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The Pump and Truncheon

The guide was updated: 2022-12-12

Pump and Truncheon is a great traditional pub serving a wide range of real ales and a regularly changing selection of draft beers. It is a historical pub which also offers food with your drink (try the pizza). Amenities include a darts board and pool table.

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Address: 13 Bonny Street, Blackpool
Website: www.thepumpandtruncheon.co.uk
Phone: +44 1253 624 099
Email: pumpandtruncheon@blueyonder.co.uk

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The Pump and Truncheon

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