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Hero of Aliwal, Whittlesey

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1 Briggate E Street, Whittlesey, PE7 1DE (View on Google Map)

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Formerly the White Lion and became the Hero in the 1950s, named after Sir Harry Smith, a Whittlesey-born soldier who led the British to victory in the Battle of Aliwal, in the Punjab. The pub comprises a bar with pool table and separate lounge/restaurant. Chinese chef serves up both Chinese and traditional English foods. Ales usually sold in bottles only, but a mini beer festival is held during Straw Bear weekend in early January. Closed on Sundays. May 2015 - reported as only being open at weekends.

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Named after local hero Sir Harry Smith who fought in the Punjab.

Information for this venue is provided by the Peterborough & District Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
White Lion
Local Authority
Fenland District
Last updated
21/12/2018
Last surveyed
01/07/2010
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
unknown
Pub ID
PET/383
Asset of Community Value
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