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Poetic License, Sunderland

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Operator: One Step Social Ltd
9-13 Roker Terrace, North, Sunderland, SR6 9NB (View on Google Map)
(0191) 567 1786
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Poetic License has fine views of the mouth of the River Wear and seashore. With a blend of modern and traditional decor, there are distinct areas for dining with wood paneled ceilings and comfortable seating. Daily meal deals are available Monday to Thursday (see website). Disabled access is to the left of the Roker Hotel reception.

NOTE Sharps Handpull spotted January 2025

Within Roker Park Conservation Area

Information for this venue is provided by the Sunderland & South Tyneside Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
R Bar
Local Authority
Sunderland City Council
Last updated
Last surveyed
26/01/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
unknown
Pub ID
SUN/6518
Asset of Community Value
Monday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Friday
11:00am - 1:00am
Saturday
11:00am - 1:00am
Sunday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Monday
Noon - 8:45pm
Tuesday
Noon - 8:45pm
Wednesday
Noon - 8:45pm
Thursday
Noon - 8:45pm
Friday
Noon - 8:45pm
Saturday
Noon - 8:45pm
Sunday
Noon - 8:45pm
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Current beers

This Pub serves no changing beers and 1 regular beer.

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Sharp's - Solar Wave TasteMatch Prediction

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Sharp's Solar Wave Pump Clip
Sharp's - Solar Wave Premium Pale Ale • 4.6%
Sharp's Solar Wave Pump Clip
Sharp's - Solar Wave

This beer is served regularly at Poetic License, Sunderland.

ABV 4.6%
Cask
Style Premium Pale Ale
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Source: National

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Facilities
Sports TV Sports TV
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Live Music Live Music
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Mobility Access Statement Mobility Access Statement
Disabled access is to the left of the Roker Hotel reception.
Parking Parking
Accommodation Accommodation
Restaurant Restaurant
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
Cask Ale Cask Ale
Transport
Close to bus routes (50m)
Stagecoach NE: E1

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