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Head of the River, Oxford

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An attractive pub converted from a warehouse on the banks of the Thames; the name was the result of a competition organised by the Oxford Mail and associates the inn with the finishing post for the Eights bumping races held on the river. The only city pub next to the river which may account for the high prices. There is a large paved area with awnings and marquees and a crane from its days as a wharf, and Folly Bridge is adjacent. Punts and boats can be hired from Salter’s Steamers opposite and short cruises leave from the pier opposite. Internally the pub is relatively small, arranged over two levels. Extensively refurbished Feb/March 2017 and now opens 7am for breakfast, (8 at week-ends).

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Previous Names
Local Authority
Oxford District (B)
Last updated
17/09/2023
Last surveyed
02/08/2022
Pub ID
OXF/C-21
Asset of Community Value
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Opening
Food
Monday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Noon - 9:00pm
Tuesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Noon - 9:00pm
Wednesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Noon - 9:00pm
Thursday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Noon - 9:00pm
Friday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Noon - 9:00pm
Saturday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Noon - 9:00pm
Sunday
11:00am - 10:00pm
Noon - 8:00pm
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Current beers

This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 2 regular beers.

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Changing beers typically include: Dark Star (varies) , Fuller's (varies)

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Facilities
Sports TV Sports TV
Major events
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Garden Garden
Large terrace
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Disabled Access Disabled Access
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Accommodation Accommodation
20 letting rooms
Games Games
Smoking Smoking
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
Real Ale Real Ale
Transport
Close to bus routes (100m)
Closest station (1250m)
Oxford
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