The Retreat in the Eighties
Here are some wonderful old photos of The Retreat in the 80s.
Category: News
We’re Planning on Reopening.
When on earth was it we locked our doors for the refurbishment? It was ages ago. We expected and hoped to be reopen again before Christmas. As we all know, circumstances required all pubs to close. Following Boris Johnson’s announcement …
The Refurbishment Has Started
We are now closed for refurbishment and our contractors have already started work. Our reopening date will be in November but we cannot confirm the precise date yet. In the meantime, do please visit our friends at the local pubs …
We’re Open This Weekend
Pop in and see us this week, we will be open Wednesday to Sunday. This is your chance to see The Retreat before we set about our refurbishment. Click here for our opening hours. I wanted to update you about …
Are Pubs Affected by Yesterday’s Announcement?
The quick answer, for The Retreat, is no. The announcement yesterday that people can only meet in groups of up to six was ambiguous with regards to its impact on pubs. The good news is that a Government spokesperson this …
The Retreat and Track & Trace
Brian Moignard, landlord of The Retreat, was a guest on the mid-morning on BBC Radio Berkshire with host Sarah Walker on Tuesday 1 September. He was being asked about how Track & Trace is working at the pub. You can …
It’s all happening in St John’s Street
Luke Kendrick heard about the refurbishment plans for The Retreat. Like a good neighbour, he didn’t want to let the street down and he set about decorating his own front door. Our plans for the works at The Retreat should …
We’ve Been Moving The Furniture
Good news. We now have a couple of tables for four people in the back bar. After reviewing how the pub has been operating, it’s been decided that it’s appropriate to slightly increase the seating capacity and that has allowed …
Takeaway Real Ale
You can now buy the real ales on tap at The Retreat in two-pint sealed containers to takeaway. Enjoy some great beer at home at a special price of £7 for two-pints. This weekend we have Harvey’s Brewery Sussex Best …
New Opening Hours for The Retreat
It’s great to have been able to open our doors and welcome lots of regulars again. Generally, things have gone pretty smoothly and we are now increasing our opening days and hours. This weekend we will be open Friday, Saturday …