The Brown Bear, Berwick-Upon-Tweed

Old Boots left this review about The Brown Bear

An odd mix of a place, an old pub as evidenced by the mosaic name in the doorway, but modernised in parts. Some original features have survived into the 21st century; there’s an etched glass front window in part of the entrance, stained glass in the entrance vestibule and a side door; a fancy architrave and ceiling rose have hung on in the front area. Anaglypta wallpaper and tongue and groove are probably modern but suggest an attempt at old style in this part. Behind is the counter and further back more seating in modern vernacular. There are two T-Bars of usual UK stuff but nothing Scottish, two pulls serve very English Doombar and a fairly decent Adnams Southwold. There’s a big red button on the bar for you to try your luck at getting a discount or free pint, I got 20% off a fairly expensive half (£2.60 down to £2.08), maybe there’s a premium on halves? The furnishing is modern being tan leather banquettes and egg shaped chairs plus tasteful modern tall bar stools. These were well utilised by regulars watching cricket on a couple of the screens, i spotted one machine and of course listened to the piped music. There are a few old photos and pictures of Berwick as decor in the front area. Not a must visit but definitely a decent pub. Whatpub has no description.

On 25^th July 2025 - no rating submitted
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