The Bull, Theale - pub details
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Address: 41, High St, Theale, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 5AH [map] [gmap]
Tel: 0871 917 0007 (ref 5695)
Theale (0.3 miles), Tilehurst (3.3 miles), Pangbourne (3.6 miles)
Brewery: Wadworth
Pub facilities/features:
- Quiz night
- Food served, Real ale
Pub suggested by Jelly on 30 Nov 2003
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> Current user rating: 7.5/10 (rated by 6 users)
> Local guides: Reading pub guide, Berkshire pub guide
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Falcon, Theale (0.0 miles), Crown Inn, Theale (0.1 miles), Red Lion, Theale (0.1 miles), Volunteer, Theale (0.3 miles), Lamb, Theale (0.4 miles) - see more nearby pubs
user reviews of the Bull, Theale
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| Never really got much out of this place, seems to be a bit of a Chav magnet some days, doesn't really hold an atmosphere outside the big sporting events. Big and open-plan inside, usually stocks one or two of the Wadworth range in average condition but not really enough to make an impact. So-so. Quinno - 8 Oct 2008 20:26 |
| The Bull has undergone somewhat of a transformation in the last few years. The standard of food started heading in the right direction with the previous landlord and has happily continued with the current boss. Sky was installed last year, (not everyones cup of tea,) but of all the pubs in Theale, this is the one with the best layout to enable mass viewing, and the venue of choice for Champions League and Rugby Union fans alike. Good live bands play about twice a month, with many up and coming young groups warmly received along with the more established and equally popular covers outfits. The covered outdoor area for smokers has been tastefully done, (By Dean of Fox Fencing), so much so that many of us non smokers can be found there, weather permitting. The quiz on alternate Thursdays is gaining popularity, and I've always found the ales to be well kept. Gone are the dark days of aggro, kids in the pool room, (now a function type restaurant space), and regular visits from the law. What would I change if the place were mine to run ? I'd have a regular open mike night. I'd stock a super cold lager - "Buy One Get One Free" and I'd enforce an immediate ban on children, dogs and Sunderland supporters. (C'mon Boro !) watsonworld - 1 Aug 2008 11:39 |
| Well myself and my two young children were not so impressed by this pub!! We chose it for it's family friendly reputation. I was disapointed to be greeted roughly by the barman who gruffly told my son off for messing up the tomato ketchup sachets with not so much as a smile for a welcome. I asked him whether they were family friendly as his attitude put me in doubt, he said that he was only family friendly if the kids didn't play with the sachets. I found his attitude astounding and arrogant, we would not have felt uncomfortable staying there with him breathing down our necks! If you come with kids, beware the barman with the attitude. beanleela - 19 Feb 2007 20:03 |
| Now a family run tenancy as opposed to a managed pub. Good standard of food maintained and regular live music and other events planned. Family friendly with a non-smoking dining area and still has a function room available for hire. The quality of beer is good and there is a also a choice of 5 lagers. Worth checking out. mikeinwanborough - 6 Nov 2006 23:23 |
| GREAT FOOD CASQUE MARK REAL ALES WONDERFUL HOSTS FIRST CLASS STAFF VERY FRIENDLY REGULARS June Johnston - 11 May 2005 11:53 |
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