Old pub on the main road into central Stoke, re-opened as a freehous on 1st August 2025. There is a surprisingly large beer garden, hidden to the rear of the pub. Note the mural to the right of the bar, depicting various local and not so local legends, and the beautiful Minton tiling. Function room to opened shortly at the rear. Entertainments feature, such as karaoke, discos and live acts.