Pubs in Cwmbran
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Six in Hand
Edlogan Square, Cwmbran NP44 2NR
This was one of a number of new build pubs of the 1950's when Cwmbran was a post war new town. Situated alongside a small shopping precinct, it has a traditional two bar layout with a roomy public bar with a pool table and a smaller lounge where the dart board is situated. After a difficult spell of trading it closed for several months in 2018 before re-opening in July 2018. Hopefully it will succeed this time.
Terrace
Pontrhydrhyrdn Road, Cwmbran NP44 1SD
Friendly open plan bar just off Cwmbran Drive. Games and TV with seating on a large patio make this a popular locals pub.
Three Blackbirds
Pentre Lane, Cwmbran NP44 3AY
Attractive old inn that has grown considerably since it first served the local farming community as a single roomed pub. There is a splendid entrance up some steps from the car park that leads to an attractive interior with several linked sections with some on different levels. A refurbishment has seen the emergence of a lighter decor and contemporary furnishings that blend quite well with their surroundings to retain a traditional country inn feel. There is also a secluded room, the 'Gallery' off the main bar, that is a cosy nook with comfy armchair seating and a sporting theme with old memorabilia plus a 3D Sky Sports TV. While the emphasis is on the popular food offering (with seasonal variations) it still accommodates those just wanting a quiet drink. The extensive menu includes nibbles and starters, mains (including vegetarian), curries, fish, gourmet burgers, grills, salads, sandwiches, kids menu, a 'Diamond Menu' for the over 50's, desserts and a Sunday carvery. Note last dining orders are at 9pm on Monday evenings as this is quiz night. Sadly since Orchid Inns was taken over by M&B, the cask ale offering is now very limited to nationally listed ales, of which only one remains here. Another website for customers is www.ourfamilyfeedback.co.uk.
Upper Cock Inn
The Highway, Cwmbran NP44 2HE
Large roadside pub and former Ansells Brewery house with connections to the Chartist march of 1839. It once served a scattered rural community before finding itself surrounded by the houses of Cwmbran new town. An extensive refurbishment a few years ago not only presented a smart fresh interior to its clientele but also announced its return to the real ale fold with two handpulls delivering ales from the general area. The pleasant decor of the public bar, which has a large TV screen, and larger lounger bar is similar in style and comfort. The two rooms are now linked. Many original features have been retained which add to the character including a tiled fireplace above which is a large ornate clock. Cockerel figures are placed around the lounge and there is a striking image of a cockerel fight and the pub name in glass behind the bar. The food offering gives a good choice of popular starters and mains, mostly home-cooked, with light bites (until 3pm) plus a childrens' menu. Sunday lunch is a traditional roast while a curry special deal is on Tuesday. Monday is quiz night (7.30pm). Outside the colourful pub sign sits atop a stone plinth on which is etched: “Here is an inn – The Cross of the Cock welcome is yours for a penny, for payment so small, good beer waits for all, come in, taste our ale, good as any.” Plus the Welsh translation: “Dyna dafarn Croesyceiliog groesaw i bob un am ei geiniog, cwrw da i bawr trwy clalu, dewch i mewn, chwer gewch eibrofi.” A bold claim, and it's generally true, but beer for a penny? If only.
Waterloo Inn
Llandowlais Street, Cwmbran NP44 7HD
Built in 1810 this pub has served canal users and its community for over 200 years. The interior layout was opened out a few years ago and has low beams and a pool table tucked into one corner. Entry takes you into the original pub where the bar counter is on the left. Here could be found the solitary but now disused handpump dispensing the weekly guest ale. The interesting point about the guest ale was that landlord "Gussy" asks his suppliers to surprise him when ordering his drinks and they invariably obliged with a generally unusual ale. Booking for Sunday lunch is preferable while during the week simple bar snacks are available on request. Open Mic (Tue), occasional live music (Wed, Thu), Karaoke (Fri & Sat), quiz night (Sun). Across the road is Cwmbran Sports Stadium and Celtic Park for sports fans. Access for wheelchair users may be a bit tight through some doors but the width to the toilets is fine while there is a ramp at the rear leading to the garden and smoking shelter.
Blinkin' Owl
The Oxtens, Henllys Way, Cwmbran NP44 4TP
Well established community pub, one of several built when Cwmbran was developing as a new town. A few years ago the public bar and lounge were knocked into one large open plan room although a windowed partition gives an impression of separate sections. It has all the trappings of a 21st century pub with darts, pool, gaming machines, cash machine and TVs. The lounge/dining section has modern artwork displayed around the walls; note also the pub's golf society honours board near the entrance. Standard pub grub favourites include an all day breakfast and childrens' menu. Meal deals for two available all day Monday to Thursday and until 5pm Friday. Disco/karaoke Friday evenings. Bus stop outside.
Mount Pleasant
Wesley Street, Cwmbran NP44 3LX
Limited space for inside drinking, ample outside space. One-way system for bar service Homely pub situated in what could be described as the ecclesiastical centre of Cwmbran, it having several religious establishments as neighbours. The Mount offers spiritual uplifting of a different kind with pleasant and comfortable surroundings in a spacious open-plan interior. Tastefully furnished using a rich dark red decor for carpets and upholstered seating, there are broadly three sections, including a raised area. It attracts a good mix of a generally mature clientele who help create a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The patio at the front of the premises has a sheltered area. The beers are mainly sourced from independent breweries, mostly local. Occasional live music evenings featuring local artists start at 9pm while the Thursday evening quiz starts at 9pm. Breakfast/brunch available 12-2.30pm Wednesday to Saturday, evening meals same days, with Sunday lunch running to 4pm
Woodland Road Sports & Social Centre
Woodland Road, Cwmbran NP44 2DZ
This club is part of a large community centre with a main hall (the Oak Room), the Woodland Room and Yew Room (for functions) and the Elm Room and the Birch meeting rooms. It is run by a charitable trust who took over when the local authority could no longer afford to support it. It hosts a range of community activities throughout the week. There are tennis courts and bowls plus a large games field for rugby union (Croesyceiliog RFC) and football, including the home ground of Croesyceiliog AFC who play in the Welsh Football League. Head upstairs for the club itself where you will find a small drinking area near the bar that gives access to the 'D I Alexander Games Room' which is a cosy room with a pool table and dart board; the club has a number of teams participating in local leagues. From the games room a door leads out on to a balcony, with a covered and heated smoking area, that looks out over the playing fields. Back inside there is also a comfortable lounge with a TV, an impressive trophy cabinet, and pictures, including some of past teams and individuals associated with the club. Three handpumps are on standby to dispense the guest ale and sometimes two at busy times such as Six Nations rugby season. The ales are sourced from breweries of all sizes, local or from further afield and are keenly priced. Beware the Felinfoel Double Dragon when on sale as it's a keg ale served through a handpump. The large function room is available for hire via the local community trust by telephone or email: woodlandroadct@gmail.com.
Llanyrafon Social Club
Llanyravon Way, Cwmbran NP44 8HT
This social club is part of a community centre sited adjacent to Llanyrafon Mill and across the road from mediaeval Llanyrafon Manor heritage centre which is open to the public. The club offers a comfortable and popular lounge bar environment with sports memorabilia and local scenes on the walls. A larger room accommodates live entertainment on Saturday evenings. TV screens deliver sports events. The 'Afon Room' is a large hall that caters for local community activities and public meetings. A committee room is available from 2-8pm. Outside is a fenced off grass play area for children. Entry rules are relaxed but may be applied on busy occasions. The club shares the site with Llanyravon AFC who play nearby. Doom Bar is usually accompanied by a guest ale which can be sourced from anywhere in UK but mainly from a regional brewer.
Cwmbran Celtic AFC Sports & Social Club
Oak Street, Cwmbran NP44 3LT
The home of Cwmbran Celtic AFC, founded in 1925, who play at Celtic Park about three quarters of a mile away near Cwmbran Stadium. The social club has occupied an old Victorian house, formerly an undertakers, for over 30 years. The entrance foyer has a couple of trophy cabinets stuffed with shields, cups and signed footballs as befits a football club that has known a good deal of success over the years. This area gives access to a cosy traditional public bar with TV and a comfortable lounge with bay windows and a second TV for sporting events. Photos of past teams over the decades are displayed. There is a garden with plenty of seats and a play area at the rear. Thursday evenings there is a quiz and poker league. Club entry rules are relaxed but may be applied on occasions.
Greenmeadow Golf & Country Club
Treherbert Road, Cwmbran NP44 2BZ
While primarily a golf club with some tricky out-of-sight holes to negotiate, much emphasis has been placed on enticing members and non-members to dine in the restaurant. Family-run and set in lovely countryside, attractive wedding packages are available as well as those for civil ceremonies, after-funeral gatherings (it's adjacent to Gwent Crematorium), birthday parties, conference facilities etc. . Comfortably furnished throughout, the main entrance takes you into the bar while the lounge and restaurant, along with some functions rooms radiate out from this space. Open daily although actual trading hours not known (to be updated in due course).
R.A.F.A. Cwmbran 1209 Branch & Club
Greenhill Road, Cwmbran NP44 3DQ
A thriving social club set in the old community of Forge Hammer, near the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal to the east of the town centre. There is a lively public bar where teams compete in the local pool league, a small comfortable lounge, a large function room with a meeting room off, both used by local groups and societies. Through the week there is Bingo (Mon eve), meetings of Cwmbran History Society (3rd Wed of the month), line dancing (Thu eve), and dancing (Sat eve). Not unexpectedly, there are many pictures of iconic war planes, former RAF personnel and memorabilia associated with the Association which are worth taking time out to study. No real ale is served but there are some bottled beers of well known brands, e.g. Shepherd Neame Spitfire or Wychwood Hobgoblin to partly compensate.