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Pen & Wig, Newport

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Large pub formed out of former business premises. The interior is essentially open plan but is skilfully divided up into a number of areas and levels creating a rambling feel, all enhanced by much use of wooden decor and columns near the ornate bar counter. Live music features and there is a large function room, sometimes referred to as the club, upstairs which is available for hire. The pub attracts a good cross section of customers and has built up a loyal clientele since it first emerged on the scene. It sells prodigious amounts of Draught Bass, it being the last local bastion of this famous Burton Upon Trent ale which was once commonly available in the city centre. The pub is a strong supporter of Welsh breweries while occasionally it sells ales from further afield. A dark ale is nearly always on sale. Look around to see the impressive number of pumpclip stickers arrayed around the upper level of the walls. A choice of Lilley's ciders is also available. At the rear of the premises is a large decked area with a TV which is very popular in fine weather. This area was considerably enhanced in 2021 when only outdoor service was available. The kitchen/grill specialises in steaks but also offers a good range of food catering mainly for carnivores but with some and vegetarian options. Two sections are laid up for dining but you can more or less eat anywhere. Sunday evening has seen the return of live jazz while open mic night on Thursday is popular. There is a bus stop at the rear for some westbound services. CAMRA Members are entitled to 10% discount on Real Ale with a current Membership Card

Information for this venue is provided by the Gwent Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Georgian House
Local Authority
Casnewydd - Newport
Last updated
04/03/2025
Last surveyed
01/03/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
J W Bassett Pubs & Bars Ltd
Pub ID
NEW/39
Asset of Community Value
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Monday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Friday
11:00am - Midnight
Saturday
11:00am - Midnight
Sunday
11:00am - 9:00pm
Monday
11:00am - 9:00pm
Tuesday
11:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday
11:00am - 9:00pm
Thursday
11:00am - 9:00pm
Friday
11:00am - 9:00pm
Saturday
11:00am - 9:00pm
Sunday
Noon - 8:00pm

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Current beers

This Pub serves 3 changing beers and 2 regular beers.

Regular and recently seen

Draught Bass - Draught Bass TasteMatch Prediction

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Draught Bass - Draught Bass
Draught Bass - Draught Bass Premium Bitter • 4.4% Spotted once
Draught Bass - Draught Bass
Draught Bass - Draught Bass

This beer is served regularly and Spotted once at Pen & Wig, Newport.

ABV 4.4%
Dispense Handpump
Style Premium Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Glamorgan - Jemimas Pitchfork TasteMatch Prediction

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Glamorgan - Jemimas Pitchfork
Glamorgan - Jemimas Pitchfork Premium Golden Ale • 4.5% Spotted 24 times
Glamorgan - Jemimas Pitchfork
Glamorgan - Jemimas Pitchfork

This beer is served regularly and Spotted 24 times at Pen & Wig, Newport.

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

Fine Tuned - Twist and Stout TasteMatch Prediction

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Fine Tuned - Twist and Stout
Fine Tuned - Twist and Stout Session Stout • 4.5% Spotted twice
Fine Tuned - Twist and Stout
Fine Tuned - Twist and Stout

Spotted twice recently. Last spotted 1 week ago at Pen & Wig, Newport.

ABV 4.5%
Style Session Stout
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No
Changing

Changing beers typically include: Bluestone (varies) , Quantock (varies) , Tudor (varies)

The venue's range of changing beers regularly includes the following rare beer styles: Porter , Stout , Strong IPA

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Facilities
Sports TV Sports TV
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Live Music Live Music
open mic Thursday evening; jazz Sunday evening
Garden Garden
decking area at rear
Parking Parking
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Function Room Function Room
Free hire
Games Games
Smoking Smoking
covered area at rear
Features
Cask Ale Cask Ale
LocAle LocAle
Cask Marque Cask Marque
Member Discount Scheme Member Discount Scheme
10%
Cask Marque Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating
Cask Marque: Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating 5 out of 5
Transport
Close to bus routes (50m)
Stagecoach: 151 (Newport-Blackwood)
Nearby Station (500m)
Newport (South Wales)

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