Pubs in Barnstaple

Cork & Bottle

56 High Street, Barnstaple EX31 1JB

The last pub on the town's High Street comprises one large room with a single freestanding bar in the middle. The cobbles at the entrance suggest it had a past as a coaching inn.

Corner House

108 Boutport Street, Barnstaple, Devon, Barnstaple EX31 1SY

Built on the site of the old East Gate to the town, this popular and friendly pub is also notable for its 1930s wood panelled interior. A proud supporter of the town's rugby club, it can get particularly busy during international matches. The highly competitive Barnstaple Open Shove ha'penny Championship is held here, while the back bar is the venue for meetings of many local clubs and organizations.

Ebberley Arms

40 Bear Street, Barnstaple EX32 7BZ

A traditional family (dog friendly) pub.

Union Inn

44 Princess Street, Barnstaple, Devon, Barnstaple EX32 7EU

This locals' pub on the edge of town was formerly known as Flukeys. It was extensively refurbished in late 2018 before re-opening in early 2019 as The Union Inn. Sharp's Doom Bar is invariably available and is sometimes accompanied by a guest beer. Good value food is served at lunchtimes, while bookings are also taken for evening meals.

Water Gate

7 The Strand, Barnstaple EX31 1EU

A Lloyd's No. 1 Bar, so slightly more lively at night than during the day.9 hand pumps currently in use for Real Ale. Pub is named after one of the towns Medieval Walled gates no longer in existence. Built in the 1930's as a Ballroom, then Snooker Hall, Night club, before becoming a Wetherspoons pub. Recent changes to the lighting have greatly improved the overall atmosphere, very pleasant well trained staff, with real ale & cider served too a consistently high standard. Well used by locals & visitors alike.

Golden Lion

The Square, Barnstaple, Devon, Barnstaple EX32 8LS

Occupying an imposing building on the town's Square, this pub has had several different licensees in recent years and a number of name changes. The exterior was smartened up in January 2012 and its current name harks back to the pub's heyday when it was known as The Golden Lion Tap. Several rooms have been knocked into one to create the main space around the bar, but despite the open plan lay out it still offers quiet corners and comfort.

Watering Hole

14 Castle Street, Barnstaple EX31 1PR

Reopened in 2014 after a prolonged period of closure and with a new name.

Lilico's

The Square, Barnstaple EX32 8LW

Probably one of the last places you would expect to find quality real ale in Barnstaple, but maybe one of the first places you should look. Mediterranean style tapas bar on the Square with seating outside. Two handpumps featuring beers from St Austell and real ale in bottles from Bays.

Marshals

95 Boutport Street, Barnstaple EX31 1SX

Town centre bar with old fashioned wood beams found opposite the Post Office. Breakfast is served from 10.30-12 and lunches 12-2. The live music on Sunday afternoon is popular with locals.

Claytons & The Glasshouse

2 Cross Street, Barnstaple EX31 1BA

Bull & Bear

128 Boutport Street, Barnstaple EX31 1TD

Recently refurbished and reopened under its new name, The Bull & Bear now combines many of the original features of this old town pub with a modern style.

Horse & Groom

41 Boutport Street, Barnstaple EX31 1SE