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Hero of Aliwal, Whittlesey


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

This Pub is Permanently Closed

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 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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