Pubs on the 1 bus route

1 Brass Monkey

Busy city centre pub offering themed evenings and live music every Saturday evening. The pub serves up to 8 real ales and 2 real ciders on 10 handpulls. House beers may include Brass Monkey Ale (4% ABV) and Brass Monkey’s Big Brother (6% ABV), and Weston’s Traditional Scrumpy. Other Devon and Cornwall ales feature regularly, as well as some national favourites. Occasional beer festivals are held. CAMRA Member’s Vouchers may be redeemable here for real ale or cider - don’t forget your Membership Card! Alight on Royal Parade

12-14 Royal Parade, City Centre, Plymouth PL1 1DS Find out more here

2 Minerva Inn

Plymouth’s oldest hostelry, dating from 1540, and within easy walking distance of the city centre and the historic Barbican, attracts a varied clientele. It has a long and narrow bar, leading through to a cosy seating area at the rear. Two guest beers are supplemented by spring and autumn beer festivals, where beer could and does, come from all over the country. Live music takes place on Thursday-Sunday evenings and on Sunday lunchtimes. Alight on Royal Parade

31 Looe Street, Barbican, Plymouth PL4 0EA Find out more here

3 Queens Arms

A public house has stood on this site since the mid-19th century. The current building dates from the mid 1960’s after being blitzed in 1941. It is a traditional pub set in Southside Street which tends to attract older customers. Up to four live beers are usually available. The Otter Amber may alternate with Otter Ale, as may the Tribute and Proper Job. Alight on Royal Parade

55 Southside Street, Barbican, Plymouth PL1 2LA Find out more here

4 Dolphin

A Plymouth institution, this unpretentious hostelry is steeped in history. Up to eight ales are all dispensed by gravity straight from the cask. Full of character, this charming pub has tiled floors, well-used wooden benches and a traditional open fire, all creating the perfect ambience. The walls are adorned with paintings by local artist, the late Beryl Cook, who painted many of the characters she encountered in the Dolphin. Alight on Royal Parade

14 The Barbican, Barbican, Plymouth PL1 2LS Find out more here

5 Bread and Roses

This friendly, sympathetically restored, late Victorian pub is popular with university staff, but also has a mixed clientele. Up to three live beers are sold which are organic/Fairtrade wherever possible, just like the snacks. The ales are selected from local and regional breweries, including small batch and speciality beers unusual for the area. The pub promotes artistic and musical creativity and is a vibrant music hub for local talent. Alight Royal Parade

62 Ebrington Street, City Centre, Plymouth PL4 9AF Find out more here

6 Fortescue

This multi award-winning and lively local is frequented by a broad section of the community, and conversation flourishes. Up to eight live beers are usually available on tap including four or five beers from the local area, and up to eight real ciders. Live evening entertainment takes place regularly, and a quiz takes place on Sunday evenings. The patio beer garden draws crowds in the summer and is heated in winter. Terrestrial televised sport is also shown. Local CAMRA City Pub of the Year 2023.Alight outside the pub

37 Mutley Plain, Plymouth PL4 6JQ Find out more here

7 Mannamead

Wetherspoon establishment converted from a former Nat West bank. A wide range of ales from near and far can be found, with at least two local brews usually on the pumps. There is also a good range of real cider and perry. The usual range of JDW food and drink is served. Beer and cider festivals take place several times a year. Brewery showcase events are also held, featuring a large number of local beers, as well as a Devon ale festival. Alight outside the pub

61 Mutley Plain, Plymouth PL4 6JH Find out more here

8 Golden Hind

This newly refurbished pub is set out on its own in an area bereft of other establishments. Two changing ales from Dartmoor Brewery are usually available, as well as the House Beer, Drake’s Golden Ale. It is now light and airy in both the bar and the lounge. It has a good locals bar, where sporting events are shown on several large screen TVs. The lounge is much quieter with a separate dining area. Good value food is served daily. Alight outside the pub

260 Mannamead Road, Plymouth PL3 5RJ Find out more here

9 Tamar

Popular pub in the Crownhill area of the city, offering up to four live beers (real ales), Sandford Orchards Devon Red cider, entertainment, and food. The pub re-opened a few years ago and serves the “Flaming Grill” range of grills, steaks, burgers, and salads, and opens at 0900 for breakfast. Pool and darts are played, with Sky Sports & BT Sport available for the less energetic sports enthusiasts. The nearby car park is pay-and-display, but fees are reimbursed in the pub (restrictions apply). Families are welcome in the dining area. Alight outside the pub at Crownhill Lower Level

1-7 Morshead Road, Plymouth PL6 5AD Find out more here

10 Rock Inn

This large pub with three bars is extremely popular with locals and tourists alike. The Rock sells more Jail Ale than any other pub in the country. Up to four lives beers are available and the guest ale is quite often sourced from Dartmoor or St. Austell breweries. The lounge bar is tastefully decorated for dining parties, has low-level piped music, and features old photos of the area. The cosy and relaxed Farmers Bar is where conversation flourishes. The Sports (back) bar, with pool tables and louder music, attracts a younger clientele. The beer is kept in very good condition and is served with care. Live music features occasionally at weekends - check website for details. Alight outside the pub

Yelverton PL20 6DS Find out more here

11 Whitchurch Inn

A traditional 13th century Inn with bar and restaurant area contained in a single room, separated by the bar, with up to three live beers. It has been run by the same family who run the Rock Inn, Yelverton, since 1999. The walls are decorated with old photographs and an old shoe, which was found during renovations. A wide range of meals are served lunchtimes and evenings. The Otter Ale is occasionally replaced with a guest beer. Parking on the road is restricted. Alight at Whitchurch

Church Hill, Whitchurch PL19 9ED Find out more here

12 Bedford Hotel

Delightful hotel situated in the centre of Tavistock and is open to non-residents. Two ales from Dartmoor are usually available. The food has an excellent local reputation and booking is advised at weekends. Lunch is served daily from 1200 - 1430 Mon - Sun, cream teas from 1500 - 1700 and dinner from 1800 - 2100.Alight at Bus Station

1 Plymouth Road Tavistock PL19 8BB Find out more here

13 Cornish Arms

This is a large town centre pub with several distinct areas serving a range of three St Austell beers and a guest ale. St Austell took over the pub in May 2013 following a major refurbishment. A tiled bar area and wooden floored room are available for eating and drinking, as well as a separate restaurant. Other open rooms surround two sides of the courtyard. A good range of food is served all day, with a la carte lunchtime menu served until 1430, evening meals served from 1800-2130. A reduced bar menu is served from 1500 - 1800. Live musical events run throughout the year. There is also an August bank holiday Beer Festival. The pub also has 7 rooms for overnight accommodation. Alight at Bus Station

5 West Street, Tavistock PL19 8AN E Find out more here

14 Market Inn

The pub changed hands in mid-2017, and now serves two regular real ales, with plans in place to introduce regular weekly guest ales. The pub itself sits next to Tavistock cattle market, hence the name. Good value food is available every day. Food is not available on Sunday evenings. Alight at Bus Station

2 Whitchurch Road, Tavistock PL19 9BB Find out more here

15 Queen’s Head Hotel

This is the oldest licensed premises in Tavistock. Formerly Brown’s Hotel, this was acquired by JD Wetherspoon as one of their growing number of hotels in mid-2015. Brown’s Hotel was formerly the Queen’s Head, an 18th century coaching inn with extensive stabling and yards, and is situated on one of Tavistock’s main thoroughfares. The usual range of JDW food and drink is served. Several beer and cider festivals are held, including a Devon real ale festival. Alight at Bus Station

80 West Street, Tavistock PL19 8AQ Find out more here

16 Stannary Brewery Tap

Brewery Tap for the Stannary Brewing Company, which opened over August Bank Holiday weekend 2016 and moved to larger premises next door in spring 2018. It opens on Friday and Saturday evenings, and special occasions, notified by social media. A core range of five craft keg beers are available, along with seasonal and one-off brews, a selection of which are also bottled. Wine, cider and other drinks are also available. Alight at Drake’s Statue on arriving in Tavistock

Unit 6 Pixon Trading Centre, Tavistock PL19 8DH T Find out more here

17 Tavi Inn

Smartly attired throughout, customers are assured of a warm and friendly welcome, especially when the log burner is on the go! Up to three Westcountry ales are on offer, with one from the local Dartmoor Brewery. The two regular beers are supplemented by a regularly changing guest beer, such as Skinners Betty Stogs. Good value food is served at both lunchtime and evening; booking advised at weekends. The pub reopened in early 2021, after a complete revamp saw the pub having a bistro-style look. Everyone is made most welcome, whether dining or just having a drink. Curry night is on Wednesdays, burger night on Thursdays and fish night on Fridays - other meals deals may be available. Sky and BT Sports are shown on big screen TVs. Live musical entertainment and a pub quiz are hosted monthly. Food is not available on Sunday evenings or all day on Mondays. Piped background music may be played. Alight at Bus Station

9 Brook Street, Tavistock PL19 0HD Find out more here

18 Union Inn

Traditional pub in the town centre with a bunkhouse aimed at cyclists and walkers (www.tavistockbunkhouse.co.uk for more details), with a drying room, bike wash down and secure cycle storage. Two South West ales are usually available. Food is served all day, with breakfast available from 0900-1600 on Saturday and Sunday, and good value Sunday roasts. Live musical entertainment takes place on Fridays and/or Saturday evenings, with open mic night on Wednesdays. Alight at Bus Station

King Street, Tavistock PL19 0DS Find out more here

19 Ship’s Tavern

This is a large pub situated in the Elburton area on the outskirts of Plymouth, serving up to three live beers. The Kings Head bar is the original building of what is now known as The Ships Tavern and was built sometime in the late 17th century. The building is an original Devon longhouse that was initially used as a farm, later being utilized as a scrumpy house with it’s own cider press. The Carvery is available from 1200–1500 (1900 on Sunday) and evening meals from 1700–2100 Monday to Friday, 2000 Saturdays. The guest beer is usually sourced locally, such as a beer from Summerskills. Alight at Elburton outside the pub

Arcadia Road, Elburton, Plymstock PL9 8EG Find out more here

20 Morley Arms

The pub is situated to the east of the city, at the eastern end of Laira Bridge. One guest ale complement the two regular beers. The pub was constructed in 1824 to house the workers who built the original Laira Bridge. This nearly bankrupted the Morley family, after whom the pub was named after the bridge was completed. Most of the rooms have been opened out but retain the wall beams giving a cosy feel to a visually open area. There is a conservatory and a large garden, and a good-sized car park. Home-cooked food is served, which has an excellent local reputation. Live acoustic music features once a month, check with pub for dates. An open fire keeps you warm in winter. Alight outside the pub

4 Billacombe Road, Plymstock PL9 7HP Find out more here