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Royal Oak, Cardiff

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Opens at 11:00am
17 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 1DA (View on Google Map)
(029) 2062 8287
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The Victorian frontage of this pub seems at odds with the modernised neighbouring shop fronts on either side. A traditional two-roomer with a public bar at the front and a larger room at the rear accessed via a side entrance or from the bar by a short corridor. The front bar is fairly intimate with TVs delivering sports and news; it seems to be where the regulars meet for a chat and to enjoy some craic. Of note here is a copy of the deeds of the premises when it was bought in 1898 for the then princely sum of £1,250. Apart from some photographs, the rear room has a mainly music theme with many black & white pictures depicting musicians, musical instruments, and musical artwork, plus a large 19th century map of the local area. It hosts live bands every Friday and every other Saturday, as well as karaoke on Thursdays. Outdoor seating is available at both the front pavement area and beside the rear entrance.

Information for this venue is provided by the Cardiff Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Caerdydd - Cardiff
Last updated
Last surveyed
20/06/2024
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
unknown
Pub ID
CAR/493
Asset of Community Value
Monday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday
11:00am - Midnight
Thursday
11:00am - Midnight
Friday
11:00am - Midnight
Saturday
11:00am - Midnight
Sunday
11:00am - 11:00pm
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Facilities
Sports TV Sports TV
Garden Garden
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Newspapers Newspapers
Separate Bar Separate Bar
Smoking Smoking
Wi Fi Wi Fi
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Transport
Close to bus routes (50m)
Cardiff Bus: 21 23 24 25; Stagecoach: 132
Nearby Station (850m)
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