An outlet for the town centre scene, mainly serving 18 to 30 year age group. The low-ceilinged front area has an L-shaped layout, split up by low screens and small changes of level. The décor is predominantly dark grey but offset on two walls by narrow wooden slats and on one wall by vivid floral wallpaper. Steps at the back lead down to the 'Student Area' which has a pool table and more of a public bar feel. This in turn accesses 'The Yard' which is semi-open to the street and occupies a former hairdresser's premises. Real ale availability has been variable of late. Beavertown Neck Oil is available on keg plus a large selection of canned craft ales from Yorkshire breweries.Live local music every Wednesday. Currently up for sale as is the whole Blackrose estate.
Historic Interest
Now back to its original name which it was called from 1780 when occupying number 11 Church Street. It changed to the Royal Hotel in 1833, extending to 7 & 9 in 1893. It became the Fealty and Firkin in the late 1990's for about 5 years and then the Assembly for about 5 years.
This Pub serves 2 changing beers and 0 regular beers.
White Bear, Barnsley
Source: Regional