of wheat, has citrus and spice flavours with a floral finish, provided by Hallertauer hops. Pinnacle Porter (4.8%) Chocolate malt and roasted barley give flavours of coffee and cocoa in this rich, dark beer. Generous use of hops balances the flavours to deliver a smooth satisfying pint. 80

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Pinchinthorpe Hall, Guisborough, North Yorkshire, TS14 8HG The brewery was founded in Middlesbrough in 1989 and moved in 1998 to Pinchinthorpe Hall, a moated and listed medieval estate near Guisborough that has its own spring water. The site also includes a hotel, restaurant and bistro. A special monthly beer is produced together with four beers in the Cosmic range. All beers are organic. Best (3.6%) Clean tasting, well hopped, pale-coloured, traditional bitter. Golden Ginseng (3.6%) Clean tasting, well hopped pale beer with added Golden Ginseng. Prior’s Ale (3.6%) Light, refreshing and surprisingly full-flavoured for a pale, low gravity beer, with a complex, bittersweet mixture of malt, hops and fruit carrying through into the aftertaste. Archbishop Lee’s Ruby Ale (4.0%) A full-bodied beer with a malty aroma and a balanced malt and hops taste, with vanilla notes.


CAMRA York Boro Best (4.0%) Northern-style, full-bodied beer. Crystal Tips (4.0%) Ruby bitter dominated by malt. Some fruit hop in the nose and taste.

Rocket Fuel (5.0%) Strong golden ale. Rooster’s

Love Muscle (4.0%) Crisp golden beer with a good hint of hops. Honey Bunny (4.2%) Golden coloured bitter with a hoppy finish and a hint of honey. Cereal Killer (4.5%) Light coloured wheat bitter with a distinctive hop nose. Blond (4.6%) Golden coloured. Plenty of hops with a bitter-sweet aftertaste. Fools Gold (4.6%) Hoppy, pale-coloured premium beer. Golden Ale (4.6%) A well-hopped, lightly-malted, golden premium bitter, using Styrian Goldings and Goldings hops. Flying Herbert (4.7%) Full-flavoured premium bitter, smooth and well balanced. Lord Lee’s (4.7%) A refreshing, red/brown beer with a hoppy aroma. The flavour is a pleasant balance of roast malt and sweetness that predominates over hops. The malty, bitter finish develops slowly. White Lady (4.7%) Hoppy, strong pale ale. Dizzy Dick (4.8%) Strong, smooth dark ale with plenty of hops.

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Unit 3, Grimbald Park, Wetherby Road, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 8LJ Rooster’s Brewery was opened in 1993 by Sean and Alison Franklin. Its sister company, Outlaw Brewery Co., started in 1996. In 2001 the brewery relocated to larger premises at Knaresborough. Regular beers as listed below under the Rooster’s label. Outlaw produces experimental beers. GCB (Good Cheer Beer) (3.7%) Pale coloured beer. Aromas of flowers and tropical fruit. Golden Promise malt. Hops are from New Zealand and the USA. Special (3.9%) Yellow in colour, a full-bodied, floral bitter with fruit and hop notes being carried over into the long aftertaste. Hops and bitterness tend to increase in the finish. Wild Mule (3.9%) Stunning aromas of gooseberries, grapes and guava. Pale in colour, moderately bittered.

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Leghorn (4.3%) A pale-coloured bitter with fruity aromas and a long finish. YPA (4.3%) A pale-coloured beer with pronounced raspberry and flower aromas. Yankee (4.3%) A straw-coloured beer with a delicate, fruity aroma leading to a well-balanced taste of malt and hops with a slight evidence of sweetness, followed by a refreshing, fruity/bitter finish. Cream (4.7%) A pale-coloured beer with a complex, floral bouquet leading to a well-balanced, refreshing taste. Fruit lasts throughout and into the aftertaste. Occasionally brewed beers: Mayflower (3.7%) Pale coloured with aromas of grapefruit and flowers. Silver Lining (4.3%) Brewed with 20% malted wheat, 80% malted barley. Softly hopped, light with raspberry aromas. Dry Irish Stout (4.7%) Dark plain chocolate coloured beer made with dark malts and flaked barley. Aromas of coffee and chocolate. Softly bittered with a smooth palate. Nector (5.0%) Pale, softly bittered beer. Rich aromas of peaches, apricots, vanilla and Muscat grapes. Long finish. Rudgate 2 Centre Park, Marston Moor Business Park, Tockwith, York, YO26 7QF

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Rudgate Brewery was founded in 1992 and is located in an old armoury building on a disused World War II airfield. It has a 15 barrel plant and six fermenting vessels, producing up to 80 barrels a week. Around 300 outlets are supplied direct. Three additional beers are brewed each month. Jorvik Blonde (3.8%) Flaxen blonde ale. Balanced, hoppy bitterness and crisp, fruity finish. Viking (3.8%) An initially warming and malty, full-bodied beer, with hops and fruit lingering into the aftertaste. Battleaxe (4.2%) A well-hopped bitter with slightly sweet initial taste and light bitterness. Complex fruit character gives a memorable aftertaste. Ruby Mild (4.4%) Nutty, rich ruby ale, stronger than usual for a mild. Champion Beer of Britain 2009. Special (4.5%) Moderately bittered leading to a citrus, hoppy finish. Well Blathered (5.0%) Premium bitter, golden coloured with distinctive lemon on the nose.


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Genesis (3.8%) A darker beer with a hint of chocolate. Telltale (3.8%) Light coloured session beer. 1402 (4.2%) Golden, malty and hoppy ale. Theakston

Samuel Smith Old Brewery (Tadcaster), High Street, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire, LS24 9SB Although related to the nearby John Smith’s, this fiercely independent, family-owned company is radically different. Tradition, quality and value are important, resulting in traditional brewing without any artificial additives, with real ale supplied in wooden casks. Some 200 pubs are owned, although they are not easy to identify since the removal of external branding. Old Brewery Bitter/OBB (4.0%) Malt dominates the aroma, with an initial burst of malt, hops and fruit in the taste, which is sustained in the aftertaste. They also brew a large range of excellent bottled beers which are sadly not available in cask. Storyteller The Bay Horse Inn, Terrington, North Yorkshire, YO60 6PP Opened in October 2008 and expanded in late 2009. A range of seasonal beers is available. Full Moon (3.2%) Traditional mild using Fuggles and Goldings hops. Campaign for Real Ale

T&R Theakston Ltd, The Brewery, Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 4YD After twenty years under the control of first Matthew Brown and then Scottish & Newcastle, Theakstons returned to the independent sector in 2003 when S&N sold the company back to the family. It is now controlled by four Theakston brothers. The brewery is one of the oldest in Yorkshire, built in 1875 by the brothers’ great-grandfather, Thomas Theakston, the son of the company’s founder. In 2004 a new fermentation room was added to provide additional flexibility and capacity, and further capacity was added in 2006. Seasonal beers are available. Traditional Mild (3.5%) A rich and smooth mild ale with a creamy body and a rounded liquorice taste. Dark ruby/amber in colour, with 83


a mix of malt and fruit on the nose, and a dry, hoppy aftertaste. Best Bitter (3.8%) A golden-coloured beer with a full flavour that lingers pleasantly on the palate. Black Bull Bitter (3.9%) A distinctively hoppy aroma leads to a bitter, hoppy taste with some fruitiness and a short bitter finish. XB (4.5%) A sweet-tasting bitter with background fruit and spicy hop. Some caramel character gives this ale a malty dominance. Old Peculier (5.6%) A full-bodied, dark brown, strong ale. Slightly malty but with hints of roast coffee and liquorice. A smooth caramel overlay and a complex fruitiness leads to a bitter chocolate finish. Supplied in wooden casks to some outlets which results in a subtle difference to the flavour. Wainstones Unit 9, Terry Dickin Industrial Estate, Station Road, Stokesley, North Yorkshire, TS9 7AE Wainstones is the trading name of the Stokesley Brewing Company set up in June 2010 with a 2.5 barrel plant. Amber (3.8%) Light golden and fruity. Sandstone (4.0%) Rich and full of flavour. Ironstone (4.2%) Premium bitter with a compex blend of malt and hops.

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Wensleydale Manor Farm, Bellerby, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5QH Wensleydale Brewery (formerly Lidstone’s) was set up in 2003 on a 2 barrel plant in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. A year later the brewery relocated to larger premises six miles away. Lidstone’s Rowley Mild (3.2%) Chocolate and toffee aromas lead into what, for its strength, is an impressively rich and flavoursome taste. The finish is pleasantly bittersweet. Forester’s Session Bitter (3.7%) Intensely aromatic, strawcoloured ale offering a superb balance of malt and hops on the tongue. Semer Water (4.1%) Golden ale with a hint of banana on the nose. The taste is clean, crisp and hoppy, with grapefruit flavours also present. Coverdale Gamekeeper (4.3%) A light copper best bitter with a lingering aftertaste. Black Dub Oat Stout (4.4%) Black beer brimming with roasted chocolate taste and aroma. Sheep Rustler Nut Brown Ale (4.4%) Dark, ruby brown traditional northern brown ale with great balance of malt and hops where malt predominates. Coverdale Poacher (5.0%) Rich and tempting aroma with apples and bitter oranges with good balancing malty sweetness.


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and taste. Hoppy bitterness remains assertive in the aftertaste. Wonkey Donkey (4.5%) Dark beer exclusively available in the Three Legged Mare.

12 Toft Green, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 6JT York started production in 1996, the first brewery in the city for 40 years. It has a visitor centre with bar and gift shop and was designed as a show brewery, with a gallery above the 20 barrel plant and viewing panels to fermentation and conditioning rooms. The brewery owns three pubs in York and one in Leeds. In 2006 additional space was acquired to increase production capacity. The brewery was sold in 2008 to Mitchells of Lancaster. Monthly and other occasional beers are produced in addition to the regular beers. Guzzler (3.6%) Refreshing golden ale with dominant hop and fruit flavours developing throughout. Constantine (3.9%) Copper coloured beer with rich malty flavour and a pleasant hop aroma. Light and crisp finish. Yorkshire Terrier (4.2%) Refreshing and distinctive amber/gold brew where fruit and hops dominate the aroma

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Centurion’s Ghost Ale (5.4%) Dark ruby in colour, fulltasting with mellow roast malt character balanced by light bitterness and autumn fruit flavours that linger into the aftertaste. Yorkshire Dales Seata Barn, Elm Hill, Askrigg, North Yorkshire, DL8 3HG Situated in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, brewing started in 2005. Installation of a new, 5 barrel plant and additional fermenters at the converted milking parlour have increased capacity to 20 barrels a week. Monthly specials are always available in a wide variety of styles. Butter Tubs (3.7%) A pale golden beer with a dry bitterness complemented by a citrus flavour and aroma. Buckden Pike (3.9%) Refreshing blonde beer with a crisp, fruity finish. Herriot Country Ale (4.0%) A straw-coloured pale ale with a good flavour balance. Askrigg Ale (4.3%) Pale golden ale with an intense aroma that generates a crisp, dry flavour with a long bitter finish. Yorkshire Penny (4.5%) Classic dry stout with rich liquorice and chocolate malt flavours.

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Matins (3.6%)

Acorn Brewery was set up in 2003 with a 10 barrel ex-Firkin plant and has expanded since to a current capacity of 100 barrels a week. All beers are produced using the original Barnsley Bitter yeast strains, dating back to the 1850s. A monthly 5% IPA is brewed using a single variety of hop. Other specials appear on a monthly/occasional basis.

Brimstone (3.9%)

Barnsley Bitter (3.8%)

Abbeydale Unit 8 Aizlewood Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S8 0YX Abbeydale Brewery was set up in 1996 and now supplies more than 250 outlets. The brewery is noted for its pale, hoppy beers.

Moonshine (4.3%) Absolution (5.3%) Black Mass (6.66%) Last Rites (11.0%)

Blond (4.0%) Barnsley Gold (4.3%) Old Moor Porter (4.4%) Conquest (5.7%) Gorlovka Imperial Stout (6.0%)

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Anglo Dutch Unit 12 Saville Bridge Mill, Mill Street East, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9AF

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Paul Klos (Dutch) set up the brewery with Mike Field (Anglo), who also runs the Refreshment Rooms at Dewsbury Station. Most beers contain wheat except for Spike and Tabatha, which contain lager malt. Best Bitter (3.8%) Kletswater (4.0%) Imperial Pint (4.0%)


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related. Specials are also brewed in addition to the regulars. Best Bitter (3.8%) Golden Monkey (4.1%) Mandrill (4.2%) Silverback (5.0%) Brew Company

Bradfield Watt House Farm, High Bradfield, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S6 6LG Bradfield Brewery is a family-run business, based on a working farm in the Peak District. Seasonal and occasional beers are also brewed. Farmers Bitter (3.9%)

Unit C, G4 Business Centre, 19-21 Carlisle Street East, Sheffield S4 7QN

Farmers Pale Ale (5.0%)

Opened in June 2008. Also brews house beers for some pubs in Sheffield together with other seasonal and monthly specials.

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Slaker (3.8%)

Farmers Blonde (4.0%) Farmers Brown Cow (4.2%) Farmers Stout (4.5%)

Brewers Gold (4.0%) Elixir (4.0%) Abyss (4.2%) Hop Ripper (4.3%) Eclipse (4.7%) Frontier (4.7%) Bock (5.0%) St.Petrus (5.0%) Clark’s

Unit 25, Asquith Bottom Mill, West Street, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX6 3BS

HB Clark & Co (Successors) Ltd, Westgate Brewery, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF2 9SW

Started brewing in October 2008 in a converted mill. The beers names are all monkey

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production in 1982. Monthly and seasonal specials are also brewed. Classic Blonde (3.9%) No Angel (4.0%) Westgate Gold (4.2%) Rams Revenge (4.6%) Elland Outside Edge (3.9%) Outwood Bound (4.2%) Callum’s Best (4.6%) Niamh’s Nemesis (5.7%) Glentworth Glentworth House, Crossfield Lane, Skellow, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN6 8PL Units 3-5, Heathfield Industrial Estate, Heathfield Street, Elland, West Yorkshire, HX5 9AE The brewery was originally formed as Eastwood & Sanders in 2002 by the amalgamation of the Barge & Barrel Brewery and West Yorkshire Brewery. The company was renamed Elland in 2006 to reinforce its links with the town of Elland. Seasonal beers are also brewed.

Goose Eye Ingrow Bridge, South Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD21 5AX

Beyond the Pale (4.2%)

Goose Eye has been run by Jack and David Atkinson since 1991. The brewery supplies many regular outlets, mainly in West and North Yorkshire, and Lancashire.

Eden (4.2%)

Barm Pot Bitter (3.8%)

Bargee (3.8%) Best Bitter (4.0%)

Nettlethrasher (4.4%) 1872 Porter (6.5%)

Bronte Bitter (4.0%) No-Eye Deer (4.0%)

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Golden Goose (4.5%)

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Ilkley Best (4.0%)

Opened in summer 2007, brewing on a 20 barrel plant with the capability of producing around 6,000 pints per brew and the capacity to brew 80 barrels (24,000 pints) a week. The brewery owns four pubs in Leeds – the Midnight Bell, Pin the Brewery Tap and the Garden Gate. A monthly special is also brewed in addition to the regulars.

Kelham Island

Leeds Pale (3.8%)

Alma Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S3 8SA

Leeds Best (4.3%)

The brewery opened in 1990 behind the Fat Cat public house. Due to its success, the brewery moved to new purpose-built premises in 1999 (adjacent to the pub), with five times the capacity of the original brewery. The old building has been converted into a visitor centre. Four regular beers are brewed as well as monthly/seasonal specials.

Little Valley

Kelham Best Bitter (3.8%)

Turkey Lodge Farm, New Road, Cragg Vale, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX7 5TT

Ilkley Unit 4, Lencia Industrial Estate, East Parade, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 8JP First brewed in May 2009. Mary Jane (3.5%) Ilkley Black (3.7%) Ilkley Gold (3.9%)

Pride of Sheffield (4.0%) Easy Rider (4.3%) Pale Rider (5.2%) Leeds

Midnight Bell (4.8%)

The brewery opened in 2005 and is based in the Upper Calder Valley. The 10 barrel plant is in a converted pig shed. All beers are organic and approved by the Soil Association. All bottled beers are recognised by CAMRA as “real ale in a bottle” and are endorsed by the Vegan Society. A monthly beer is brewed in addition to the regulars. Withens IPA (3.9%)

Units 3-4 Sydenham Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS11 9RU

Ginger Pale Ale (4.0%) Cragg Vale Bitter (4.2%) Hebden’s Wheat (4.5%) Stoodley Stout (4.8%)

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Tod’s Blonde (5.0%) Moor Ale (5.5%) Mallinsons

cater for increased production. The original 10-barrel plant was retained and there is now a one-barrel plant for specials.

Plover Road Garage, Plover Road, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD3 3HS

Bruin (3.5%)

Opened in May 2008. New beers are brewed frequently, named on various different themes. Check the website for the latest brews.

Black Mari’a (4.2%)

Emley Moor Mild (3.4%) Stadium Bitter (3.8%) Nook Brewhouse 7B Victoria Square, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 2DN Opened in July 2009. Yorks (3.7%) Best (4.2%) Blonde (4.5%) Fiery Red (4.5%) Red (4.5%) Oat Stout (5.2%) Old Bear

Estivator (3.8%) Original (3.9%) Honeypot (4.4%) Goldilocks (4.5%) Hibernator (5.0%) Old Mill Mill Street, Snaith, East Yorkshire, DN14 9HU Old Mill is a craft brewery opened in 1983 in a 200-yearold former malt kiln and corn mill. The brew-length is 60 barrels. The brewery has a tied estate of 19 houses, one of which is the Victoria in Heslington Road, York. A range of seasonal beers and other specials is also brewed. Mild (3.4%) Bitter (3.9%) Blonde Bombshell (4.0%) Yorkshire Porter (4.4%) Old Curiosity (4.5%) Bullion (4.7%) Ossett

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Kings Yard, Low Mill Road, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 8ND


CAMRA York Brewing began in 1998 and the company has gone from strength to strength. The brewery moved premises in 2005, less than 50 metres, and now has a capacity of around 120 barrels a week. The brewery owns fourteen pubs. Ossett Brewery purchased the Riverhead Brewery in Marsden in 2006 and Fernandes in Wakefield in 2007 and continues to brew a range of beers at both those sites. The Ossett site brews five permanent beers and two monthly specials. Pale Gold (3.8%) Yorkshire Blonde (3.9%) Big Red (4.0%) Silver King (4.3%) Excelsior (5.2%) Ridgeside 24 Penreavon Street, Penreavon Industrial Estate, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS7 2AW Started brewing in June 2010, half a mile from Leeds city centre. A monthly special is brewed in addition to the regular beers listed below. Ridgeside Challenge (3.9%) Ridgeside Best (4.5%) Black Night (5.0%) Salamander 22 Harry Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD4 9PH Salamander first brewed in 2000 in a former pork pie factory. Further expansion during 2004 took the brewery to 40 barrel capacity. A wide range of beers are brewed in addition to those listed.

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Mudpuppy (4.2%) Golden Salamander (4.5%) Saltaire

Dockfield Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD17 7AR Launched in 2006, Saltaire Brewery is a 20 barrel brewery based in a Victorian industrial building that formerly generated electricity for the local tram system. A mezzanine bar gives visitors views of the brewing plant and the chance to taste the beers. A range of styles of award winning beers is produced using a wide variety of malts and hops. Blonde (4.0%) Raspberry Blonde (4.0%) Blackberry Cascade (4.8%) Cascade Pale Ale (4.8%) Summer Wine Unit 15, Honley Business Centre, New Mill Road, Honley, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 6QB Started brewing at its current location in late 2007. Dambusters (3.5%) Elbow Grease (3.8%) Helios (4.0%) Tiberius (4.2%)

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Houblon (4.2%) Invictus (4.5%) Treason (4.8%) Teleporter (5.0%) Apache (5.2%) Timothy Taylor Knowle Spring Brewery, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD21 1AW Timothy Taylor is an independent family-owned company established in 1858. It moved to the site of the Knowle Spring in 1863. Its prize-winning ales, which use Pennine spring water, are served in all 29 of the brewery’s pubs as well as more than 300 other outlets.

WharfeBank Unit 4 Pool Business Park, Pool Road, Pool in Wharfedale, West Yorkshire LS21 1FD Large for a micro, the 20 barrel brewery was set up in April 2010 by a former sales director at Caledonian Brewery. A monthly special is brewed in addition to the regular beers listed below. Slingers Gold (3.9%) Tether Blonde (4.1%) Camfell Flame (4.4%) Wold Top

Golden Best (3.5%) Dark Mild (3.5%) Best Bitter (4.0%) Landlord (4.3%) Ram Tam (4.3%) Wentworth Power House, Gun Park, Wentworth, South Yorkshire, S62 7TF

Hunmanby Grange, Wold Newton, Driffield, East Yorkshire, YO25 3HS

Brewing started at Wentworth in 1999, using equipment from two defunct Sheffield breweries, Stones and Wards. In 2006 custom-built brewing kit was installed, increasing production to 30 barrels a day. A range of monthly and seasonal beers is also brewed. Needle Eye (3.5%)

Wold Top started brewing in 2002 in a converted granary on a farm. The brewery grows its own barley, uses its own water and would like to grow its own hops. A 10 barrel plant is used. One pub, the Falling Stone in Thwing, is owned. 300 outlets are served. All beers are also available in bottled form from off-licences and via mail order.

WPA (4.0%)

Wolds Way (3.6%)

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Bitter (3.7%) Falling Stone (4.2%) Mars Magic (4.6%) Wold Gold (4.8%)


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Other Independent Breweries whose beers can often be found in York Most breweries also produce seasonal and occasional beers in addition to those listed. Tasting notes have been excluded due to space limitations but many of these can be found in CAMRA’s national Good Beer Guide. Batemans George Bateman & Son Ltd, Salem Bridge Brewery, Wainfleet, Lincolnshire Bateman’s Brewery is an independent family-owned brewery established in 1874. A new brewhouse was opened in 2002. Monthly and seasonal beers are also brewed in addition to those listed. The beers are regularly available at the Bateman’s owned Waggon & Horses and the Castle Rock owned Rook & Gaskill, both on Lawrence Street just outside Walmgate Bar. Dark Mild (3.0%) XB Bitter (3.7%) GHA (4.2%) Salem Porter (4.7%) XXXB (4.8%) Caledonian Slateford Road, Edinburgh The brewery was founded by Lorimer and Clark in 1869 and was sold to Vaux of Sunderland in 1919. In 1987 the brewery was saved from closure by a management buy-out. The brewery site was purchased by Scottish & Newcastle in 2004 (since taken over by Heineken)

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but is operated on its behalf by Caledonian, which is still an independently owned company. Deuchars IPA (3.8%) Castle Rock

Queens Bridge Road, Nottingham Castle Rock has been brewing next door to the Vat & Fiddle pub since 1998; the brewery is a trading division of the pub group formerly known as Tynemill but now rebranded as Castle Rock. It also supplies the Castle Rock estate (including the Rook & Gaskill in Lawrence Street, York) with its own and reciprocated beers. A monthly beer is also brewed in support of the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust. Their Harvest Pale is the 2010 Champion Beer of Britain. 93


Black Gold (3.5%)

Elsie Mo (4.7%)

in the St. Vincent Arms in Sutton upon Derwent. A range of seasonal and limited edition beers is also produced including the excellent London Porter (5.4%).

Screech Owl (5.5%)

Chiswick Bitter (3.5%)

Everards

Discovery (3.9%)

Castle Acres, Enderby, near Narborough, Leicestershire

ESB (5.5%)

Nottingham Gold (3.5%) Harvest Pale (3.8%) Hemlock (4.0%)

Established by William Everard in 1849, Everards brewery remains an independent family-owned brewery. Beacon Bitter (3.8%)

London Pride (4.1%) Under the Gale’s brand name: Seafarers (3.6%) HSB (4.8%) Thwaites

Sunchaser Blonde (4.0%) Tiger Best Bitter (4.2%) Original (5.2%) Fuller’s

Star Brewery, Backburn, Lancashire

Fuller, Smith and Turner PLC, Griffin Brewery, Chiswick, London Fuller, Smith & Turner’s Griffin Brewery in Chiswick has stood on the same site for more than 350 years and direct descendants of the founding families are still involved in running the company. At the end of 2005 Fuller’s announced an agreed acquisition of Hampshire brewer George Gale. A good selection of the beers is regularly available

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Thwaites celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2007 and is still controlled by the Yerburgh family, descendants of founder, Daniel Thwaites. The bi-centenary celebrations saw the introduction of new seasonal beers inspired by the company’s brewing heritage. The brewery owns a small number of pubs in York. Dark Mild (3.3%) Original (3.6%) Wainwright (4.1%) Lancaster Bomber (4.4%)


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National and Internationally Owned Breweries whose beers can be found in York Carlsberg UK Carlsberg Brewing Ltd. The Brewery, Leeds, West Yorkshire The historic Tetley Brewery in Leeds is owned by a subsidiary of the international lager giant but is still brewing cask beers in open Yorkshire Square fermenters. However, this brewery was due to close at the time of publication of this guide with production moving to Banks’s in Wolverhampton.

The following are the other most commonly seen Greene King brands in the York area: Hardys & Hansons Olde Trip (4.3%) Morland Old Speckled Hen (4.5%) Ruddles Best Bitter (3.7%) Ruddles County (4.3%) Other beers are sometimes available under the Westgate Brewery name.

Tetley’s Cask (3.7%)

Heineken

Brewed by Marston’s:

John Smith’s Cask (3.6%) – ceased being brewed at Tadcaster in 2007 when the cask filling facility was taken out following the transfer of brewing of the Courage Best and Directors brands to Wells & Youngs in Bedford. Now contract brewed by Cameron’s in Hartlepool.

Tetley’s Dark Mild (3.2%) Greene King PLC Westgate Brewery, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk Established in 1799. The brewery has had a history since the 1990s of buying “brands” and taking over breweries and usually closing them, the most recent being Hardys & Hansons of Nottingham in late 2006. The only exception being Belhaven of Dunbar in Scotland which was bought in 2005 but the brewery has so far remained open. A range of beers are also sold under the “Westgate” brand. Greene King IPA (3.6%)

Marston’s Formerly Wolverhampton & Dudley Breweries, renamed early 2007. Owners of Jennings, Banks’s, Wychwood and most recently, Ringwood Breweries, all of which continue to brew following takeover. Bought Mansfield Brewery in 1990 but closed it soon afterwards.

Greene King Abbot (5.0%)

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Banks’s and Hanson’s

Ringwood

Marston’s Wolverhampton, West Midlands

Marston’s Ringwood, Hampshire

Formed in 1890 by the amalgamation of three local companies and acquired Hanson’s in 1943. Banks’s Original (3.5%) Banks’s Bitter (3.5%)

Opened in 1978. Taken over by Marston’s in 2007. Seasonal beers are also brewed. Best Bitter (3.8%) Fortyniner (4.9%) Old Thumper (5.6%)

Occasional specials:

Wychwood

Mansfield Dark Mild (3.5%)

Marston’s Eagle Maltings, Witney, Oxfordshire

Mansfield Cask Ale (3.9%) Pumpclips for the Mansfield brands show no indication that they are now brewed in the West Midlands. Jennings Marston’s Cockermouth, Cumbria Established in 1828 in the village of Lorton, moved to Cockermouth in 1874. Dark Mild (3.2%) Bitter (3.5%) Cumberland Ale (4.0%) Cocker Hoop (4.6%) Sneck Lifter (5.1%) Monthly/seasonal specials. Marston, Thompson & Evershed Marston’s Marston’s Brewery, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire Marston’s Burton Bitter (3.8%) Marston’s Pedigree (4.5%) Marston’s Old Empire (5.7%) Occasional specials.

Established in 1983. In 2004 the Brakspear “double drop” fermenters were moved there following the closure of Brakspear’s brewery and transfer of the beers. Brakspear Bitter (3.4%) Brakspear Oxford Gold (4.0%) Hobgoblin (4.5%) Seasonal specials. Wells & Young’s Bedford A new company formed in 2006 following the closure of Young’s Brewery in London. Now brews some of the former Young’s beers and Wells beers together with the Courage brands acquired from Scottish & Newcastle in early 2007. Courage Best (4.0%) Courage Directors (4.8%) Wells Bombardier (4.3%) Youngs Bitter (3.7%) Youngs Special (4.5%) Youngs Waggledance (5.0%)

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