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Campaign for Real Ale

Red Lion

47 Stow Hill
Newport
NP20 1JH
Telephone(01633) 961438
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Opening times: Mon 14:00-23:00; Tue–Thu 12:00-23:00; Fri and Sat 12:00-01:00 next day; Sun 12:00-23:00
Regular beers: Wye Valley Butty Bach

See more about this pub on WhatPub, CAMRA's national pub guide.

One of the last remaining traditional pubs in the city just off the centre. Styled as an ale house with two large casks hanging over the bar and an old beer engine on display, it retains a local feel whilst welcoming visitors from far and wide. There is a heavy emphasis on sport and rugby union in particular, note the WRU club crests on display as well as pictures. It's a regular haunt for followers of Newport Saracens, Newport RFC and the Dragons teams. The Shove Ha'penny board is well used and often draws interest from those not familiar with this little known pub game where Newport remains one of its few strongholds. Well worth seeking out and just far enough away from the night club scene to retain a convivial atmosphere. Live music on a Sunday evening is popular.