REAL ALE IN GLOUCESTERSHIRE

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CHELTENHAM

ADAM AND EVE  See Map
8, Townsend Street, GL51 9HD
SO943231
Near Tesco supermarket
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 690030
website:http://www.swindonweb.com/arkells/adamandeve/
ARKELL'S 2B (H)
ARKELL'S 3B (H)
ARKELL'S Seasonal beers (H)

Unpretentious, no frills, friendly,
terraced local, 15 minutes walk from the
town centre. The public bar and small
comfortable lounge provide a strong
community focus. The skittle alley is
home to many teams and the pub regularly
fields two quiz teams in local leagues.
Almost unnoticed are the spill of
flowers on each table and the polished
copper pipework in the toilets. The
friendly landlady has run the pub for
the past 27 years. Just off the main
Tewkesbury road, it is readily
accessible by public transport. Very
limited on-street parking.

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2007


BATH TAVERN  See Map
68, Bath Road, GL53 7JT
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 256122
SHARP'S Doom Bar Bitter (H)
ULEY Bitter (H)
GUEST BEER Regular (H)

This Free House was run for over 100
years by the Cheshire family. This
single bar pub is now run by young
management, keen to keep the pub
traditional. Clientele is mixed, but the
younger element is being encouraged.
Local produce is cooked fresh on the
premises and is available 1200-1500
daily. Sunday lunch is particularly
popular. Music is kept to a background
level, but may rise on a Friday or
Saturday evening. Often busy, the
atmosphere is always warm. Etched and
stained glass windows help to promote
the traditional feel of the pub. Ideal
base for visiting Cheltenham Town Hall
and the Cricket Festival at the nearby
Cheltenham College held in July.

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2007


BAYSHILL INN  See Map
85, St. Georges Place, GL50 3PP
SO946224
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 524388
website:http://www.thebayshill.org.uk/
WADWORTH IPA (H)
WADWORTH 6X (H)
GUEST BEER Regular (H)

Friendly town-centre local, refurbished
and extended to include a comfortable
lounge, but retaining the 'public-bar'
area. Interesting mural in the bar was
painted over 30 years ago by art college
lecturer. The pub can get busy at
lunchime. Serves good value food,
lunches evey day except Saturday and
evening food weekdays. Pleasant,
enclosed patio.

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2000


BEAUFORT ARMS  See Map
184, London Road, GL52 6HJ
SO958214
A40
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 526038
BADGER Tanglefoot (H)
WADWORTH IPA (H)
WADWORTH 6X (H)
WADWORTH Old Timer (H)

Excellent local on main road, a former
turnpike house. Decor features pictures
of horses at Cheltenham races. The beers
are lovingly attended to by a
conscientious landlord. Regular guest
beers. Limited parking. Try the curries
or chef's daily special.

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1996


BEEHIVE INN  See Map
1-3, Montpellier Villas, GL50 2XE
SO947216
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 579443
Fax: 01242 269330
BODDINGTONS Bitter (H)
GOFFS Jouster Ale (H)
INTERBREW Flowers Original Bitter (H)
WADWORTH 6X (H)
CASTLE EDEN Ale (H)

One bar pub in residential area close to
town centre. Very popular so often
crowded.

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1996


BELL  See Map
70, Bath Road, GL53 7JT
A46
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 521977
BASS Draught Bass (H)

Lively & friendly one-bar town pub close
to the Playhouse Theatre. Attractive
tiled exterior.

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2001


BLUSH  See Map
14, Regent Street, GL50 1HE
Opposite the Regent Arcade's car-park entrance
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 224085
JOHN SMITH'S Bitter (H)
MARSTON'S Pedigree (H)
JOSHUA TETLEY Bitter (H)

Single bar with upstairs pool room and
lounge: discos at weekends. Popular with
students. Happy hour 1900-2110.
Archetypal 1980's building, and interior
pub design as seen by national
breweries. Attached night club. Open
evenings only.

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1996


BOHEMIA  See Map
1A, Imperial Lane, GL50 1PT
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 238001

No Real Ale!
2003


BROWN JUG  See Map
242, Bath Road, GL53 7NB
SO946210
A46
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 521736
website:http://www.brownjug-cheltenham.com/
BADGER Tanglefoot (H)
WADWORTH IPA (H)
WADWORTH 6X (H)
GUEST BEER Regular (H)

Single bar pub with friendly atmosphere,
recently bought and refurbished by
Wadworth. Lunchtime food. Seasonal and
guest beers.

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2001


CAT AND FIDDLE  See Map
63, Whaddon Road, GL52 5NE
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 525450
ARKELL'S 3B (H)

Large red bricked building with spacious
open-plan interior. Friendly atmosphere.
Juke box. Rolls at lunchtime.

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1995


CHELTENHAM MOTOR CLUB  See Map
Upper Park Street, GL52 6SA
Off Hales Road - access from A40 via Crown Passage
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 522590
e-mail:members@cheltmc.com
website:http://www.cheltmc.com/
DONNINGTON BB (H)
GUEST BEER Regular (H)

Located just outside the town centre in
the former Crown Inn. This friendly and
welcoming club, formed in 1906, is open
to all (regular visitors will be asked
to join), card carrying CAMRA members
are always welcome. The enthusiastic
steward normally keeps three ales on tap
(Donnington plus three guest beers). The
club is divided into a bar/TV room and a
games room separated by a folding
partition. The bar is decorated with
motoring paraphernalia and an extensive
collection of pump clips. CAMRA South
West Region Club of the Year 2006 and
Gloucestershire CAMRA's Club of the Year
again in 2008. Parking is very limited
but the club is served by Stagecoach
Service B.

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2007


CIRCUS BAR  See Map
5, Queens Circus, GL50 1RX
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 578393
SAMUEL SMITH OBB (H)

Popular wine bar establishment.
Lunchtime food except Sunday.

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1996


COPA OF CHELTENHAM  See Map
66, Regent Street, GL50 1HA
SO949224
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 254044
GREENE KING IPA (H)
GREENE KING Abbot (H)

With the mixed atmosphere of cafe,
wine-bar and pub it is usually busy
catering for a wide range of customers.
Regular live music.

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2008


COTSWOLD  See Map
17, Portland Street, GL52 2NZ
SO951226
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 526425
WADWORTH IPA (H)
WADWORTH 6X (H)
WADWORTH JCB (G)

Regency building with Victorianised
interior. Separate cellar bar. Live
entertainment.

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2004


COTSWOLD GRANGE HOTEL  See Map
Pittville Circus Road, GL52 2QH
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 515119

No Real Ale!
2003


CROSS HANDS  See Map
Tewkesbury Road, GL51 9SL
SO929241
A4019
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 233847
BODDINGTONS Bitter (H)
INTERBREW Flowers Original Bitter (H)
MARSTON'S Pedigree (H)

Beefeater steak house on outskirts of
town. Accommodation in adjacent Travel
Inn.

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1995


EXMOUTH ARMS  See Map
Bath Road, GL53 7LX
SO946212
A46
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 528149
ARKELL'S 2B (H)
ARKELL'S 3B (H)
ARKELL'S Kingsdown (H)

Modernised pub which still retains its
character and charm. Comfortable
interior decorated with postcards of old
Cheltenham and reminders of a bygone
era. Separate pool and function room
upstairs. Large grassed drinking area.

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2001


FIERY ANGEL  See Map
83, Hewlett Road, GL52 6AD
SO956222
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 582444
WELLS Bombardier (H)
GUEST BEER Regular (H)

Recently refurbished in a cafe-pub style
with modern wood furniture. The old
stone covered floor of the public bar
has been retained and a modern wooden
floor area added. Guest beers include
some from Gloucestershire. No food on
Monday evening.

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2008


FIVE ALLS  See Map
Bath Road, GL53 7ND
On A46
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 570127
FULLER London Pride (H)
GUEST BEER Regular (H)

The last pub in Bath Road to convert
back to real ale. Interesting pub sign.
Sandwiches on request.

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2006


FOX AND HOUNDS  See Map
Prestbury Road, GL52 2DP
B4632 - near football ground
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 523095
GREENE KING IPA (H)
GUEST BEER Regular (H)

Spacious two bar pub with wood panelled
lounge. Handy for the football ground.

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1996


FROG & FIDDLE  See Map
313-315, High Street, GL50 3HE
Near the bowling green
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 701156

No Real Ale!
1999


GEORGE HOTEL  See Map
41-49, St. Georges Road, GL50 3OZ
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 235751
website:http://www.stayathegeorge.co.uk/
BASS Worthington Best Bitter (H)

Two star hotel, with bar open to
non-residents.

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1996


GREATFIELD  See Map
Caernarvon Road, GL51 3BW
SO926202
By Morrisons supermarket
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 864011
e-mail:EmberInns_Greatfield@hotmail.co.uk
BASS Draught Bass (H)
BUTCOMBE Bitter (H)
GUEST BEER Regular (H)

Pleasant large open-plan, one-bar estate
pub. Interior has lots of little areas
with very comfortable seating. Children
under 14 not encouraged. Weekly live
music. There are often five real ales
available with some chosen by the
customers. Food available until 2000
every day.

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2001


GREYHOUND  See Map
198, Hewlett Road, GL52 6UQ
SO963225
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 242839
GOFFS Jouster Ale (H)
GUEST BEER Regular (H)

Large bar with adjacent pool room,
skittle alley and dining area. Garden at
rear. A friendly community pub with an
enthusiastic landlord selling mainly two
or three local real ales. No food on
Sunday evening. THIS PUB IS UNDER THREAT
WITH A PLANNING ORDER 08/006/12/FUL TO
CONVERT TO FLATS, PLEASE WRITE TO
CHELTENHAM PLANNING.

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2008


HATHERLEY  See Map
293, Hatherley Road, GL50 4EL
SO919210
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 571738
GREENE KING IPA (H)

Busy estate local with two large rooms,
one with a bar area and comfortable
raised eating area and game room with
two pool tables and large-screen
television. Wide range of pub food.
Children welcome until 1900.

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1996


HEWLETT ARMS  See Map
Harp Hill, GL52 6QG
SO964224
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 228600
Fax: 01242 527240
BLACK SHEEP Best Bitter (H)
STANWAY Stanney Bitter (H)
JOSHUA TETLEY Bitter (H)
GUEST BEER Regular (H)

Comfortable, relaxed pub, located on the
outskirts of town, it is close to the
football ground and convenient for the
racecourse. It can be very busy, so
booking is recommended for meals
(especially at popular times). Attracts
a wide range of people from all walks of
life. Fronted by a large garden with
patio, which is very pleasant on warm
days. The small car park is located
alongside the garden. A collection of
mugs and jugs, and the naval
paraphernalia are attractive features.

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2002


HOGSHEAD  See Map
73-75 High Street, GL50 1DU
In main pedestrian area
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 257394
WELLS Bombardier (H)
YOUNG'S Bitter (H)

Situated in the pedestrian high-street
this modern style pub offers up to
9 real ales. Cafe style establishment
with wooden floors.

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2001


HOP POLE  See Map
22, Gloucester Road, GL51 8PQ
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 690109
JOSHUA TETLEY Bitter (H)

Comfortable L-shaped bar built on site
of former tram road station. See plaque
on wall.

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1995


IRISH OAK  See Map
322, High Street, GL50 3JP
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 269586

No Real Ale!
1996


JOLLY BREWMASTER  See Map
39, Painswick Road, GL50 2EZ
SO944214
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 512176
CALEDONIAN Deuchars IPA (H)
GREENE KING IPA (H)
HOOK NORTON Old Hooky (H)
GUEST BEER Three Guest Ales (H)

Featured in CAMRA's Good Cider Guide,
this busy pub retains the feel of an
old-fashioned local. It was built as a
coaching inn in 1854 and has kept the
distinctive etched windows and two
original open fires. The unusual
horseshoe-shaped bar has three guest
beers. Good value Sunday lunch and the
courtyard barbecue is free to hire if
you bring your own food.

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2007


JUNCTION  See Map
14, Gloucester Road, GL51 8PG
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 228683

No Real Ale!
2003


KEMBLE BREWERY INN  See Map
27, Fairview Street, GL52 2JF
SO955226
Off ring road in Fairview
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 243446
TAYLOR Landlord (H)
WHITTINGTON'S Cats Whiskers (H)
GUEST BEER Regular (H)

Small but deservedly popular,
back-street local; small, so hard to
find, but worth the effort for its good
atmosphere. Originally built as a
butcher's shop in 1845 it became a pub
in 1847 (the studs on the ceiling are
from where the meat hooks hung). The
first owner came from Kemble and made
cider from apples picked in the rear
orchard. The pub normally offers 5 ales
(2 regular and three guests) and offers
good value, home-made food (not served
Sunday evening). The single bar can get
quite busy but there is an attractive
walled garden. Cheltenham CAMRA Pub of
the year 2001, it is popular with race
goers and home football supporters.

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2004


KING'S ARMS  See Map
140, Gloucester Road, GL51 8NS
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 511198

No Real Ale!
1995


LANDSDOWN CAFE & BAR  See Map
Lansdown Road, GL50 2LG
SO939216
A40 - Westal Green Roundabout
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 522700
GREENE KING IPA (H)
GREENE KING Abbot (H)
GREENE KING Old Speckled Hen (H)

Cellar bar recently refurbished by
Greene King with modern wooden furniture
and floors. Open all day, good value
food available every day until 2000
(1800 on Sunday). Pizzeria upstairs.

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2002


LAZE DAZE  See Map
81, Promenade, GL50 1PJ
SO947222
Council Buildings
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 257878
Fax: 01242 257472
e-mail:lazedaze@btinternet.com
website:http://www.laze-daze.com/
GOFFS Jouster Ale (H)

This former Goff's brewery tap located
on three floors in the Regency council
buildings. The basement is a small bar,
the ground floor the restaurant and the
first floor a function room. The
restaurant has wooden floors and
stylish, but simple, wooden furniture.
Closed Sunday evening.

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2005


MIDLAND  See Map
247, Gloucester Road, GL51 7AA
SO932221
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 234293

No Real Ale!
1995


MODA  See Map
33-35, Albion Street, GL50 1DF
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 230036

No Real Ale!
1996


MONTPELLIER WINE BAR  See Map
Montpellier Street, GL50 1SY
SO944218
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 537774
Fax: 01242 221099
website:http://www.montpellierwinebar.co.uk/
BASS Draught Bass (H)
BODDINGTONS Bitter (H)
JOSHUA TETLEY Bitter (H)

Popular wine bar with white walled
public area with large windows, mirrors
and padded seats and large fan to keep
it cool. Restaurant in basement.

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1996


MOON UNDER WATER  See Map
16-28 Bath Road, GL53 7HA
SO951221
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 583945
BODDINGTONS Bitter (H)
BUTCOMBE Gold (H)
COURAGE Directors (H)
EVERARDS Tiger (H)
THEAKSTON XB (H)

Usual large open plan design. Food area
at rear.

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1999


MORANS  See Map
123-129 Bath Road, GL53 7LS
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 581481
e-mail:moranseatinghouse@tiscali.co.uk
website:http://www.moranseatinghouse.co.uk/
BRAINS Reverend James (H)
GUEST BEER Regular (H)

Popular coffee/wine bar and restaurant.

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2007


NATIONAL HUNT  See Map
Benhall Avenue, GL51 6AF
SO919217
Signed off A40, near Benhall roundabout
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 527461
e-mail:nationalhunt.cheltenham@whitbread.com
GREENE KING IPA (H)
GUEST BEER Two Guest Ales (H)

Behind the 1960s estate pub facade lies
an oasis of real ale in the desert of
western Cheltenham, plus a large screen
TV for sports events. No evening meals
on Sunday.

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2008


NORWOOD  See Map
1, Leckhampton Road, GL53 0AX
SO945209
A46
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 522947
GREENE KING IPA (H)
GREENE KING Abbot (H)
GUEST BEER Two Guest Ales (H)

Large open plan pub pleasantly
refurbished with a rustic theme and food
focussed with an area set aside for
drinkers. Pool table and large screen
television at the opposite end of the
long bar. The landlord is a real ale fan
and so the guest beers are usually of
interest.

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2008


NOSTALGIA  See Map
95, New Street, GL50 3NF
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 527802

No Real Ale!
2003


O'NEILL'S  See Map
23, Montpellier Walk, GL50 1SD
Opposite Montpellier Gardens
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 266011

No Real Ale!
1996


OLD AMSTERDAM  See Map
10, Bath Road, GL53 7HA
SO951221
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 224400

No Real Ale!
2003


OVERTON  See Map
88, St Georges Road, GL50 3EH
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 523371
THEAKSTON Best Bitter (H)
WADWORTH 6X (H)

Continental-styled bar specialising in
good, home-cooked food.

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1995


PARROT  See Map
4, North Place, GL50 4DW
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 570978

No Real Ale!
2003


PRINCE OF WALES  See Map
11, Portland Street, GL52 2NX
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 234044

No Real Ale!
2005


QUE PASA  See Map
15-21 Clarence Street, GL50 3JL
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 230099

No Real Ale!
2005


QUEENS  See Map
Promenade, GL50 1NN
SO947221
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 514724
COURAGE Directors (H)

Cheltenham's top hotel. Very imposing
building. Hotel bar atmosphere.

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1995


RAILWAY INN  See Map
New Street, GL50 3QL
400 yards from Cheltenham museum
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 522925
JENNINGS Cumberland Ale (H)
MARSTON'S Burton Best Bitter (H)

Lounge bar close to former St James
station & coal yard. Two main rooms with
small cosy bar and large lounge with
comfy sofas at one end. Garden with
terrace for smokers. Sausage and Mash
are the main food event with plenty of
types to choose, available every day
until 2100.

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2007


REDGROVE  See Map
Hatherley Lane, GL51 6TA
By Golden Valley roundabout
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 250027
GUEST BEER Regular (H)

Harvester pub with Travel Lodge
attached. Extensive children's
facilities.

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2006


RESIDENCE  See Map
18-20, Montpellier Walk, GL50 1SD
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 523431

No Real Ale!
1996


RETREAT  See Map
10-11, Suffolk Parade, GL50 2AB
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 235436

No Real Ale!
2003


REVOLUTION  See Map
Clarence Parade, GL50 3PA
SO948224
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 269057

No Real Ale!
2000


RIDGE  See Map
Windyridge Road, Wymans Brook, GL50 4RA
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 570728
BASS Draught Bass (H)
COURAGE Directors (H)
JOHN SMITH'S Bitter (H)

Modern split level estate pub with
conservatory. Quiz on Monday nights.
Large free car park to rear of pub.

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1995


ROTUNDA TAVERN  See Map
3, Montpellier Street, GL50 1SX
SO945218
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 522994
IND COOPE Burton Ale (H)
JOSHUA TETLEY Bitter (H)
WADWORTH 6X (H)

Good pub with service to match. Always
busy. A typical tavern.

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1996


ROYAL UNION  See Map
37, Hatherley Street, GL50 2TT
Tivoli, off A40 near Westal Green roundabout
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 224686
JOSHUA TETLEY Bitter (H)
GUEST BEER Regular (H)

This back-street local has a strikingly
decorated snug to contrast with the
traditional bar area. Skittle alley in
the bar - can be noisy if locals are
winning. Sunday lunch must be booked.
Minchew's cider is sold in summer.

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2000


ROYAL WELL TAVERN  See Map
5, Royal Well Place, GL50 3DN
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 221212
website:http://www.theroyalwelltavern.com/
BLACK SHEEP Best Bitter (H)

Recently refurbished bar and resturant.
Food available every day except Sunday.

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2008


RUSSELL ARMS  See Map
1, Hales Road (Off A40), GL52 6SD
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 524844

No Real Ale!
1996


ST. GEORGES VAULTS  See Map
53, St. Georges Place, GL50 3LA
SO947226
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 525561
BRAKSPEAR Bitter (H)
GREENE KING Old Speckled Hen (H)

Cosy one-bar town pub popular with
students and businessmen alike.
Lunchtime snacks.

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1996


ST. JAMES HOTEL  See Map
Ambrose Street, GL50 3LH
SO946226
Corner of Ambrose St. and Manchester Street.
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 522860
Fax: 01242 578829
ARKELL'S 2B (H)
ARKELL'S 3B (H)
ARKELL'S Kingsdown (H)

Rejuvenated Victorian "town centre" pub.
Comfortable and tasteful interior -
formerly the "Station Hotel". Seasonal
Arkell's guest beers. Good selection of
food.

AccommodationEvening MealsLunchtime MealsFunction Room
1996


SALISBURY  See Map
Montpellier Street, GL50 1SX
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 583205
HOOK NORTON Old Hooky (H)
WICKWAR Cotswold Way (H)
GUEST BEER Regular (H)

Newly refurbished comfortable pub
complete with a couple of sofas. Food
served 1000-1600 every day.

Lunchtime MealsTraditional Pub Games
2002


SHAMROCK  See Map
386, High Street, GL50 3JD
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 690128
BRAINS Buckley's Best Bitter (H)

Rough & ready pub.

Real Draught CiderLunchtime MealsTraditional Pub GamesSkittles
1996


SHERBORNE ARMS  See Map
Sherborne Street, GL52 2JY
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 523904

No Real Ale!
1996


SLAK  See Map
16, Bath Street, GL50 1YE
SO951223
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 524011
BASS Draught Bass (H)
BODDINGTONS Bitter (H)
FULLER London Pride (H)

Continental bar serving ale by the jug
as well as pints. Guest beers.

AccommodationFamilies WelcomeEvening MealsLunchtime Meals
1996


SLUG & LETTUCE  See Map
1, Regent Street, GL50 1HE
Near Everyman theatre
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 222989
COURAGE Best Bitter (H)
GOFFS Jouster Ale (H)

Modern, open plan style free house. Can
be busy at weekends. Good disabled
access.

Disabled FacilitiesFamilies WelcomeEvening MealsLunchtime Meals
1996


SOMERSET ARMS  See Map
30, Moorend Street, GL53 0E
Off A46
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 523899
FULLER London Pride (H)
HOOK NORTON Best Bitter (H)
WADWORTH 6X (H)

Everything a lively local should be,
with a good cross section of customers
and activities. Collection of 50's
memorabilia. Table football.

Disabled FacilitiesFamilies WelcomeOutdoor Drinking AreaFunction RoomTraditional Pub GamesSIBA Direct Delivery SchemeSkittles
1995


STRAND  See Map
40-42 High Street, GL50 1EE
Tel. Cheltenham (1242) 511848
Fax: 01242 511659
HOOK NORTON Old Hooky (H)

Bustling young persons' bar with a
wine-bar atmosphere.

Evening MealsLunchtime Meals
2004


SUDELEY ARMS  See Map
25, Prestbury Road, GL52 2PN
B4632- Near Pittville Gates (Use Stage Coach A Service)
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 510697
GOFFS Jouster Ale (H)
GUEST BEER Four Guest Ales (H)

Built in 1826, this friendly and
welcoming pub is just a few minutes walk
from the football ground (away fans
welcome). The pub is loosely divided
into three rooms (public and lounge bars
and a dining area). The enthusiastic
landlord takes pride in his ales and
also provides cider and perry from
Weston's (in containers), the pub is
listed in CAMRA's Good Cider Guide. The
pub has a dog called Misty.

Real Draught CiderFamilies WelcomeOutdoor Drinking AreaPublic BarTraditional Pub GamesQuiet Pub
2007


SUFFOLK ARMS  See Map
40, Suffolk Road, GL50 2AQ
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 238149
BASS Draught Bass (H)
BODDINGTONS Bitter (H)
WHITBREAD Flowers Original (H)
WICKWAR Brand Oak Bitter (H)

Friendly, comfortable single-bar local
on outer ring road, formerly a hotel.
Popular with lunch-time office workers.

Real Draught CiderDisabled FacilitiesFamilies WelcomeOutdoor Drinking AreaEvening MealsLunchtime MealsFunction RoomTraditional Pub GamesSkittles
1996


SWAN  See Map
37, High Street, GL50 1DX
SO952221
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 584929
Fax: 01242 237799
website:http://www.theswan-cheltenham.co.uk/
GUEST BEER Beer range varies (H)

Attractively refurbished with wooden
floors, comfortable settees and outdoor
drinking area. Popular with the younger
drinker. Changing displays by local
artists in the conservatory. Food
available every day, until 1400
lunchtimes & 2100 in the evenings.
Cheltenham CAMRA sub-branch Pub of the
Year 2005-2007.

Cask MarqueDisabled FacilitiesFamilies WelcomeOutdoor Drinking AreaEvening MealsLunchtime MealsFunction RoomTraditional Pub Games
2007


TAILORS  See Map
4, Cambray Place, GL50 1JS
SO951223
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 255453
BADGER Tanglefoot (H)
SMILES Best Bitter (H)
WADWORTH IPA (H)
WADWORTH 6X (H)

Creeper-clad 2-level pub recently
acquired by Wadworth and has undergone a
sympathetic restoration. Sofas and
armchairs provide a comfortable setting
upstairs. The downstairs bar is popular
with students. Sir Benjamin Baker (civil
engineer) lived in a farm cottage on the
site. Lunchtime food. Guest beers.

Cask MarqueFamilies WelcomeOutdoor Drinking AreaLunchtime MealsFunction Room
1996


TIVOLI  See Map
36, Andover Road, Tivoli, GL50 2TJ
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 529417

No Real Ale!
1996


TWO PIGS  See Map
Church Street, GL50 3HA
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 226030
BASS Draught Bass (H)
BASS Worthington Best Bitter (H)
JOHN SMITH'S Bitter (H)

Large town centre bar off the High
Street. Shoppers and office workers make
up the lunchtime customers whilst
students predominate in the evenings.
Good value food with large helpings.
Live bands. A disco in the evenings.

Outdoor Drinking AreaEvening MealsLunchtime MealsTraditional Pub GamesReal Fire
1995


UMBRELLA  See Map
Orchard Way, Arle, GL51 7LD
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 521178

No Real Ale!
1995


VARSITY AT THE RESTORATION  See Map
55-57, High Street, GL50 1DX
SO952222
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 522792
GUEST BEER Beer range varies (H)

This Barracuda-owned, city-centre pub
has up to six hand pumps serving
rotating beers from St Austell,
Wychwood, Wye Valley. The 16th-century
black and white facade hides a large
open-plan interior with two snugs. Meals
are served 1200-2100. No children are
admitted.

Families WelcomeEvening MealsLunchtime Meals
2005


VAULTS  See Map
47-49, Promenade, GL50 1PJ
SO949224
Basement of council block
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 510032
COURAGE Best Bitter (H)
THEAKSTON Best Bitter (H)
THEAKSTON XB (H)

Smart basement bar in main shopping
area.

Outdoor Drinking AreaLunchtime Meals
1995


VICTORIA INN  See Map
59, St. Pauls Road, GL50 4JA
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 234765

No Real Ale!
2004


VINE  See Map
47, High Street, GL50 1DU
SO952221
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 576812
ADNAMS Bitter (H)
HOOK NORTON Best Bitter (H)

Narrow, multi-level town pub with rare
tiled exterior. Thai food available.

Families WelcomeEvening MealsLunchtime MealsRegional Inventory
2003


YATES'S WINE LODGE  See Map
Crescent Terrace, GL50 3PE
SO947224
Tel. Cheltenham (01242) 250710

No Real Ale!
2000


©Campaign for Real Ale Ltd. 2008.
Comments to Steve Harborne
Last updated on 05/10/2008