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Red Lion, Newport

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47 Stow Hill, Newport, NP20 1JH (View on Google Map)
(01633) 961438
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One of the last remaining traditional pubs in the city just off the centre. Styled as an ale house with two large casks hanging over the bar and an old beer engine on display, it retains a local feel whilst welcoming visitors from far and wide. There is a heavy emphasis on sport and rugby union in particular, note the WRU club crests on display as well as pictures. It's a regular haunt for followers of Newport Saracens, Newport RFC and the Dragons teams. The Shove Ha'penny board is well used and often draws interest from those not familiar with this little known pub game where Newport remains one of its few strongholds. Well worth seeking out and just far enough away from the night club scene to retain a convivial atmosphere. Live music on a Sunday evening is popular.

Historic Interest

Where the Newport branch of CAMRA was founded in April 1974. The branch changed its name to Newport & Monmouthshire Branch before becoming Gwent CAMRA. Gwent CAMRA Pub of the Year 1997.

Information for this venue is provided by the Gwent Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Casnewydd - Newport
Last updated
11/03/2025
Last surveyed
31/01/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Punch Pubs & Co (Punch Taverns)
Pub ID
NEW/1
Asset of Community Value
Sunday
Noon - 11:00pm
Monday
2:00pm - 11:00pm
Tuesday
Noon - 11:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 11:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 11:00pm
Friday
Noon - 1:00am
Saturday
Noon - 1:00am

Current beers

This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 1 regular beer.

Regular and recently seen
Wye Valley - Butty Bach
Wye Valley - Butty Bach Premium Bitter • 4.5% Spotted once
Wye Valley - Butty Bach
Wye Valley - Butty Bach

Premium Bitter

Dispense: Handpump
ABV: 4.5%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No
This beer is served regularly.
Spotted once
Changing

Changing beers typically include: Fuller's - London Pride

Source: National

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Facilities
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Garden Garden
Limited by front door.
Games Games
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Smoking Smoking
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Cask Marque Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating
Cask Marque: Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating 5 out of 5
Transport
Close to bus routes (50m)
Newport Bus: 1; Stagecoach: 151
Nearby Station (600m)
Newport (South Wales)
Directions
on jct with Charles Street

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