Chester & South Clwyd

Campaign for Real Ale

Campaign for Real Ale

Albion

Park Street
Chester
CH1 1RQ
Emailten.ocset@recrem.anitsirhc Telephone(01244) 340345
Real AleReal FireQuiet PubLunchtime MealsEvening MealsDog Friendly
Opening times: Mon and Tue 12:00-15:00, 17:00-22:30; Wed closed; Thu and Fri 12:00-15:00, 17:00-23:00; Sat 12:00-15:00, 18:00-23:00; Sun closed
Regular beers: Timothy Taylor Boltmaker

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

Presided over for almost 50 years by legendary landlord Mike Mercer until his sad passing, this Victorian street corner local adjacent to the city walls, is now run in precisely the same vein by his family. Quiet, cosy and conversational, it comprises three rooms including a snug. Flags, enamel signs and other memorabilia from the First World War are on display throughout along with patriotic posters and part of an old wooden aircraft propeller. Some of the more unusual artefacts include old 78 records in a display case and illuminated "Shell" petrol pump tops over the bar. Chocoholics will be particularly taken by the large enamel advertising sign for Fry's chocolate. An open fire in a tiled fireplace keeps the chill away and, for those darker nights, candle-lit tables - some converted treadle sewing machines - provide extra atmosphere. The home-cooked dishes, including a variety of curries and daily specials, are very popular..