Criterion, Weston-super-Mare

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The Criterion is a proper old fashioned pub in Weston-Super-Mare, which comes with a friendly welcome.

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The traditional tavern in Upper Church Road, which is in the Knight stone area of the town, sells a range of real ales, lagers and ciders on draft and a selection of spirits.

The pub is a throwback to pubs as they used to be and has a loyal local clientele and occasional live music.

It has a warming and welcoming fireplace and with plenty of different ales on offer, you are assured of a good welcome and an excellent pint.

The pub is a full of character and is a bit of a locals’ secret but it is one they are quite happy to share with visitors who receive a warm welcome.

This watering hole wears its Cask Marque accreditation with pride.

It serves a selection of locally-sourced real ales, ciders and premium lagers, as well as spirits, wines and sparkling wines and an extensive selection of gin.

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Reviews

287 reviews

4.6/5

John Kirton

2 years ago

A proper pub with good beer, a friendly ambiance and fair prices. I was pleased to take my French partner here during our visit from France. Please support these English treasures.

David Hunt-Vincent

2 years ago

Good old pub looked like it was popular with the locals, think it had 5 ales on but mainly national, but still worth a visit

Steve's Fruity's

2 years ago

Really nice friendly local with 4 real ales. And a nice box cider. Worth the walk from town

Harvey baigent

3 years ago

A little gem of a pub located behind the main stretch of the seafront, often missed. Obviously a locals pub but definitely a good thing. The landlord has a keen eye for quality and service which reflects in the beer and service on offer. Very friendly environment and welcoming. They have events and entertainment on offer. I would thoroughly recommend popping in! I'm very glad I have

Chris Sanders

3 years ago

If you're not a local, or not following the Cask Marque Ale Trail, you are going to miss this place - and that will be to your disadvantage. The atmosphere in this tucked away local tavern, is the definition of good cheer, geniality and bonhomie. Off the beaten track, it is easily missed and those wishing to experience an atmosphere of genuine cordiality, miss something that the English pub is all about. This is just the place where I would bring American, or any foriegn tourist to see an ideal version of how we do things in Britain - I just wish every local pub was like this and I also wish it was my local. Those with an interest in history, will be interested to know this is one of the oldest buildings in the town. The late Victorian building eventually evolved over the years from a lodging house into a pub. The interior has some regional importance being almost unchanged since the time, the main interest being the impressive old curved counter and the fine mirrored bar-back. Snacks are available and the free cheese and nibbles on the counter on Sundays, is not so often seen now-a-days. And, being on the Cask Marque Ale Trail, the discerning imbiber can be assured of a perfect pint. This reviewers opinion of the Tribute (St.Austell Brewery 4.2%) was in perfect condition. K, the landlady, like many of the patrons, was affable and interested in any new faces. Well worth more than just another visit.