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(Pub, Key). Published on 26-01-2013

Purple Turtle, Reading

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9 Gun Street, Reading, RG1 2JR (Directions)
(0118) 959 7196
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A Reading legend since the 1990s, famous for its live music and DJs. Extensive garden area. Selection of British and foreign bottles and kegs. Note that all handpumps were removed in 2018 and cask ale is no longer available. Photo id required after 9pm regardless of age.

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Local Authority
Reading (B)
Last updated
03/04/2024
Last surveyed
17/08/2023
Pub ID
REA/READIN0670
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Opening
Monday
14:00-01:30
Tuesday
14:00-01:30
Wednesday
14:00-01:30
Thursday
14:00-01:30
Friday
14:00-01:30
Saturday
14:00-01:30
Sunday
14:00-01:30
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Facilities
Live Music Live Music
Frequent live bands
Garden Garden
Disabled Access Disabled Access
Level access and disabled toilet on ground floor (to the right of the stage). High tables. Limited access to some areas
Smoking Smoking
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
Transport
Close to bus routes
Nearby Station (600m)
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