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The Crispin, Newport
Newport
PO30 1BL
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Punch TavernsReviews (Current Rating Average: 7 of 10) see review guidelines
Peter Forster left this review about The Crispin
The Crispin is a curious and unique pub. It has all the hallmarks of an early twentieth century arts and crafts building however it was reportedly built in 1796 and rebuilt by Brickwoods brewery in the 1930s in their signature mock Tudor style. The front is white with black beams and bay windows with a hexagonal lattice flanking the front doors. The doors despite being labelled differently both open to one large bar. Presumably the lounge and saloon were knocked into one in more recent times. The bar has a period floor tiled in a diagonal fashion. It has a very open and airy feel. Tables are scattered about and a collection of board games is available at the back of the pub for use by customers. Sadly piped music dominated. The only real ale was Timothy Taylor Landlord which was well kept and £2.50 a half. The place was slightly too local to feel welcoming but it is certainly worth a visit for the architecture, if for no other reason.
On 30th April 2026
- rating: 5
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Graham Coombs left this review about The Crispin
A good and well-run locals' pub at the top of the town, with a tiled floor and a number of nice 1930's features adding to the feel of the place. One of those pubs where you feel at home quite easily. Yates Islander and Sharp's Atlantic were on offer at time of visit and in excellent condition.
On 21st August 2020
- rating: 7
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Just a quick pint, then I'm off left this review about The Crispin
Just on the edge of the town centre, this traditional no-nonsense pub features some Brewer's Tudorery on the façade and plenty of dark wood in the 'U'-shaped bar and side snug. Popular pool table and regular live music advertised. Doom Bar, Wickwar Falling Star and a decent pint of Upham Last Resort chestnut ale (£3.80).
On 4th June 2017
- rating: 7
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Peter Rydings left this review about The Cask & Crispin
called in there last week a couple of times the manager Rod made us welcome every time it worth a visit
On 22nd June 2011
- rating: 8
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Soup Dragon left this review about The Cask & Crispin
A black wood and white rendered terraced Tudor style pub, with central front facing gable, with beer garden
The interior is open plan, U shaped around a central bar and in white and wood. The rest of the décor had some modern touches; so arty pictures and twigs with lights on them. There was a bar area with Sky TV, pool table and dart board. The service was fine, the clientele few in number. The music was supplied by the radio, which was at a decent level and played mixed stuff.
Beer; tap stuff, with London Pride and a decent enough Sharpe’s Doombar on handpull.
The kind of place I am happy enough to stop off for one
On 16th April 2010
- no rating submitted
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