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The Royal Oak, Chesterfield

1 The Shambles
Chesterfield
S40 1PX

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Chesterfield Town

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Graham Coombs left this review about The Royal Oak

A nice half-timbered place tucked away in the alleys of the town centre, enjoying a new lease of life after several years of closure. The ancient interior is lovely and would attract tourists, if Chesterfield has any. There are two distinct bars at different levels with different beers on each, so check the listings or ask to see what is available. I settled for a Graveyard Sun from Bang The Elephant from the 6 cask ales on; boxed ciders are also available. They are doing a good job and it could easily rate higher in the future, so worth a visit.

On 8^th November 2025 - rating: 7
[User has posted 3846 recommendations about 3778 pubs]

Will Larter left this review about The Royal Oak

Closed in August 2021 according to the Derbyshire Times: https://www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk/news/people/chesterfields-oldest-and-legendary-royal-oak-pub-is-on-sale-for-ps295000-3544566 but is now due to reopen Good Friday (18th April 2025) https://www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk/news/people/first-look-we-step-inside-chesterfields-oldest-pub-ye-royal-oak-to-meet-new-owners-and-gerald-the-knight-in-shining-armour-ahead-of-good-friday-reopening-5085216?page=2

On 16^th April 2025 - no rating submitted
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Ian Mapp left this review about The Royal Oak

Chosen as we were walking past and seduced by the history.

Three real ales - unique architecture.

Worth experiencing for its age.

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On 20^th February 2017 - rating: 6
[User has posted 277 recommendations about 276 pubs]

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