Live Music Pubs in Plymouth

Real ale is not available in this student orientated bar and club, which is part of Cuba (next door), and may close earlier than shown.

Stoke Bar & Grill

72 - 74 Devonport Road, Plymouth PL3 4DL

This former social club has been completely refurbished and repoened in Dec 2014. It is primarily a bar with a good food and breakfast menu, and an extensive grill menu.

University of Plymouth Students Union

Drake Circus, Plymouth PL4 8AA

Disabled Access

The University of Plymouth Student Union bar, serving at least one real ale. Only open to students and their guests. It holds an annual beer festival in February.

Jolly Jack's Bar & Bistro

Richmond Walk, Plymouth PL1 4LS

Great bistro bar set in Mayflower Marina. Tribute is supplemented by one guest ale, which is usually sourced from the Westcountry. An extensive food menu is served daily from breakfast time until 2130. Live jazz takes place on the last Sunday of each month - see website for details. Car parking is free for two hours within Mayflower Marina Complex (on site). Please note that the bus stop is on the main road and is a 10 minute walk.

Annabel's Cabaret

86-88 Vauxhall Street, Plymouth PL4 0EY

Live Music

Nite club with live acts. Real ale is probably not available. Closed Sunday - Wednesday.

Lockdown Bar & Grill

Southway Drive, Plymouth PL6 6QW

Large estate pub supporting pool, darts and euchre teams, which was reinvented during the Covid-19 pandemic and renamed Lockdown Bar and Grill. Food is available all day, every day. It is believed that one real ale is served. There are plenty of outside seating available, mostly bench tables, and a children's play area. Live entertainment regularly takes place - see website/social media for details.

Admiral MacBride

1 The Barbican, Plymouth PL1 2LR

Accommodation

Dog Friendly

Popular pub located on the historic Barbican. The original Mayflower steps would have been located at the rear of the pub. Upto three real ales are served, mainly from local breweries. It is decorated throughout with a nautical theme. It can get busy in the Summer, with locals and visitors alike. Discos are held on Saturday nights, with occasional live music and charity quizzes. Evening meals are not served on Saturday or Sunday evenings. Accommodation is available, some with sea views. TV sports are also shown on the large screen TV. Sometimes can close early on Sunday evenings when not busy.

Albemarle

Whitleigh Green, Plymouth PL5 4DD

Function Room

Two-roomed estate pub set in the Whitleigh area of the city. Doom Bar is available, although Dartmoor Jail Ale has made an occasional appearance. Pool and darts are played. Breakfast, lunchtime and evening meals are served. Live musical entertainment is on Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons.

Artillery Arms

6 Pound Street, Plymouth PL1 3RH

Cracking back-street local tucked away in the old quarter of Stonehouse, close to the magnificent Grade 1-listed Royal William Yard, and maintains the area’s military connections. One South West guest beer, such as a beer from Black Tor, Dartmoor and Summerskills, and Thatchers Heritage or Cheddar Valley cider are normally available and supplement the Draught Bass. An out of season Beach Party takes place on the last weekend of February, and charity monkey-racing also features. This place is a real find and is popular with hockey teams who use the nearby pitches.

Bank

Old George Street, Plymouth PL1 2TG

Cask Marque Accredited

Stylish city centre pub housed in one of the few buildings in the vicinity to survive the bombings of the second world war and redevelopment of the 1950's. Check the pub website for up to date real ale range. Families welcome until 2100.

Millbridge Inn

23 Molesworth Road, Plymouth PL1 5LZ

A colourful pub located at a busy crossroads. Three real ales and one cider are usually available, with Sharp's Atlantic being a regular guest beer. Reasonably priced food is served all day from 1100-2100, with different food theme nights every day of the week. This establishment is popular with thirsty locals who give the atmosphere some delightful colour to complement the frontage. See pub website for live music and events details. An Easter beer festival is held.

Minerva Inn

31 Looe Street, Plymouth PL4 0EA

Built before the Spanish Armada in 1588, it is not known exactly when the Minerva first became an inn. However, it is recognised as the oldest pub in Plymouth. It boasts a fine leaded window, picturesque lantern and a curious wooden spiral staircase made from the mast of a captured Spanish galleon. Live music is staged on Thursday to Sunday evenings and Sunday lunchtimes. It is within easy walking distance from the city centre and historic Barbican. Occasional beer festivals also feature. Up to three guest ales supplement the two regular ales, including at least one from Altarnun, Bays, Dartmoor, Noss Beer Works, Roam Brewing Co or Summerskills. Plymouth CAMRA City Pub Of The Year Runner Up 2014. Monthly Loyalty Discount Cards may be purchased by all customers to use Monday to Friday between 1130 and 1500 on real ales.

Navy Inn

34 Southside Street, Plymouth PL1 2LE

Traditional Pub Games

This lively pub on Plymouth's Barbican dates from the late 18th century. Several TV screens show sporting evcents. Live music Thursday and Saturday nights. Food served 1200-1930 (1830 weekends). Sharp's Doom Bar Bitter is available from March to December. Roof garden!

Newmarket Tavern

2 Market Way, Plymouth PL1 1PB

Traditional city centre pub offering good value food all day, including breakfasts. Up to two real ales may be available from the Beacon Pubs range. There is a hidden snug area away from the bar in this recently refurbished and cosy pub. Pool and darts are played, with big screen TVs for the less energetic. Families are very welcome whilst dining. Dogs on leads are also made welcome. There is a new garden and covered smoking area at the rear of the pub in line with the new bus station development.

Noahs Ark

32a Courtney Street, Plymouth PL1 1EP

Cask Marque Accredited

A varying range of up to four real ales are available. The regular beer is competitively priced Greene King IPA and may also include Marston's Pedigree, Fullers London Pride, a Dartmoor beer and Bombardier. More local beers from Hanlons, Skinners, Hunters and Butcombe also make an appearance. Food is served all day until 2100 and the pub may close later than the hours given. CAMRA Member Vouchers may be redeemable here and CAMRA Member Discount 10%/pint off real ale (except Greene King IPA) may also be available here - don't forget your CAMRA membership card.

Nowhere Inn

21 Gilwell Street, Plymouth PL4 8BU

Old-fashioned back-street pub tucked away in the midst of the student campus, near to the city centre, and is easily accessible by public transport. It is frequented by eclectic very varied patrons, from students to elderly locals. Quiz nights are held on Mondays, live music on Wednesdays and Thursdays to complement the excellent Juke Box, and other entertainments as advertised. The two beers may be supplemented by ever-changing guest beers. Note the pubs unusual opening hours. Drink promotions take place every Wednesday until 2100. CAMRA Member Discount available here - please remember your Membership Card!

Pheasant Pluckers Arms

68 Albert Road, Plymouth PL2 1AF

This brightly-coloured pub was formally known as the Royal Clarence Hotel prior to being renamed in the late 1990's. Everyone is made very welcome, whether a local or visitor. Watch sport on the TVs or read/borrow a book from the library or, on Sunday lunchtimes, enjoy some bread and cheese whilst watching the sport! There is live music every Saturday evening.

Queens Arms

Seven Stars Lane, Plymouth PL5 4NN

Parking

The two regular beers are supplemented by one regularly-changing guest beer, which is usually sourced from within the region, but could come from further afield. Men's and ladies darts team feature, as does a weekly quiz night and a meat raffle. An annual May Day weekend beer festival is held, as is the annual "village" Folifest charity event in June.

Railway Inn

122 Albert Road, Plymouth PL2 1AQ

Real ale available - two hand pumps on the bar with a rotating selection of beers. Sports TV is available and live entertainment features Fri - Sun evenings.

Bread & Roses

62 Ebrington Street, Plymouth PL4 9AF

CAMRA Discount

This friendly, and sympathetically-restored, late Victorian pub is popular with university staff, but also has a mixed clientele. Up to three ever-changing real ales are available, which are organic/Fairtrade wherever possible, just like the snacks. The beers are selected from local and regional breweries, including small batch and speciality beers unusual for the area. The pub promotes artistic and musical creativity, and is a vibrant music hub for local talent. CAMRA Member Discount 10%/pint off real ale is available here.

Roundabout

2-4 Drake Circus, Plymouth PL4 8AQ

Cask Marque Accredited

Large city centre pub which was taken over by Stonegate Pub Co in July 2013. Six hand pulls now adorn the bar, with three dedicated to real ale and three for cider. It is expected that the Old Rosie and Thatchers ciders will become permanent, allowing a guest cider to change weekly. Beer and cider festivals are planned for the future. CAMRA Member Vouchers may be redeemable here - don't forget your membership card.

Royal Naval Arms

190 Saltash Road, Plymouth PL2 2BD

Late 19th century pub with glazed tile frontage, probably the best example of its kind in Plymouth! The pub changed hands, after nearly 20 years with the previous tenants, in mid 2015. One regular real ale.

Seven Stars Inn

Seven Stars Lane, Plymouth PL5 4NN

Traditional village pub situated close to Plymouth. The two regular beers are supplemented by three rotating guest beers, with Bays Devon Dumpling and Sharp's Sea Fury making regular appearances. Timothy Taylor Landlord and beers from Hunters have also been available recently (September 2021). Three cider festivals are held in the summer months, please ring for details. There is also a large selection of gins available, in excess of 20. The pub is reputedly the oldest in Plymouth, and was Grade II-listed on 1/5/15 by English Heritage (Historic England).

Seymour Arms

10 Seymour Street, Plymouth PL4 8DL

Live Music

A student orientated pub that still attracts locals. Although the layout is fairly open plan there are distinct areas within it, including a separate games area. 3D sports TV caters for the less energetic. Good value food served. Up to three real ales may be available, such as Dartmoor Jail Ale, St Austell Tribute and Proper Job.

Stoke Inn

43 Devonport Road, Plymouth PL3 4DL

One of the few pubs to serve real ales in the western part of the city, the three regualr beers are supplemented by up to three guest beers, sourced locally, although they can come from further afield. An annual beer festival is held in August. Good value food is served daily from 1200 - 1430 (1600 Sun) and 1800 - 2030 (not Sun, Mon or Tue evenings). Free pool Mon - Fri 1200-1700, happy hours and other special offers feature daily. Weston's Old Rosie real cider is available, with at least one other guest real cider. Motorhomes may be parked here by prior arrangement! A community lending library also features.

Swallow

59-61 Bretonside, Plymouth PL4 0BD

Smoking Area

The pub reverted to its' name of 22 years after two years as, first, the G Spot (Aug 2012), and then the Compass Inn (April 2013). The pub serves a selection of bottled ales, although cask ale makes regular appearances (Tribute). Darts and pool are played, with a free pool table on Wednesdays. The pub is dog and children friendly, and may remain open longer than the hours listed on Friday and Saturday evenings. It has long history as Plymouth's Number 1 LGBT pub venue.

Tamar

1-7 Morshead Road, Plymouth PL6 5AD

CAMRA Discount

Popular pub in the Crownhill area of the city, offering upto three real ales, entertainment and food. The pub re-opened after refurbishment a couple of years ago, and now serves the "Flaming Grill" range of grills, steaks, burgers and salads. Sky Sports & BT Sports HD is available for sports enthusiasts. The pub car park is now pay-and-display, but fees are reimbursed in the pub (restrictions apply). Families are welcome in the dining area. CAMRA Member Discount 10%/pint off real ale is available here.

Penguin Lounge

Ashford Crescent, Plymouth PL3 5AA

Parking

Recently refurbished traditional pub with a selection of up to three St. Austell beers. Food is served daily from 1000 to 2200, and is popular for the Sunday roast platter, and the speciality burger menu. Breakfast is served from 1000 till 1400, sandwiches from 1000 till 1800, as well as the fresh Bistro menu until late.

Thistle Park Tavern

32 Commercial Road, Plymouth PL4 0LE

Jukebox

This free house was formally the Brewery Tap for the South Hams Brewery which, as Sutton, was located next door. The three regular ales are supplemented by a regularly-changing guest ale, such as Adnams Ghost Ship, Bath Ales Gem or one from local brewery, Summerskills, and a real cider, which changes from time to time. The pub can be accessed across the swing-bridge from The Barbican (closes at 11.00pm) and is situated close to the National Marine Aquarium. Live music features every Friday and Saturday evenings until 0300, giving a great atmosphere. Biltong snacks are available from the bar.

Three Ferrets

38 Charlotte Street, Plymouth PL2 1RJ

Back street pub situated in Morice Town, a residential area close to the dockyard. Draught real ale is not available here, but bottled Doom Bar (not bottle conditioned) is available in the chiller.

Union Rooms

19 Union Street, Plymouth PL1 2SU

Typical JDW pub serving their usual range of real ales plus a good choice from Devon and Cornwall breweries. The pub is situated in the night life part of the city, so customers tend to be on the younger side, and is very busy on weekend evenings. Several beer and cider festivals are held, including a Devon beer festival. CAMRA Member Vouchers may be redeemable here - don't forget your membership card.

Victory Inn

Farm Lane, Plymouth PL5 3PQ

Smoking Area

Traditional Pub Games

No info is held about this pub.

Vine

5 Admiral's Hard, Plymouth PL1 3RJ

Friendly street corner locals pub situated close to the foot passenger Cremyll ferry. The excellent Jail Ale is supplemented by a guest beer at busier times, such as a beer from Bays or Hunters. Televised sport is also shown on the large screen TVs.

Brewery Tap

99 Edgecumbe Street, Plymouth PL1 3SZ

A warm welcome and good conversation awaits you at the bar of this pub which has changed hands several times in recent years. It is now being run by local licensees who returned the pub to a previous name. Up to two real ales are available, with beers from Bays, Dartmoor, Hunters, St Austell and Summerskills appearing regularly. Pool and darts are played, with Sky and BT Sport for the less energetic.

Walkabout

5 Union Street, Plymouth PL1 2SU

Evening Meals

Disabled Access

It is believed that real ale is not served in this Aussie-themed bar and club.

Walrus

Athenaeum Street, Plymouth PL1 2RH

The pub has changed hands recently, but information is not known at this time (March 2018), although Tribute is known to be available.

West Hoe

24 Bishop's Place, Plymouth PL1 3BW

Evening Meals

The pub was refurbished in 2015 and has quickly become a popular and friendly place to visit, and is well supported by the local community. The two regular ales are supplemented by a locally-sourced third but which could be sourced from anywhere, such as St. Austell Tribute, Hunters, Otter and Timothy Taylor. Regular open mic nights, quiz nights and a monthly comedy night are held. The history of the pub is displayed on boards around the pub walls. This pub is well worth seeking out. On street parking may be free after 1600 - please check parking signs!

Windmill Chargrill

Thurlstone Walk, Plymouth PL6 8QB

Parking

Function Room

Recently very tastefully refurbished, this is a typical estate pub, catering for estate locals. St. Austell Tribute is available in the new-look lounge, which has a small stage for occasional musical entertainment.

Woodside Bar & Kitchen

12 Gasking Street, Plymouth PL4 8DQ

Once described as "the country pub in the city", the pub has seen a major refurbishment during mid-2016. Up to two guest ales may accompany the Doom Bar. The main entrance has been reconfigured, and the stage moved from the front of the pub to the middle to reduce noise for neighbours. It has also seen a complete redecoration inside, along with a new kitchen and new food menu (with Daily Specials). Live entertainment takes place on weekend evenings, with jam sessions planned for other evenings. Quiz nights also feature on alternate Tuesday evening from 2100. Pub opening hours shown are to be confirmed (5 Oct 2016).

Cherry Tree

291 Ham Drive, Plymouth PL2 3NH

Large estate pub, with teams for pool, darts and euchre. Large screen TV caters for the less energetic sports fans! A varying selection of nationally sourced real ales is served on four handpumps, with three usually available. Live entertainment on Fri or Sat evenings. Please note pool is not available until 1800. Food is not served, but you may bring food into the establishment.

Cider Press On The Barbican

7 Quay Road, Plymouth PL1 2JZ

Smoking Area

Up to four regularly-changing real ales could be available. Live entertainment every Fri and Sat evenings.

Clifton Inn

35 Clifton Street, Plymouth PL4 8JB

This is a spacious back-street local which is not far from the city centre. Up to four ales may be available, along with at least one real cider dispensed from the bank of five handpumps. Ales from Dartmoor, Sharp's and Summerskills appear regularly. Pool and dart teams play here regularly, while live televised sport provide sporting entertainment for the less energetic, including a very large projection TV screen. A large heated patio area is provided for those who smoke.

Famous Firkin

2 Adelaide Place, Plymouth PL1 3JD

Traditional Pub Games

It used to serve two real ales with local real ciders but when checked in March 2019 there is none available. Meals are not served here, although substantial pies are available! Live gigs and karaoke alternate on Saturday evenings - see website for details. Well behaved dogs are welcome, as are children until 1900.

Fishermans Arms

31 Lambhay Street, Plymouth PL1 2NN

Owner Donna, her partner Lee and his family, have returned this former St. Austell pub back into a local’s local once again. The pub interior has been tastefully refurbished, including the reintroduction of a dart board and a good collection of other traditional board games and puzzles. The two regular ales are supplemented with a guest ale sourced locally and varying real cider in summer, with plans for more ales in the future. The house beer is brewed by Summerskills, and is named after the owners' dog. Traditional pub grub at affordable prices is supplemented by specials, with only the famous roast served on Sundays. It is situated close to the Royal Citadel and the world famous Barbican. First timers should turn right on exiting the pub, and head down the steps towards the Barbican to save time. CAMRA Member Discount 15p/pint, 5p/half off real ale and 20% off food is available here.

Ford Inn

155 Alexandra Road, Plymouth PL2 1JY

One real ale from Purity Brewery is usually available here, which was the first pub to be rebuilt in Plymouth after complete destruction during the Blitz of 1941. There is a very small range of bottled ales (such as Newcastle Brown Ale), although they are not bottle conditioned. It is family-friendly until 1930 daily. There is live entertainment at weekends. The pub is also dog friendly.

Fortescue Hotel

37 Mutley Plain, Plymouth PL4 6JQ

Accommodation

Refurbished two years ago, the pub now has a Gin display, new mirrors behind the bar, new signage and new furniture. Downstairs, the Cellar Bar has also been refurbished. This multi local CAMRA Award-Winning pub serves up to nine real ales, including a large range of local ales, and some National favourites. One hand pump serves a real cider, with up to eight other real ciders also available. Food is served on Sunday lunchtimes only, but you can take in your own at other times. Local CAMRA branch City Pub Of The Year Runner Up 2020, and Cider and Perry Pub Of The Year Runner Up 2020. CAMRA Members discount of 10%/pint and 5%/half pint of real ale or real cider is available here.

Fresher & Professor

34 Gibbon Street, Plymouth PL4 8BZ

Student orientated bar close to the university and the city centre. Live music most weekends, open mic nights on Thursdays at 2100. Real ale is not available.

Golden Hind

260 Mannamead Road, Plymouth PL3 5RJ

CAMRA Discount

This newly refurbished pub is set out on its own in an area bereft of other establishments. Two changing ales from Dartmoor Brewery are usually available, as well as the House Beer, Drake's Golden Ale. It is now light and airy in both the bar and the lounge. It has a good locals bar, where sporting events are shown on several large screen TVs. The lounge is much quieter with a separate dining area. Good value food is served daily. CAMRA Member Discount 10%/pint and 10%/half off real ale is available here.

Grenville Hotel

82-84 Grenville Road, Plymouth PL4 9PZ

A newly renovated modern family run free-house. A choice of two cask ales and an assortment of draught beer and cider is available. Special offers on cocktails are also available.

Fleet Street PL1

113-117 Mayflower Street, Plymouth PL1 1SD