A guide to Cornwall's pubs and clubs offering a discount to members or accepting CAMRA Vouchers

• Bude
  • Barrel at Bude 36 Lansdown Road Bude EX23 8BN (01288) 356113

    Cornwall's second micropub, this small bar opened in June 2017 in a former fancy dress shop in the centre of town. All the beers and ciders are sourced from within Cornwall and Scilly by the owner/proprietor without recourse to the wholesale trade. The philosophy is that the beers in place on opening on Thursday should all be consumed by the Sunday ('Drink the Barrel Dry' afternoon), ready for restocking for the following week; Sunday closing time may be adjusted to suit! Cornish organic gins and Cornish wines are also available.

• Camborne
  • John Francis Basset 21 Commercial Street Camborne TR14 8JZ ku.oc.noopsrehtewdj@6006p(01209) 721720

    This 2011 addition to the Wetherspoons presence in Cornwall is housed right in the centre of town in the former Market House, built in 1866 by architect William Bond. Other previous incarnations of the building have included the Scala cinema, a night club, and a pub called the Corn Exchange. Now named after a prominent former mine owner in the area, it is large, open-plan, light and airy with high ceilings and tall windows, and with a single long bar sporting two banks each of 5 handpumps. In addition to the regular Greene King fare, there is usually an impressive selection of local and other micro-brewery beers on offer. The décor largely reflects the area's mining history; the TV screens are generally unobtrusive. Food is available all day from 7am until 11pm. Something of an oasis in a bit of a local beer desert, and well worth a visit.

• Falmouth
  • Packet Station 4 The Moor Falmouth TR11 3QA ku.oc.noopsrehtewdj@3301p(01326) 310110

    Opened in March 2003 on the site of an old indoor market, this is an individualistic Wetherspoons designed from scratch rather than using pre-existing premises. The inside is vaguely reminiscent of the interior of an ocean liner, with curving staircase up to the upper deck, where there is a second bar and a bay window like a ship's bridge overlooking the bustle of The Moor. Signage is in both Cornish and English. The standard JDW selection of real ales is offered, plus ever-varying guest beers which usually include a brew or two from Cornish breweries; there may be an extra guest beer on the upstairs bar only - worth checking. Real cider is also available on handpump. Food all day (1100-2200). Outside drinking is on the new (Dec 2022) roof garden or on a small area outside the door, right beside the bus terminus.

  • Quayside Inn 41 Arwenack Street Falmouth TR11 3LH ku.oc.gnikeneerg@7396(01326) 312113

    Once a themed ale-house, this large waterfront pub has 2 bars: lounge-style with carpets upstairs, and bare wooden floor downstairs where the real ale is the centrepiece. There may be more real ales available in summer (check also the upstairs bar). The beers on offer are mostly from the Greene King approved lists; the draught cider is Weston's Old Rosie. The lower bar also offers a TV and pool table, and the walls are decorated mostly with football-orientated photos. The colour scheme is a slightly unusual range of browns and drab greens. A large patio outside the lower bar overlooks the harbour. Live entertainment Sat eves.

• Helston
  • Coinage Hall 9-11 Coinagehall Street Helston TR13 8ER ku.oc.noopsrehtewdj@3237p(01326) 565344

    This December 2015 Wetherspoon arrival in Cornwall is in a former furniture store in the centre of town. Surprisingly large and deep inside, it is laid out on four separate levels, with steps between the levels and a number of distinct drinking or eating spaces all the way through. The single long bar has a selection of handpumps which usually offer some changing local microbrewery ales in addition to the usual Wetherspoon fare. The lowest level at the rear leads out to a patio for outside drinking, and a wheelchair lift connects this level with the bar area; there is also a roof terrace. The pub takes its name from when locally-mined tin was assayed in the coinage hall to establish its market value.

• Lanivet
  • Lanivet Inn Lanivet PL30 5ET (01208) 831212

    This traditional St Austell tenancy in the centre of Lanivet features a spacious open-plan bar with a large stone inglenook fireplace, although the layout is generally food-orientated. A recently extended restaurant hosts weekly theme nights, whilst entertainment is a mix of pub games, quiz nights and live music. The beer garden and large car park complete a local which offers something for the whole community. The panda depicted on the pub sign dates from 1937 when London Zoo acquired its first such animal, and a bamboo grove near the village provided fresh shoots daily to feed it.

• Liskeard
  • King Doniert Barras Street Liskeard PL14 6AB ku.oc.noopsrehtewdj@1896p(01579) 342599

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• Lostwithiel
  • Royal Oak Duke Street Lostwithiel PL22 0AG moc.llawnrockaolayor@seiriuqne(01208) 872552

    Busy and friendly historic 13th-century inn, just off the main road through the old capital of Cornwall. A stone-floored traditional public bar contrasts with a comfortable lounge and adjoining restaurant; the inn is known for good food. It also has an outside patio with protected area for smokers. A dartboard and pool table are available, and there are occasional quiz nights and live entertainment. Accommodation is in six ensuite rooms (5 double, 1 twin). There is reputedly a tunnel running from the pub cellar to the dungeons in the courtyard of Restormel Castle, which legend recounts may have been used for smuggling purposes. The changing beer appears during the busier summer months.

• Marazion
  • Fire Engine Inn Higher Fore Street Marazion TR17 0BB ku.oc.nnienigneerif@ofni(01736) 710771

    Named after the mine engine house that it once was prior to 1780, this pub at the top of the town commands superb views over St. Michael's Mount and the bay, both from the bar and the lower-level garden. It is essentially a locals' pub, being at the top end of the town, but is welcoming to all. The refurbished single U-shaped room houses seating by picture windows overlooking the bay. Food is available daily and features a wide-ranging and versatile menu with a distinctly foreign accent; bar snacks are also available. Live entertainment Saturday evenings, Sunday is quiz night. Not all the listed beers are necessarily available at the same time.

• Newquay
  • Cave 9 Central Square Newquay TR7 1JH (01637) 851340

    This modern club-style bar in the centre of town was newly opened in July 2017; it has undergone two name changes since then and specialises in craft beers, keg ciders and cocktails. The single long bar extends into a room of considerable depth, which is wooden floored throughout with tiles around the bar area. Furniture is a mix of tables, chairs and stools, and spot lighting confers a subdued atmospheric feel to the place.

  • Red Lion North Quay Hill Newquay TR7 1HE moc.sbupetagenots@yauqwen.noilder(01637) 872195

    Deceptively spacious open-plan pub with a flagstoned bar area and log burning stove, overlooking Newquay harbour and sandy beaches along the coast. The kitchen preparation area is also clearly visible offering a wide selection of freshly cooked lunch and evening meals from the standard Stonegate menu. Large enclosed beer garden to the rear and dogs are made welcome in all areas except the restaurant dining area. Locals and tourists are attracted to the live bands that play on Friday and Saturday evenings as the pub is a short walk from the town centre. The pub will offer a discount on real ale to CAMRA members on production of a membership card.

  • Sailors Arms 11-17 Fore Street Newquay TR7 1HB moc.sbupetagenots@yauqwen.smrasrolias(01637) 872838

    In common with many of Newquay's pubs, this old town centre venue now has a large, contemporary style open-plan bar room with two handpumps offering Skinner's beers, a blend of Heligan Honey and Cornish Knocker being sold as house beer 'Jolly Sailor', and the other varying but also from the Skinner's range. The rear of the pub opens out into a split-level deck for outside drinking, with expansive views over the bay and beach. Food is available 1400-1800 (2100 Sat & Sun). Large TV screens for sports, plenty of live music in the evenings and a late night club atmosphere add to the offer of this lively seaside establishment.

  • Slug & Lettuce 11-19 Gover Lane Newquay TR7 1ER moc.sbupetagenots@yauqwen.rabbirc(01637) 800564

    This spacious former Wetherspoon pub was taken over by Stonegate in 2016; now it has become a Slug & Lettuce. No real ale. Family orientated in daytime, a more nightclub atmosphere takes over around 9pm. Big screen TVs and Sky Sports are shown regularly. The outside seating area offers spectacular views across Towan beach. This pub is situated in the heart of Newquay, within a few minutes walking distance of the main bus station.

  • Towan Blystra 12-16 Cliff Road Newquay TR7 1SG ku.oc.noopsrehtewdj@6581p(01637) 852970

    Conveniently situated on the main street into town a short walk from the railway station, hotels and beaches, this is a traditional Wetherspoon's shop conversion with partitions offering some privacy to drinkers. The walls are adorned with pictures of old Newquay, Towan Blystra being the former name for Newquay before the arrival of the railway and tourism. A narrow drinking terrace overlooks the main street, while disabled access is via an alley off Springfield Road at the rear.

  • Walkabout The Crescent Newquay TR7 1DS moc.sbupetagenots@yauqwen.tuobaklaw(01637) 853000

    The Walkabout prides itself as Newquay's number one sports bar. Formerly a cinema, this open-plan Australian-themed bar hosts a continuous array of sports across a multitude of screens, including a massive central cinema-sized screen. The recent decking area and panoramic windows offer stunning views across the bay. This is one of the few Walkabouts to stock real ale, it is said primarily to ensure a local brewery owner can get a pint of his own beer! Live music or DJs on every night of the week.

• Penzance
  • Dock Inn 17 Quay Street Penzance TR18 4BD moc.oohay@nnikcod(01736) 362833

    This is an old and traditional one-time fishermen's pub near the dockside, close to the Isles of Scilly ferry pier. The pub extends through two old cottages with the bar in the upper level, and a comfortable lounge space next door at the bottom which also serves as a dining area. Décor includes a large picture mirror, a mix of nautical and mining pictures and bric-à-brac, and a stuffed bird in a cage, whilst a ship's figurehead oversees proceedings in the bar. The small car park is behind the inn; families and dogs are welcome. 3x one-third pint samplers of real ale are also available.

  • Tremenheere 4-8 Market Place Penzance TR18 2JA ku.oc.noopsrehtewdj@9901p(01736) 335350

    Named after Lord Tremenheere of Penzance, this is a bustling and typical Wetherspoons operation in the centre of town. Created from five converted shop premises, the pub is open plan on a split level, with dark wood-panelled walls, high tables, and long bar on the lower floor; the upper level is the family area. A chair lift is also available between the two. In typical JDW fashion, there is a standard offering of national beers, plus 1 or 2 guest beers which may at times be local. All the signs are dual language - Cornish and English. Outside drinking is on an enclosed patio to the rear or in limited seating to the front. Food is available all day.

• Perranporth
  • Green Parrot St. George's Hill Perranporth TR6 0JP ku.oc.noopsrehtewdj@3836p(01872) 574990

    Tucked away 50m off the road across a large car park (look behind the Tywarnhale), this fully-refurbished pub was re-opened towards the end of 2010 as a new branch of J D Wetherspoons; unusually for them, it retains its old name as the story behind it is so original. Largely to the standard JDW format, it is a former gentlemen's residence and is long, linear and spacious with a marble-top bar, and an upstairs bar provides for extra capacity during the summer or for private functions. The pub offers the usual two or three standard beers offered by the JDW chain, plus a varying choice of guest brews, often from Cornish micro-breweries. Guest cider is Weston's Old Rosie, a range of Healeys Flatter flavours and occasionally Black dragon. The pub is a short level walk to the local golden sandy beaches and surfing; car parking is pay-and-display for this reason.

• St Ann's Chapel
  • Rifle Volunteer Inn St Ann's Chapel PL18 9HL moc.reetnulovelfir@seiriuqne(01822) 851551

    The Rifle Volunteer was built as a mine captain's house in around 1800, then converted to a coaching inn during the mid-19th century. The main bar has been opened out to accommodate a modern conservatory, popular with diners for the view out over the garden. A separate public bar caters for more dedicated drinkers and hosts the pool table and dartboard. The changing beer is regularly varied and usually from a Cornish or west Devon brewery. Meals are cooked using locally-sourced ingredients. The Rifle supports the local football team and otherl community groups. The pub offers panoramic views across the Tamar Valley and is in good walking country. It is also on the Tamar Valley Rail Ale Trail - the railway station is 1.5 km away along the A390.

• St Austell
  • Rann Wartha 9 Biddick's Court St Austell PL25 5EW moc.noopsrehtewdj@1445p(01726) 222940

    Situated in the centre of town in the former Conservative Club building, this comfortable and well-appointed Wetherspoon pub is almost entirely on the upper level, but easily accessed by disabled customers either up a ramp or by lift from ground level; the pub's name translates as 'Higher Quarter'. Popular locally, the pub appeals to all ages and families. Although open plan, there are several distinct seating areas for drinking and eating; décor includes portraits of locally historic people associated with the china clay history. The spacious L-shaped bar has handpumps set out along each leg so you have to go round the corner to check the full range of up to 7 different ales. There is the core offering from the normal JDW range of brews, but there may be changing beers on, variable in number but up to 4. Cider is Weston's Old Rosie and Orchard Pig. Parking is in a large public car park nearby.

• St Mawgan
  • Falcon Inn St Mawgan TR8 4EP ku.oc.nagwamtsnninoclafeht@ofni(01637) 860225

    This attractive community pub sits at the centre of a small village in the idyllic setting of the unspoilt Lanherne valley, and offers a quiet retreat only a few km from the bustle of Newquay and the airport. The single bar interior exudes a warm, welcoming atmosphere, with the décor reflecting country life. The pub is popular for meals, served in a separate dining room where local art is displayed. Family-friendly, the pub has a large award-winning garden, and a games room. The Falcon name comes from the habit of the local gentry raising their standard when a service was about to be held, in the days of the Reformation.

• Truro
  • Old Ale House 7 Quay Street Truro TR1 2HD ku.oc.ocredicllawnroc@HAO(01872) 719462

    Right in the centre of Truro, the ornate frontage of this former draper's shop gives way to an atmospheric open-plan interior. The atmospheric ground level bar features wooden flooring, beams, uprights and furnishings, various old artefacts adding character. There are anything up to 8 draught real ales, continually varied (the ones listed are indicative), and varied real cider. Some 20 other lines also offer various craft keg and foreign beers. Free monkey nuts are available from old wooden barrels, the empty shells being freely scattered on the floor by customers. Upstairs is a quieter drinking area which doubles as a function room. Live music appears on Friday and Saturday nights. No food, but you may bring your own.

  • Tapyard Riverside Newham Road Truro TR1 2DP (01872) 271885

    Large Tap Room which opened 1st July 2023 at what was Skinners Brewery, now owned by Goodh Brewing Company, who continue to brew Skinners ales at the site, retaining the name. 8 hand-pulled real ales, all from Skinners, i.e. from the core range and seasonal offerings. Along the back wall are 16 taps offering craft beer, all brewed by Goodh Brewing, which also includes cider. Wines and spirits also available. Fresh food available daily from a menu of burgers, wings, nachos, fries and salads. Big outdoor drinking area. Family friendly with designated children’s area.

  • Try Dowr Lemon Quay Truro TR1 2LW ku.oc.noopsrehtewdj@6735p(01872) 265840

    One of Cornwall's earliest Wetherspoon's, opened in July 2006 overlooking the 'piazza' on Lemon Quay. Located in the former offices of the 'West Briton' newspaper, the pub follows the usual JDW city centre pattern, although it generally manages to muster a few local or near-local ales as well as the usual national fare; it also offers up to 3 real draught ciders. The comfortable seating area is supplemented by a separate restaurant/family space. The pub is branded as a Lloyds No. 1 bar and so tends to be noisier at lunchtimes, but does not play loud music in the evenings.and busy most evenings. It is a hugely popular venue, especially with younger drinkers. One of Cornwall's first all non-smoking pubs.