Punch Bowl Inn Pub
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About Punch Bowl Inn Pub
Punch Bowl Inn Pub is a community pub in Cockermouth, with its address at 21A Main St, and a group of volunteers runs the place. Real ales sit on the bar at the pub, and the beers change regularly. The beer menu is a rotating one, and the ales on offer are traditional. Dogs are welcome here, and a barrel of dog biscuits is kept on hand for any visiting dogs.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention rotating real ales, community-run pub, dog biscuits barrel and reasonably priced beer.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention rotating real ales, community-run pub, dog biscuits barrel and reasonably priced beer.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often describe a community pub, run by volunteers according to one, where the welcome from staff and locals is the main draw. Real ales come next, with a rotating beer menu that one reviewer says sold over 100 different beers last year, and another mentions three quality real ales on offer. Beers change regularly and are described as very reasonably priced. Several call the atmosphere cosy and friendly, and one visitor from Liverpool recounts the barman recognising his accent and Everton top and telling him he used to live five minutes from his home. Another describes locals holding an 80th birthday party and greeting visitors warmly. A barrel of dog biscuits gets one reviewer's dog's vote. The only drawback raised is the limited opening, Thursday to Sunday, though the same reviewer still calls it well worth going to. Reviewers close on the same note: a few say they wish it were nearer home or would gladly return for a longer visit.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often describe a community pub, run by volunteers according to one, where the welcome from staff and locals is the main draw. Real ales come next, with a rotating beer menu that one reviewer says sold over 100 different beers last year, and another mentions three quality real ales on offer. Beers change regularly and are described as very reasonably priced. Several call the atmosphere cosy and friendly, and one visitor from Liverpool recounts the barman recognising his accent and Everton top and telling him he used to live five minutes from his home. Another describes locals holding an 80th birthday party and greeting visitors warmly. A barrel of dog biscuits gets one reviewer's dog's vote. The only drawback raised is the limited opening, Thursday to Sunday, though the same reviewer still calls it well worth going to. Reviewers close on the same note: a few say they wish it were nearer home or would gladly return for a longer visit.
Featured reviews
- David
“Fantastic pub with a friendly atmosphere, welcoming staff, and great service. It’s an ideal place to unwind, catch up with friends, and enjoy a relaxing evening. The environment is comfortable, and the staff make sure everyone feels welcome. Overall, a lovely spot that I would happily recommend.”
- Kev Russell
“Popped over to stay for the night for a friend's birthday. Nipped into this little gem for one before tea. Glad I did. Left Liverpool to get away for the night only for the barman to hear my voice and Everton top and tell me he used to live 5 minutes from my house, couldn't write it. Nice and cosy, nice pint, polite fellas, brilliant guy behind the bar. Would definitely recommend.”
- Eric ONeill
“Great wee community pub. Lovely atmosphere. Gladly come back for longer visit”
- Michael West
“What an absolute Jewel in the Crown for Great Broughton . Had a good chat with Kevin who works behind the bar he's very friendly .Been meaning to call in her for a while and it did not disappoint one bit. Absolute fantastic atmosphere very community oriented .If you want to go for a drink and have a chat with the locals this is the place to go .Felt very welcome and wish it was near my home .”
- Derek Hesketh
“The sort of pub you wanna take home with you, fabulous place, so friendly and with 3 quality real ales, treat yourself and pay it a visit, if I could give it 10 out of 5 I would still be selling it short, fabulous.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great beer selection
Amenities
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Alcohol
- Cozy
- Beer
- Seating
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- Restroom
- Offerings· 2
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Highlights· 1
- Great beer selection
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
Location
Bars near Punch Bowl Inn Pub
- The Bitter End4.51,1153 mi
cumberland sausages, steak and ale pie, homemade chips
- The Sunny Hill Pub4.58629.8 mi awayWheelchair accessible
huge portions, homemade steak pie, sunday roast dinner
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Punch Bowl Inn PubOutdoor seating | 4.888 | — | rotating real ales, community-run pub, dog biscuits barrel |
| The Bitter End | 4.51,115 | 3 mi | cumberland sausages, steak and ale pie, homemade chips |
| The Sunny Hill PubWheelchair accessible | 4.5862 | 9.8 mi away | huge portions, homemade steak pie, sunday roast dinner |
The 2 nearest bars by distance. Ratings, hours and review terms come from public business profiles.
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