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The Vine Inn, Rugeley

Sheep Fair
Rugeley
WS15 2AT
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Steve C left this review about The Vine Inn

The left-hand side of the Vine looked derelict with the lights out as I passed on a recent Sunday evening. When I passed again later the governor was doing a bit of sweeping and I saw that this part of the pub is actually for brewing. Some picnic tables sit either side of the entrance and the bar area is found through to the right where the serving counter faces seating to the front. There are snuggly areas throughout and at the rear is a room with a pool table. A picture on the back bar of a women’s dart team picking up a trophy would suggest there is also a dartboard, but I couldn’t find my way in to check myself. Vine Brewery’s Best (OK at £1.65 for a half) was available on hand pump alongside some craft keg, Carling and Cruzcampo. The service was friendly and locals harmless enough, so I’d revisit if passing, or maybe if I was in town for one of the many advertised events that take place here.

On 29th August 2023 - rating: 6
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Bucking Fastard left this review about The Vine Inn

ORIGINAL REVIEW October 2010

Attractive looking multi roomed pub with a friendly welcome and very well kept ales,the draught bass was in tip top condition.The main bar looks out to the front,there is a pool/games room to the left of the entrance and two back rooms,one used by the younger set with a juke box the other a snug with its own bar access and door.Lively community boozer hosting a few events and charity bike rides and much better than some of the other town centre bars.

UPDATE

Now home to the Vine Inn Brewery,the handpumps will only feature their ale unless the brewer has miscalculated when some guest barrels will be brought in. The pub itself is unachanged and is still a friendly local .On my trip I sampled Vine Inn Blonde (NBSS 3.5),and Ruby Mild (NBSS 3) and left out the EPA.There was also their Grapefruit IPA on keg ,but there is a feel of home brew about the output.

On 3rd June 2023 - rating: 7
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Just a quick pint, then I'm off left this review about The Vine Inn

Attractive side-street pub, also benefitting from its in-house micro-brewery. Partly opened-out inside to leave two main seating / dining areas, with the lounge part opposite the main section of the bar counter (and a real fire) as the largest. However, there is a also a small, plush lounge at the back and a plainer side room. With four of the five handpumps in use, I found their Blonde, Grapefruit IPA, Ruby Mild and a tasty new Simcoe / Ekuanot brew (£3.20) without a proper clip.

On 20th April 2022 - rating: 7
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Map location corrected by Bucking Fastard
Rugeley Town, 0.52 miles, 10 min walk (show)
Rugeley Trent Valley, 0.9 miles, 17 min walk (show)
Hednesford, 5.28 miles, 1 hr 41 min walk (show)
Latest updates View all updates for The Vine Inn, Rugeley
29th Aug 2023, 17:07
Review submitted by Steve C
 
3rd Jun 2023, 09:12
Review submitted by Bucking Fastard amended by Bucking Fastard

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  • Beer Garden : Yes last updated 20 April 2021 by Blue Scrumpy
  • Car Park : No last updated 20 April 2021 by Blue Scrumpy
  • Child Friendly : No last updated 20 April 2021 by Blue Scrumpy
  • Real Ale : Yes last updated 29 July 2013 by Dave McNally
  • Real Cider : No last updated 20 April 2021 by Blue Scrumpy
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