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Old Bull's Head Inn, Newcastle-under-Lyme

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Operator: Joule's
6 Lad Lane, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 1RE (View on Google Map)

Charming, old-fashioned Joule's pub in the town centre, the oldest in Newcastle, dating from the 14th Century. Beware of low beams when entering. The bar is on the left of the entrance, whilst the right hand side forms a cosy snug. At the back is a small garden. The pub has a mellow, relaxing ambience.

Historic Interest

Oldest traditional pub in Newcastle.

Information for this venue is provided by the Potteries Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Newcastle-under-Lyme District (B)
Last updated
12/03/2025
Last surveyed
11/03/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Joule's
Pub ID
POT/1317
Asset of Community Value

Early 17th century pub in the town centre pedestrian area.The right hand snug area is full of characterful with lots of original fittings and may be worth a try also entry. The main bar was refurbished in the 1980s when the pub was 'Orished'.

Early 17th century pub in the town centre pedestrian area.The right hand snug area is full of characterful with lots of original fittings and may be worth a try also entry. The main bar was refurbished in the 1980s when the pub was 'Orished'.

General information about historic pub interiors
Monday
Noon - 7:00pm
Tuesday
Noon - 7:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 9:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 9:00pm
Friday
Noon - Midnight
Saturday
Noon - Midnight
Sunday
Noon - 7:00pm

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Current beers

This Pub serves 2 changing beers and 3 regular beers.

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Joule's - Pale Ale TasteMatch Prediction

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Joule's - Pale Ale
Joule's - Pale Ale Session Pale Ale • 4.1% Spotted 5 times.
Joule's - Pale Ale
Joule's - Pale Ale

This beer is served regularly and Spotted 5 times. at Old Bull's Head Inn, Newcastle-under-Lyme.

ABV 4.1%
Dispense Handpump
Style Session Pale Ale
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Joule's - Slumbering Monk TasteMatch Prediction

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Joule's - Slumbering Monk
Joule's - Slumbering Monk Premium Bitter • 4.5% Spotted 19 times.
Joule's - Slumbering Monk
Joule's - Slumbering Monk

This beer is served regularly and Spotted 19 times. at Old Bull's Head Inn, Newcastle-under-Lyme.

ABV 4.5%
Dispense Handpump
Style Premium Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Joule's - Pure Blonde TasteMatch Prediction

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Joule's - Pure Blonde
Joule's - Pure Blonde Session Blond Ale • 3.8% Spotted once.
Joule's - Pure Blonde
Joule's - Pure Blonde

This beer is served regularly and Spotted once. at Old Bull's Head Inn, Newcastle-under-Lyme.

ABV 3.8%
Dispense Handpump
Style Session Blond Ale
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No
Changing

Changing beers typically include: Joule's (seasonal)

Source: Regional


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Facilities
Live Music Live Music
Tueday night acoustic evening
Garden Garden
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Disabled Access Disabled Access
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Games Games
Darts
Real Fire Real Fire
Smoking Smoking
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
Cask Ale Cask Ale
LocAle LocAle
Joule's
Quiet Quiet
Transport
Close to bus routes
Any bus to Newcastle Bus Station

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