Campaign for Real Ale

Dolphin Hotel

14 The Barbican
Plymouth
PL1 2LS
Telephone(01752) 660876
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Opening times: Mon–Sat 10:00-24:00; Sun 11:00-23:30
Regular beers: Dartmoor Jail Ale, Draught Bass , Sharp's Atlantic, Sharp's Doom Bar, St Austell Proper Job, Timothy Taylor Landlord

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An unpretentious hostelry steeped in history, the Dolphin is a Plymouth institution. Up to 8 beers are dispensed by gravity straight from the cask, with Thatchers Cheddar Valley for those who like cider. The character of this establishment is charming, with tiled floors, well-used wooden benches, together with a real open fire, all adding to the ambience. The walls are adorned with paintings by local artist, the late Beryl Cook, who painted many of the characters she encountered in the Dolphin. Plymouth CAMRA City Pub of the Year Winner 2020 & 2022 and Runner Up 2013, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019 and 2023. The pub does not serve food, but you are welcome to bring in your own from nearby takeaways. CAMRA Member Discount 15p/pint off real ale may be available here.