Chester Pub

Western European Russia


Decorated with bulldog statuettes, Union Jack flags and portraits of QEII and Churchill, this baronial-sized pub attempts to re-create a bit of England. Rounding out the picture is a tempting selection of their own beer brewed on-site (from R90) and a wide-ranging menu including several styles of sausage.


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