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A fascinating old multi-roomed pub, dating back to 1641, that has been in the same family for over 50 years. Situated in the main town square, this venerable pub is well known for a good range of tasty locally sourced produce it having won some highly prestigious awards, e.g. Good Pub Guide Welsh Dining Pub of the Year.

The front room with its homely dark decor is broadly divided into two sections and is very popular with diners, while there is also a cosy snug by a front window. There is an almost bewildering array of artefacts to look at, there is hardly any space on the walls or ceiling timbers for additions! Note the gallery of old black & white and sepia pictures, agricultural implements, the fine collection of plaques from former businesses and the unusual brass taps on the front panel of the bar (not in use). Further in there is a framed collection of cigarette cards (remember them?) and sketches of local scenes, while the rear Tack Room (also used as a function room) displays equine tack donated by the owners of Usk Castle that lies nearby (privately owned but entry can be gained with permission).

During the summer months the front is a blaze of colour from the hanging baskets and potted plants.

The neighbouring Hoofs Coffee Shop is part of the same business. Parking is available in the Square.

Report September 2024: You may be refused drinks service if they are later fully booked for food.

Historic Interest

Grade II Listed. Historic Wales / Cadw reference 2208. https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?id=2208

Information for this venue is provided by the Gwent Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Sir Fynwy - Monmouthshire
Last updated
20/10/2024
Last surveyed
21/02/2017
Pub ID
NEW/2
Asset of Community Value
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Opening
Monday
9:30am - 2:30pm & 5:00pm - 10:30pm
Tuesday
9:30am - 2:30pm & 5:00pm - 10:30pm
Wednesday
9:30am - 2:30pm & 5:00pm - 10:30pm
Thursday
9:30am - 2:30pm & 5:00pm - 10:30pm
Friday
9:30am - 2:30pm & 5:00pm - 10:30pm
Saturday
9:30am - 2:30pm & 5:00pm - 10:30pm
Sunday
9:30am - 2:30pm & 5:00pm - 10:30pm
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Current beers

This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 2 regular beers.

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Nags Head, Usk

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Facilities
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Disabled Access Disabled Access
Restaurant Restaurant
Smoking Smoking
Features
Real Ale Real Ale
LocAle LocAle
Quiet Quiet
Transport
Close to bus routes (30m)
60, 63
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