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The Eclipse is a small two-roomed pub dating from around 1540, enviably located on a quiet street between the High Street and the Cathedral. The timeless front lounge contains the small corner bar, a wood burner, and an impressive ancient ceiling and timber pillars. Beyond is a small back room and ancient toilets. There is also a hidden upstairs room with extra seating - follow signs to the Ladies.
An architect's drawing shows the pub to have been modernized in 1925 for the Lion brewery, although the lamp on the non-vertical frontage has Strongs name on it. Another notice describes some of the history of the pub, including the death of Lady Alicia Lyle, and her subsequent ghost. The appealing menu of lunchtime dishes and specials are recommended, as are the Sunday roasts. Outside the pub, on the broad pavement, are benches, tables and chairs.
Historic Interest
Grade II Listed. Historic England Reference: 1174025
One star - A pub interior of special national historic interest
Listed status: II
A 16th-century building which was extensively restored in the 1920s by the Lion Brewery (taken over by Strongs of Romsey in 1931) as evidenced by a copy of the revised plans approved by Winchester CC on 23/6/25 framed on the L/H wall. Strongs name appears on the exterior lantern. The facade was refronted in Tudor Revival style and the interior refitted including a wood beamed ceiling that arches over the fireplace. There is a single front bar with 1920s counter and brick fireplace but the bar back could be more recent as is most of the fixed seating but the rear settle bench could be older. At the rear is a small smoke room with part of an old counter, the rest having been removed to allow access to the ladies' toilet upstairs. Both the counter and the fixed bare back seating pre-date 1920 but the brick fireplace is modern. Upstairs a function room has been created from former private use.
A 16th-century building which was extensively restored in the 1920s by the Lion Brewery (taken over by Strongs of Romsey in 1931) as evidenced by a copy of the revised plans approved by Winchester CC on 23/6/25 framed on the L/H wall. Strongs name appears on the exterior lantern. The facade was refronted in Tudor Revival style and the interior refitted including a wood beamed ceiling that arches over the fireplace. There is a single front bar with 1920s counter and brick fireplace but the bar back could be more recent as is most of the fixed seating but the rear settle bench could be older. At the rear is a small smoke room with part of an old counter, the rest having been removed to allow access to the ladies' toilet upstairs. Both the counter and the fixed bare back seating pre-date 1920 but the brick fireplace is modern. Upstairs a function room has been created from former private use.
This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 2 regular beers.
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