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A tiny and remarkable undercroft bar situated in the one-time cellars of the abbot of this substantial, but ultimately doomed Augustinian monastery. Deserted by the monks even before the Dissolution, the ruins dominate the valley floor between two towering and beautiful ridges. A captivating site to visit at any time of year. These days few live in the tiny hamlet, or indeed in the whole valley, walkers and trekkers outnumbering locals at weekends and holidays. Note no wi-fi or mobile phone signal, no TVs and shared accommodation facilities, an ideal place if wishing to escape the modern world!
Take care, the opening times shown are for the Summer high season (July & August). During the Summer low season (April-June, September & October) the times are: Tue-Fri 11am-3pm, 6-11pm, Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-9pm; Winter season (November-March) opening times are Fri 6-11pm, Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 12-4pm - best check before setting out.
Historic Interest
Featured in Real heritage Pubs of Wales. The bar is housed in a 13th century crypt of the Augustinian priory with an equally ancient spiral staircase leading to the accommodation. Listed among CAMRA's Outstand Conversions and restorations > ttps://ocrpubs.camra.org.uk/pubs/171
Wales is blessed with numerous abbey remains but few perpetuate the monastic tradition of beer. We can therefore highly recommend a visit to the 13th century Crypt Bar of Llanthony Priory. Deep in the two-bay vaulted undercroft, it consists of two distinct areas of character. The bar counter on the left is at least 40 years old and was slightly moved about 20 years ago, which could be the date of the bench seating in the form of settles, and there is some inter-war panelling on the walls. If you avail yourself of the accommodation (or book a table for a meal) you can drink in the splendid residents’ lounge/dining room with a vaulted ceiling, early-19th-century range fireplace, and antique settle. As one would expect from such an ancient building you have to take a narrow 13th-century spiral staircase to the four bedrooms, one of which has a vaulted roof.
Court House Farm alongside the hotel has a campsite with basic facilities and offers riding for both experienced riders and beginners (01873 890359/ www.llanthony.co.uk). The ruins of the priory are open all year.
Wales is blessed with numerous abbey remains but few perpetuate the monastic tradition of beer. We can therefore highly recommend a visit to the 13th century Crypt Bar of Llanthony Priory. Deep in the two-bay vaulted undercroft, it consists of two distinct areas of character. The bar counter on the left is at least 40 years old and was slightly moved about 20 years ago, which could be the date of the bench seating in the form of settles, and there is some inter-war panelling on the walls. If you avail yourself of the accommodation (or book a table for a meal) you can drink in the splendid residents’ lounge/dining room with a vaulted ceiling, early-19th-century range fireplace, and antique settle. As one would expect from such an ancient building you have to take a narrow 13th-century spiral staircase to the four bedrooms, one of which has a vaulted roof.
Court House Farm alongside the hotel has a campsite with basic facilities and offers riding for both experienced riders and beginners (01873 890359/ www.llanthony.co.uk). The ruins of the priory are open all year.
Conversion
A tiny, remarkable bar housed in the C13 crypt of an Augustinian priory whose substantial ruins dominate the valley between towering ridges. The bar has bench seating and settles and wall panelling, creating a characterful, pubby feel but respectful of the space. The splendid residents' lounge has a vaulted ceiling, early C19 range fireplace and antique settle. There is an ancient spiral staircase leading to the accommodation. It is well worth the long trip up the valley to this hamlet. There are real ales, meals and accommodation. The pub is closed on Mondays and between October and Easter the bar is liable to open only at weekends; it is best to check before setting out.
This Pub serves 2 changing beers and 1 regular beer.
Llanthony Priory Hotel, Llanthony
Summer
Changing beers typically include: Tudor (varies) , Untapped Brewing Co (varies)
Source: Regional
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