In the same hands for many years, this pub is popular with university and hospital staff. Dating from the mid-19th century, its interior is dark and dimly lit, with a small front snug bar (the original pub), main drinking area and a bar billiards table. A working train set links the main bars! The pub features in the CAMRA Heritage Pubs of the South-West book. Outside is a large, heated patio and garden with impressive floral arrangements. Good-quality food is served every lunchtime and evening (except Sunday evening). Owned by Young's, but allowed some freedom with guest beers. Toilets are down steep stairs into the original vaults. Dogs are welcome in the front snug and the first room of the main area.