The Hole In The Wall, Bodmin

Having been prompted to visit Bodmin by the furore over the stuffed lion and 2nd world war arm band, we were a little disappointed to see no sign of the former, while the latter we knew had been removed from display in order to have the local Pub of the Year award reinstated. Judging by the quality of the beer, that award was well deserved, with all the beers we tried being very good, and the Bass worthy of a special mention. Definitely worth a visit. (There's a frequent bus service from Plymouth if that helps )

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Official site of The Hole In The Wall - www.theholeinthewallbodmin.co.uk

Dating from the 18th century and originally the town's Debtors' Prison, this locals' pub is entered through a leafy garden containing a stream and tropical plants, presided over by a rather bleached stuffed lion. The single bar is subdivided by archways. There is a comfortable conservatory area containing the television. The Lion's Den restaurant upstairs offers a good menu prepared with local produce (meals 1200-1400 and 1800-2100, no food Mondays). There is a paved garden for families. We enjoyed the Bays Topsail beer.