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NEW POST: Arch & Abbey, Whitby

A micropub on the west side of town that occupies a former Victorian antiques shop. On tap there's a wonderful range of craft beer, three keg and four real ale.

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NEW POST: The Antwerp Arms, Tottenham

Nestled in a quiet corner between Tottenham Cemetery and Bruce Castle Park, Tottenham’s longest established working pub, started serving punters in 1822. It is now North London's first 'community owned pub'.

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NEW POST: The Pig & Pickle, Exeter

In Heavitree is this delight of a micropub that specialises in all products from the South West. A former post office, the passionate landlord has made this place entirely in his own image.

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NEW POST: The Shirker's Rest, New Cross

This micropub occupies what was once a solicitor's office, and is now led by the minds behind @deserterblog.bsky.social. There's a LOT of beer available from keg, cask and the fridges - an absolute gem of a boozer.

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NEW POST: Carburant, Paris

This super pub with a stellar beer selection is barely a stone's throw from Canal-Saint-Martin in Paris' trendy 10eme arrondissement.

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NEW POST: The Charlotte Despard, Archway

Named after the Anglo-Irish activist, this is a welcoming, proudly independent pub with a range of interesting drinks available. Fun fact, it was a very early Wetherspoons with their corporate HQ above.

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NEW POST: Le Baron Rouge, Paris

At the western edge of Paris' 12eme arrondissement is one of the city's most popular wine bars, and it's obvious why. A heaven for grape fiends, with an incredible range of wines available by the glass.

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Interesting timing 🙂‍↕️

NEW POST: The Pocket, Islington

Brand new boozer alert: the spotlight falls on The Pocket, a new pub courtesy of the minds behind the Southampton Arms, Cock Tavern, and Howling Hops. Islington is much richer for it!

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NEW POST: Les Cuves De Fauve, Paris

Occupying the corner unit of a rustic Parisian block, inside is anything but shabby chic. Instead, it's chrome and concrete in the style of a US brewery.

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NEW POST: The Old Justice, Bermondsey

A historic pub with plenty of modern lore. A great spot and story of community resilience!

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NEW POST: La Liquiderie Bar, Paris

One of Paris' coolest spots, this is the destination spot for anyone in the French capital in search of quality craft beer and natural wine.

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NEW POST: The Ship Aground, Bermondsey

This brilliant Bermondsey boozer is a welcoming, traditional pub a stone's throw from the river. A community living room, just what a pub should be!

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NEW POST: Kilometre Zero, Paris

A new brewpub that is going down a storm among locals. A stone's throw from the Place de la Republique, this impressive place packs in a brewery, bar, and kitchen all on a tiny footprint. That's Parisian density for you!

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NEW POST: The Hand and Marigold, Bermondsey

This new boozer is a phoenix pub, restored and reinvigorated by half the team behind The Trafalgar SW19. Punters here are spoiled for choice on the taps and also get a wonderful classy environment to enjoy.

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NEW POST: La ruée vers l'orge, Paris

Descend into the pub's very own catacombs! This is an extraordinary little secret for those in the know, and to get through a few beers and a cheeseboard in this hideaway is a delight.

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NEW POST: The Gardeners Arms, Oxford

Dating back to the 1830s, this welcoming and cosy pub boasts two rooms as well as a large beer garden in the back. Since 2003, the owners have run the pub with a fantastic vegetarian kitchen. Huge approval!

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NEW POST: The Lamb and Flag, Oxford

The pandemic and its lockdowns brought boozers to a standstill and the fate of the pub appeared doomed. Thankfully in 2022 the pub reopened taken on by a new community interest company who are doing wonderful things.

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NEW POST: The Lockdown Room, Canning Town

A modern community-oriented space in this contemporary East End development. London might be changing but the desire for shared space and locally brewed beer remains strong as ever.

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NEW POST: The Turf Tavern, Oxford

A pub in the most amazing and historic setting, with infinite stories to discuss in its huge beer gardens. Shame about Greene King, though.

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NEW POST: The Lord Southampton, Kentish Town

This boozer is back from the dead, and looking glorious. A wonderful corner pub that the community gets to enjoy once again.

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NEW POST: The Bear Inn, Oxford

Oxford's oldest boozer is a charming corner pub that oozes history. Enjoy a pint of bitter while surrounded by thousands of... ties?!

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NEW POST: The Queen's Larder, Bloomsbury

Trad pub heaven at The Queen's Larder. On a quiet, sheltered corner overlooking the leafy Queen Square and lining a pedestrian alleyway, urban pub settings don't get much more idyllic than this.

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Very comprehensive! Loved HiB, Abbots, Oval. Mr Bradley's meant to be great too - one to add but I've not yet visited

It's in the process of being sold off to a hotel chain. I was fortunate enough to visit the viewing deck as part of the Open House Festival in the summer. Amazing views!

Might be helpful too: bsky.app/starter-pack...

NEW POST: The Market Tap by Tap Social, Oxford

A micropub within Oxford's historic Covered Market, this is the city centre taproom of Tap Social Movement, a wonderful local social enterprise. Quality craft beer, and for a great cause.

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NEW POST: The Kernel Spa Road, Bermondsey

The third taproom that the Kernel have managed in their time, and arguably the best. A wonderful space that channels @kernelbrewery.bsky.social's understated, classy, and quality-above-all approach to beer.

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NEW POST: Pretty Decent Beer Co, Victoria Park

A new outpost for this blossoming London brewery, bringing a playful, fun atmosphere to a polished venue. Check out the dozen Czech side-pour taps, and enjoy £4 Thursdays!

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NEW POST: The Cumberland Arms, Newcastle

A standalone two-barred pub overlooking the Ouseburn valley, with perfect cask and a haven for artists.

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