The Plough Inn reopens as Oxford's theatre-goer favourite

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 3 Nov, 16:20 · Archive

The Plough Inn in Oxford's Cornmarket has reopened as a pub, positioned to attract theatre-goers visiting nearby venues.

The Plough Inn in Cornmarket, Oxford, has reopened as a pub targeting theatre-goers visiting nearby venues. Situated on the corner of Cornmarket and St Michael's Street, it is a short walk from the New Theatre. The pub describes itself as ideally placed for pre-theatre dining and drinks.

The building has a long history in Oxford. Records show it was first recorded as an inn in 1656 but closed as a pub in the 1920s, subsequently becoming a branch of tailor Austin Reed before its recent reopening.

The pub competes with other established venues near the theatres, including The Grapes and The Red Lion on George Street, and the Morse Bar at the Randolph Hotel near Oxford Playhouse. Both the New Theatre and Oxford Playhouse have their own bars.

How it is being reported

• Cosy pub in the city centre is perfect for theatrelandWhen you are choosing a pub or bar for drinks before or after a visit to the theatre in Oxford you might think first of venues in George StreetOxford Mail · 3 Nov, 16:00
• Cosy pub in the city centre is perfect for theatrelandWhen you are choosing a pub or bar for drinks before or after a visit to the theatre in Oxford you might think first of venues in George StreetOxfordshire Guardian · 3 Nov, 16:00

In this story: The Plough Inn · Oxford · New Theatre · Oxford Playhouse · Austin Reed

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