The Puffing Billy

01/06/2026

This Friday see’s something a little different at the puffing billy. Make sure you pop in to see some of James Bowden - Art. 🎨🖌️

🎨✨ Something a little different next week at the pub! ✨🎨

We’re excited to welcome talented local artist James Bowden, who will be bringing a selection of his incredible artwork to display in the bar for you all to enjoy 🖼️🍻

James will also be joining us for a relaxed meet & greet, giving you the chance to chat with him, hear the inspiration behind his paintings, and maybe even pick his brain about his creative process 🎭🎨

Why not pop in for a drink, take in some amazing local art, and support local talent? ❤️🍷

In the meantime, go and check out his Instagram james_bowden_art and show him some love 📲✨

30/05/2026

⚽🏆 ALL ABOARD… it’s Champions League Final tonight at 5pm at The Puffing Billy! 🚂🍻

Football? ✅
Cold pints? ✅
Questionable refereeing decisions to shout about? Absolutely 😅⚽

Join us for the big game with a cracking atmosphere, ice-cold drinks and all the match-day drama on the big screen! 🍺🔥

Round up your mates, grab a pint and settle in — because the only thing better than watching the Champions League Final… is watching it at the pub 🍻⚽

Drop your score predictions below 👇 (winner gets bragging rights… and eternal pub glory 😎)

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25/05/2026

🎨✨ Something a little different next week at the pub! ✨🎨

We’re excited to welcome talented local artist James Bowden, who will be bringing a selection of his incredible artwork to display in the bar for you all to enjoy 🖼️🍻

James will also be joining us for a relaxed meet & greet, giving you the chance to chat with him, hear the inspiration behind his paintings, and maybe even pick his brain about his creative process 🎭🎨

Why not pop in for a drink, take in some amazing local art, and support local talent? ❤️🍷

In the meantime, go and check out his Instagram james_bowden_art and show him some love 📲✨

23/05/2026

☀️🍻 What more could you ask for this Bank Holiday & half term? 🍻☀️

The sun is shining, the drinks are flowing, and our freshly renovated beer garden is ready for you! 🌿🍹 Whether it’s lunch in the sunshine, a cold cider with friends, or a relaxing evening drink — we’ve got you covered (literally 😎☂️)

A big thank you to Fever-Tree Thatchers Cider 1664 for helping us get beer garden ready with the parasols 🙌

🍴 Kitchen open: 12pm–8pm
🍺 Bar open until: 10pm

Round up your mates, bring the family, and enjoy the sunshine with us this weekend! ☀️🍔🍻

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22/05/2026

Out for a walk in the sunshine? And on the bank holiday weekend, that means only one thing, Gin and tonic in the beer garden

16/05/2026

We have been at it again, changing things up, newly on our lager repertoire, is Angelo Poretti. Come down for a pint, with also an opportunity to claim a free one. Look forward to seeing you

24/04/2026

🚂 Don’t forget… it’s Pub Quiz Night tonight! 🧠✨

Join us for The Puffing Billy Quiz — gather your team (up to 6!) and get those thinking caps on 🤔💡

🕢 Starts at 7:30pm
📅 Tonight 24th April
💷 Just £2 per person

🍽 Upgrade to £10 to include our delicious dish of the day (available from 6pm!)

Grab your friends, bring your A-game, and let’s see who takes the win tonight 🏆

14/04/2026

Highlights from our spring Menu

From the Starters:
Salt and pepper squid with sweet chilli mayo, mixed leaf salad, and a lemon wedge garnish

From the Mains:
Pan-Roasted Chicken Breast accompanied with Mashed potato, medley of green vegetables, and a tarragon cream sauce

Drinks to go with the meal:
Salcombe “Start Point” with Fevertree tonic

New Mocktail for the spring:
Blood Orange Sunburst

10/04/2026

A bright new spring cocktail list 🌼🌼🌼

- Disaronno Fizz 🍋🍋

- Pimm’s + Lemonade 🍓🍹

- Pina Colada 🍍🥥

- Negroni 🍊🍊

And plenty more!! Hope to see you for a taste test 🤭

10/04/2026

🎶 FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE MUSIC 🎶

Get ready for an electric night of live music, great vibes, and an unforgettable atmosphere! 🎸🔥

📆 10th April
🕢 Music starts at 19:45
✨ Sam Tanner
🍽️ Food available beforehand (booking required)

Don’t miss out — grab your friends, book your table, and kick off the weekend the right way!