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Pubs & Live Music

The Plough & Harrow The Plough & Harrow is a traditional pub concentrating on both good pub food and real ales, with a great atmosphere. Whether you are looking to spend a day with the family, or a day with friends, we accommodate all. The pub caters for all sorts, from the age of 8 to 80. We have a huge garden at the back, and seating at the front to enjoy a drink in the sun. And a massive kids play area and bouncy castle. 88 Southdown Rd, Harpenden AL5 1PR. 01582 715844 www.ploughandharrow.co.uk/

The Queens Head Harpenden Pub The Queen’s Head is a quintessential British village pub with a modern sensibility; freshly prepared food, a great range of independently sourced beer, wine and spirits, comfortable surroundings and a very warm welcome. Our beer range features brews from some of the most progressive, independent breweries from the UK & beyond, including our very own Big Smoke Brew Co. Our menu showcases the best of seasonal, British produce and features pub classics, bar bites and delicious Sunday Roasts. The Queens Head, 59 Southdown Rd, Harpenden AL5 1PQ. 01582 760447 www.queenshead-pub.co.uk/

The Old Bell The Old Bell is a delightful Grade II Listed former farmhouse opened as a public house in 1735. Nestling in Harpenden and is surrounded by the beautiful Chilterns. A Grade II listed, 18th century former farmhouse. ith plenty of period charm inside, including lovely open fires and exposed wooden beams, The Old Bell is the perfect place in which to enjoy a traditional pub lunch. Yet with its wide range of fine cask ales and quality ales, and its spacious tree-bordered beer garden, this pub is also a wonderful place to stop-off for a refreshing drink if you’re walking the Hertfordshire countryside. 177 Luton Rd, Harpenden AL5 3BN. 01582 712484 www.chefandbrewer.com/pubs/hertfordshire/ old-bell/ The Wheatsheaf At Great UK Pubs, we take pride in providing a warm and welcoming environment, where you can simply sit back and relax. Join us for a few drinks, head down to your nearest sports pub for the big game, or enjoy our delicious pub food. 9 High St, Harpenden AL5 2RT. 01582 764624 www.greatukpubs.co.uk/

The George of Harpenden We’ve created more than just a pub in Harpenden, we have re-thought every little detail to deliver the most exciting eating and drinking experience in The George of Harpenden. Try our unique allday experience with morning coffee in our cosy lounge, your family Sunday roast in our beautiful Garden Room or an evening sipping crafted cocktails alfresco-style; pub dining at its very best. If you’re only after a drink or two with us, that’s absolutely fine, but we encourage you to check out our food and drinks menus before you do. We now offer a takeaway service, order online and collect to a time to suit you – the ultimate at home experience. We like to gift our guests with a few offers every now and again and we wouldn’t want you to miss out. 4 High St, Harpenden AL5 2TB. 01582 763750 www.thegeorgeofharpenden.co.uk/

Fox Harpenden The Fox is a premium pub, bar, and restaurant with its very own courtyard, centrally located in the heart of the picturesque town of Harpenden. Providing the perfect place to escape the bright lights and crowded streets of London, when you step into The Fox, you’ll be able to drink, dine, and socialise in the optimum style and comfort. Situated on the edge of Kinsbourne Green and Harpenden, The Fox is a stylish pub, bar, and restaurant that prides itself on being a pub for people with great taste. 469 Luton Rd, Kinsbourne Green, Harpenden AL5 3QE. 01582 713817 www.thefoxharpenden.co.uk/

Old Cock Inn, Harpenden The Old Cock Inn is a delightful pub & restaurant whether you are in the mood for a light bite, late lunch or are looking for a dinner destination, our menus will have something for everyone. We are dog-friendly, dogs are welcome in the bar area and we even have some tasty treats to give your four-legged friends. We have a stylish restaurant and a relaxed bar area with a roaring log fire in the colder months and our lovely garden is the perfect place to sit and soak up the sun in the summer months. We have a selection of menus to choose from whether you’re looking for a sit down 3-course dinner or enjoying some tasty snacks and nibbles over drinks with your friends in the bar. Let’s not forget about the best Sunday roasts in Harpenden 58 High St, Harpenden AL5 2SP. 01582 712649 www.oldcockinnharpenden.co.uk/ Should you wish to wet your whistle in Harpenden you could hardly have a wider choice. ‘Old school’ inns and taverns, cocktail bars, live music venues, gastropubs, they all abide aplenty in Harpenden. Here are a few suggestions but the best way to find your ‘local’ is surely to take the air and simply explore.

The White Horse A lovely historic pub on the edge of Hatching Green, Harpenden, The White Horse delivers character with every well-kept pint. Our strong local following particularly enjoy it in good weather when the spacious terrace and fire pit make a great spot to spend an afternoon or evening. We serve fresh, quality, seasonal food every day (with a top-notch roast every Sunday), alongside fine ales, carefully-chosen wines, gins & classic cocktails. Our ethically-sourced coffee is pretty good stuff too. Redbourn Ln, Hatching Green, Harpenden AL5 2JP. 01582 469290 www.thewhitehorseharpenden.co.uk/