EACH week, we shine the spotlight on top venues to visit with family and friends around East Lancashire.
This time we have headed to Blackburn to find out more about some relatively new people behind the bar at The Royal Oak.
Name of the pub
The Royal Oak
Address of the pub:
2 Royal Oak Avenue, BB1 8QD
Landlord/landlady name:
Kelly Steele
How long have you been the landlord/landlady for?
Four weeks
Bar staff and their names:
Catherine, Chloe and Russ
Give us some history about the pub
It was mentioned by one of the old regulars that it is haunted.
Our history of being at the pub for four weeks has seen a steady climb and each week there are more new faces coming in. I’m loving being here as the locals have made me feel very welcome.
Our pub stands out from the rest because we focus on creating a unique and inviting atmosphere. We offer a wide variety of beers, along with a menu that features traditional pub grub. Our staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and we strive to provide exceptional service to our customers. In addition, we regularly host live music events and trivia nights, making our pub a fun and entertaining destination for local residents and visitors alike. Overall, our commitment to creating a one-of-a-kind experience sets us apart from other pubs in the area.
Is food served? If so what’s on the menu?
Yes, our food is very traditional pub grub. I myself am from a catering background. We have served many of our dishes throughout the couple of weeks and have received amazing feedback.
Is there a beer garden?
Yes, we have a beautiful beer garden with stunning views
Do you have any darts/snooker/pool teams
We are looking forward to this in the near future
Most popular drink served is:
Fosters
Most memorable moment at the pub
Opening day with the live band in the beer garden
Do you have an entertainment line-up?
Yes - three or four times per week
Have you faced any challenges within the industry
The challenge is to make the Royal Oak the centre of the community
The best thing about running a pub is
Meeting all the wonderful locals and making new friends
The worst thing about running a pub is..
The worst thing about running a pub is ringing last orders
The perfect hangover cure is...
Another ice cold beer
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