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Olde Kings Head - Chester. (Pub, External, Key). Published on 29-11-2012
Image: Olde Kings Head - Chester. (Pub, External, Key). Published on 29-11-2012
Published on 23-02-2017
Image: Published on 23-02-2017

Olde Kings Head, Chester

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48-50 Lower Bridge Street, Chester, CH1 1RS (View on Google Map)
(01244) 324855
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Dating from 1622, this is the former abode of Randle Holme, Mayor of Chester before the Civil War (four generations of his family worked as Chester Heralds and historians in the 17th Century). The attractive black and white timbered exterior leads into an atmospheric, effective mock-Tudor, dimly-lit, low-beamed lounge with cosy alcove seating. A partitioned side room enables the portraited company of Henry VIII and Charles I.

Information for this venue is provided by the West Cheshire Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester (B)
Last updated
03/11/2024
Last surveyed
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Heineken UK
Pub ID
CLW/647
Asset of Community Value

Half timbered building which, according to the Blue Plaque outside, was built 1633 as a private residence. Surviving features are few. Some old timbers, including supports, but just as many modern ones. Two stone fireplaces (but one could be re-positioned - at front). Opened out in 1930s with some work of that period including the bar counter - but bar back is c2000s work and all modern. Modern seating throughout.

Half timbered building which, according to the Blue Plaque outside, was built 1633 as a private residence. Surviving features are few. Some old timbers, including supports, but just as many modern ones. Two stone fireplaces (but one could be re-positioned - at front). Opened out in 1930s with some work of that period including the bar counter - but bar back is c2000s work and all modern. Modern seating throughout.

General information about historic pub interiors
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Current beers

This Pub serves 3 changing beers and 0 regular beers.

Changing

Changing beers typically include: MBH Beer (varies) , Sharp's - Doom Bar

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outside pavement seating
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Transport
Close to bus routes
Arriva: 13; Stagecoach: 16
Closest station (1300m)
Chester

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