Resembling somebody's front room, a goldfish tank and carriage clock would fit right in here. 1.60 Don't be fooled by appearances. Outside this may seem like any other dreary Cowley pub but inside you will find a lively, diverse student atmosphere. It was predominantly frequented by Brookes students who seem to be far more laid back than their University counterparts. In the summer the large beer garden is open at the back for barbecues and sunny afternoon drinking.
Free pool is definitely a bonus.
Inside there are all the pub games you could possibly imagine, but the beer garden is little more than tables and chairs in someone else's driveway. There are several dogs around. It's reckoned to be a pub for those serious about their drinking, and less about their surroundings. The food is good value and vegetarians are amply catered for. The walls feature pictures of famous politicians, and in winter it somehow has a Dickensian feel.