<span class="iconify i-mdi:television-classic text-primary" aria-hidden="true" style=""> Live Sports Pubs in Plymouth

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.

Falstaff Inn

75 Clittaford Road, Plymouth PL6 6DT

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Traditional Pub Games

Large two storey split level estate pub, built in 1968 on the northern edge of Plymouth. It has a surprisingly unspoilt interior comprising the large lounge bar on the right (mostly used for events) with views of the rolling south Devon hills. The public bar is to the left when you enter. This is very much a community pub. One real ale is available, which is believed to be Sharp's Doom bar.

Parkway Sports Club

Ernesettle Lane, Plymouth PL5 2EY

Evening Meals

The Parkway Sports Club is home to Lakeside AFC and Tamar Saracens RFC, along with several dart teams and pool teams, both gents and ladies, and a euchre team. Plymouth Advanced Motorcycle Club also meet here once a month. Food is available on Saturdays and Sundays only from 12:00 until 18:45.

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.

Firkin Scholar

1 Paradise Place, Plymouth PL1 5QU

Dog-friendly pub close to City College, Plymouth and Plymouth Albion's Brickfields rugby ground, which has been re-branded the Firkin Scholar, from the previous name, Albion Inn. Up to three regularly-changing real ales may be available. Food is known to be served at lunchtime from 1130 - 1430 daily.

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.

Avondale Arms

206 Keyham Road, Plymouth PL2 1RD

Smoking Area

On the corner of St. Levan's Road and Keyham Road, opposite St. Levan's gate to the dockyard. Dartmoor Jail Ale and Skinner's Betty Stogs are always available, with two other rotating guests from Skinner's supplementing the ales on offer.

Bank

Old George Street, Plymouth PL1 2TG

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.

Fler

20-21 Looe Street, Plymouth PL4 0EA

The pub changed hands in January 2021 and no longer serves real ale. The details shown here refer to the old pub, named Porter's, and will be updated as soon as we have the new pub details (dated 4 July 2021). Sorry for any inconvenience.

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

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.

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.

Crown & Anchor

10-11 The Barbican, Plymouth PL1 2LS

WiFi

The pub re-opened in May 2011 with the re-introduction of two real ales. Tribute is generally always available and the Courage Best may rotate with other beers from the limited guest beer range. However, local beers may appear from time to time. Food is served daily, unsure of hours.

Queens Arms

Seven Stars Lane, Plymouth PL5 4NN

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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.

Roundabout

2-4 Drake Circus, Plymouth PL4 8AQ

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 Albert Bridge Inn

930 Wolseley Road, Plymouth PL5 1LB

This 18th century coaching inn is located on the Plymouth side of the River Tamar, beneath the railway bridge that gives the pub its’ name (1860). It is a small, but friendly, two bar local. Well behaved dogs are welcome. Real ale is not available here. Curry night is Thursdays, with Sunday roast special offers also available on Sunday lunchtime.September 2021 Update: The pub is temporarily closed for unknown reasons.

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.

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.

Shakespeare Hotel

3 Theatre Ope, Plymouth PL1 4HT

This pub dates from 1870-1880 but we have very limited information available. Real ale is may be available here, following an unconfirmed report following the pub sale from Punch Taverns to Star (Heieken UK) in March 2018.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Windmill Chargrill

Thurlstone Walk, Plymouth PL6 8QB

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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).

King Billy

6 Duncan Street, Plymouth PL1 4EP

Situated in the heart of Devonport, the pub has been refurbished and the name changed from Bristol Castle to King Billy in September 2019. There is good support from local darts teams, alongside increased local customer interest. A warm welcome awaits new customers. One Real ale is available here, usually from local brewery, Summerskills.

Pub On The Hoe

159 Citadel Road, Plymouth PL1 2HU

Evening Meals

This is a busy street corner pub serving a mixed clientele and is situated near Plymouth Hoe, where Sir Francis Drake famously played bowls. Up to four varying real ales, including one from Altarnun, Bays, Dartmoor, Roam or Summerskills, supplement the house beer, Drunken Hoe, and two local real ciders. Good home-cooked food is available all day, with breakfast served from 1000-1200. The wood panelled raised and lower deck seating areas add to the nautical theme. It is located just a short walk from the historic Barbican and is well worth a visit. Live sports are shown on the large screen TV. CAMRA Member Discount 10%/pint off real ale and real cider is available here.

Bull & Bush

Uxbridge Drive, Plymouth PL5 2SE

Courage Best Bitter is served in this locals estate pub.

Prince Albert

35 Marlborough Street, Plymouth PL1 4AE

This pub reverted to its' original name from Casey's Bar in July 2012. Sadly, the pub has opened and closed several times since then, and was due to re-open at the end of July 2018. Unfortunately, the pub remains closed during the pandemic.

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.

Clarence Sports Bar

31 Clarence Place, Plymouth PL1 3JP

Close to Bus Routes

This club has just re-opened (Mar 2013). No new information is currently held.

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.

Lucifer's Warehouse

6 Keyham Road, Plymouth PL2 1QX

Formally The Complex prior to being converted to a music venue named Lucifer's Warehouse. All details shown here may be incorrect until the pub can be visited after Lockdown. Real ale availability unknown.

Eagle

156 Cornwall Street, Plymouth PL1 1NJ

Large and lively city centre pub which serves food all day.

Fareham Inn

6 Commercial Road, Plymouth PL4 0LD

Jukebox

This is an older pub close to Sutton Harbour and the Barbican Leisure Complex. It is still a one-roomed corner terraced pub with a slate floor. It is a favourite haunt of local fishermen, and also local people who still live close by. Paintings of local fishing trawlers adorn the walls, as do old photographs of the pub in days gone by. The one well-kept rotating ale on offer generally comes from the St Austell and Bath Ales breweries, such as Trelawny, Tribute or Gem, although beers from Hunters also appear regularly. CAMRA Member Discount 10p/pint off real ale is available here.

Ferry House Inn

888 Wolseley Road, Plymouth PL5 1LA

A warm welcome awaits you and your dog from both the landlord and locals at this picturesque riverside pub, which is situated on the River Tamar, which separates Devon from Cornwall. There is a decking area outside, giving spectacular views of Brunel's iconic railway bridge, which dates 1859. Good home-cooked food is served daily, and uses locally sourced ingredients, with a daily specials board also featuring. The bars display photos of IKB's bridge dating back to the turn of the 20th century, and photos of the pub, and the Saltash foot ferry, after which the pub was named. The pub has seven en-suite rooms on the new third floor. There is a quiz on Sunday evenings.

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.

Fresher & Professor

34 Gibbon Street, Plymouth PL4 8BZ

Close to Bus Routes

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

Beer Festivals

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.

Brass Monkey

12-14 Royal Parade, Plymouth PL1 1DS

Beer Festivals

Busy city centre pub offering themed evenings and live music every Saturday evening. The pub serves up to 8 real ales and 2 real ciders on 10 handpulls. House beers may include Brass Monkey Ale (4% ABV) and Brass Monkey's Big Brother (6% ABV), and Weston's Traditional Scrumpy. Other Devon and Cornwall ales feature regularly, as well as some national favourites. Occasional beer festivals are held. CAMRA Member's Vouchers may be redeemable here and CAMRA Member Discount 10%/pint off real ale may also be available here - don't forget your Membership Card!

Indian Inn

82 Devonport Road, Plymouth PL3 4DF