Historic pubs · South East England
Old Drummer's Arms
In or near Donnington.
Old Drummer's Arms in England South East, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Newbury · 0.5 km
About
Old Drummer's Arms is a historic pub in England South East, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Kennet SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Wessex Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Old Drummer's Arms is a pub located in Newbury, South-East England. It is situated within the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and near the River Kennet, designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, likely offering local ales and a selection of beverages in a scenic setting.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4020, -1.3258
- District
- West Berkshire
- Parish
- Newbury
- Postcode
- RG14 1BU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Newbury
- Nearest railway station
- Newbury — 0.5 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26578282 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Old Drummer's Arms?
- Old Drummer's Arms is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode RG14 1BU), in the parish of Newbury.
- What is Old Drummer's Arms?
- Old Drummer's Arms in England South East, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Old Drummer's Arms?
- The nearest railway station is Newbury, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode RG14 1BU.
- Is Old Drummer's Arms a protected site?
- Yes — Old Drummer's Arms is part of the River Kennet SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the North Wessex Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Old Drummer's Arms?
- The nearest railway station is Newbury, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode RG14 1BU.