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Barge, Milton Keynes

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Operator: Vintage Inns (Mitchells & Butlers)
15 Newport Road, Woolstone, Milton Keynes, MK15 0AE (View on Google Map)
(01908) 233841
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Pub was built in the early 19th century near to the under-construction Grand Junction (now Grand Union) canal linking London with Birmingham. It thrived on trade from the navvies building the canal and then from the narrow boat crews and passengers. Up until well into the 20th century, the beer served at the Barge was brought through on trays from the store at the front of the building.

The pub has three hand pulls, serving beers from the M&B catalogue.

Refurbished in 2022, the modern pub has seating in different areas, mostly given to dining. The bar area has an open fire. The dining area has a large conservatory-like area.

There are two gardens to front and rear of the pub.

The now offer for purchase and takeaway a selection of artisan breads & pastries, preserves, relishes & chutneys and some premium spirits.

Historic Interest

Built early 19th century to profit from the building and use of the Grand Junction canal.

Information for this venue is provided by the Milton Keynes & N Bucks Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Barge Inn
Local Authority
Milton Keynes (B)
Last updated
19/07/2024
Last surveyed
12/05/2022
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Mitchells & Butlers
Pub ID
BUN/1890
Asset of Community Value
Monday
9:00am - 11:30pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 11:30pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 11:30pm
Thursday
9:00am - 11:30pm
Friday
9:00am - 11:30pm
Saturday
9:00am - 11:30pm
Sunday
9:00am - 11:00pm
Monday
9:00am - 10:30pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 10:30pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 10:30pm
Thursday
9:00am - 10:30pm
Friday
9:00am - 10:30pm
Saturday
9:00am - 10:30pm
Sunday
9:00am - 10:30pm
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Current beers

This Pub serves 2 changing beers and 1 regular beer.

Regular and recently seen

Sharp's - Doom Bar TasteMatch Prediction

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Sharp's Doom Bar Pump Clip-1
Sharp's - Doom Bar Session Bitter • 4%
Sharp's Doom Bar Pump Clip-1
Sharp's - Doom Bar

This beer is served regularly at Barge, Milton Keynes.

ABV 4%
Dispense Handpump
Style Session Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No
Changing

Changing beers typically include: Adnams - Ghost Ship , Fuller's - London Pride , Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter

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Facilities
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Garden Garden
With tables and seating at both front and rear.
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Disabled Access Disabled Access
Parking Parking
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Dogs allowed in front bar area, with treats available.
Real Fire Real Fire
Restaurant Restaurant
Separate Bar Separate Bar
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
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Cask Marque Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating
Cask Marque: Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating 5 out of 5
Transport
Close to bus routes (350m)
Arriva: 8; Unibus: C1
Closest station (3500m)
Milton Keynes Central

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