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S. Fowler & Co, Ryde

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Operator: Wetherspoon
41-43 Union Street, Ryde, PO33 2LF (View on Google Map)
(01983) 812112
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Although not the most charismatic pub in the Wetherspoon's chain, this converted drapery store offers a varied range of well-kept beers. The pub is in the centre of town, with a bus stop conveniently outside, and is as popular as one expects from a Wetherspoons. Beer is consistently good, with beers being constantly rotated. The pub’s name was at the suggestion of the local CAMRA branch; not only is it the name of the former store, but also that of the first local CAMRA chairman and revered early campaigner. There is an upstairs restaurant which is family friendly. No music, so fulfils the CAMRA definition of a ‘quiet’ pub, but the noise of chattering voices is often cacophonous!

Information for this venue is provided by the Isle of Wight Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Isle of Wight
Last updated
Last surveyed
01/03/2026
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Wetherspoon
Pub ID
IOW/4
Asset of Community Value
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Monday
8:00am ‑ Midnight
Tuesday
8:00am ‑ Midnight
Wednesday
8:00am ‑ Midnight
Thursday
8:00am ‑ Midnight
Friday
8:00am ‑ 1:00am
Saturday
8:00am ‑ 1:00am
Sunday
8:00am ‑ Midnight
Monday
8:00am ‑ 11:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am ‑ 11:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am ‑ 11:00pm
Thursday
8:00am ‑ 11:00pm
Friday
8:00am ‑ 11:00pm
Saturday
8:00am ‑ 11:00pm
Sunday
8:00am ‑ 11:00pm
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Current beers

This Pub serves 6 changing beers and 3 regular beers.

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Greene King - Abbot TasteMatch Prediction

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Greene King - Abbot Premium Bitter • 5% Spotted twice
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Greene King - Abbot

This beer is served regularly and Spotted twice. at S. Fowler & Co, Ryde.

ABV 5%
Cask
Style Premium Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Ruddles - County TasteMatch Prediction

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Ruddles - County
Ruddles - County Session Bitter • 4.3%
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Ruddles - County

This beer is served regularly at S. Fowler & Co, Ryde.

ABV 4.3%
Cask
Style Session Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

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Sharp's - Doom Bar Session Bitter • 4% Spotted twice
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Sharp's - Doom Bar

This beer is served regularly and Spotted twice. at S. Fowler & Co, Ryde.

ABV 4%
Cask
Style Session Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No
Changing

Changing beers typically include: Goddards (varies) , Island (varies)

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Facilities
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Mobility Access Statement Mobility Access Statement
Level access and an accessible toilet behind the bar in the ground floor. RADAR key access
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Guide dogs and assistance dogs only in line with Wetherspoons guidelines.
Restaurant Restaurant
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
Cask Ale Cask Ale
LocAle LocAle
Cask Marque Cask Marque
Beer Festival Beer Festival
Various themed festivals during the year
Quiet Quiet
CAMRA Voucher Scheme CAMRA Voucher Scheme
Member Discount Scheme Member Discount Scheme
Vouchers
Cask Marque Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating
Cask Marque: Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating 5 out of 5
Transport
Close to bus routes (25m)
Southern Vectis: 4, 9
Bus Station 430metres
Nearby Station (420m)
Ryde Esplanade
Ordnance Survey Reference
SZ59109270
Directions
Top of Union St

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