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The Famous Barrel

Pubs, British

Hours:
St Thomas St, Harbour Village, Penryn
01326 373505

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Time warp. This is how pubs used to be and what is sadly lacking from today's endless gastropubs. Friendly staff, atmosphere, fireplace, live music. Love the entrance door which is a giant barrel. If you are new to the area or just passing through I strongly recommend going here.

Great local bar, nothing too fancy. Warm atmosphere and roaring fire in the winter, brilliant beer garden in the summer. Live music occasionally too I believe. Good drinks prices, bar snacks, one pool table, a dartboard, and always full of locals. Dog friendly as well. A great shout for a drink on the regular, or if you're just passing through.

Tucked away in a back street near the harbour, the Famous Barrel really has the atmosphere of a traditional pub. Low ceilings, a dark interior, a pub garden with picnic tables and a warm welcome all help to reinforce first impressions of a locals pub where visitors are welcomed. The pint I chose was Dartmoor Jail Ale and it came to me as clear as crystal and with a great colour which says a lot for the way the pub keeps its beer. Seating was comfortable and a world away from the...read full review

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Opening times

Monday 12:00 - 00:00
Tuesday 12:00 - 00:00
Wednesday 12:00 - 00:00
Thursday 12:00 - 00:00
Friday 12:00 - 00:00
Saturday 12:00 - 00:00
Sunday 12:00 - 23:00