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Cunning Man, Burghfield Bridge

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Operator: Vintage Inns2 (Mitchells & Butlers)
Burghfield Road, Burghfield Bridge, RG30 3RB (View on Google Map)
(0118) 959 8067
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The pub's name comes from a local legend of a 'cunning man' - a good wizard who would help to protect people from dark spirits and witches. The original building was destroyed following repeated flooding, however the newly re-built pub-restaurant has been impressively restored, several years ago, to its original style - complete with thatched roof. The attractive gardens are extensive. There is an exit directly onto the Kennet and Avon Canal towpath from the car park where one can stroll and see the narrow boats passing by. Alcohol is served from 11:00 on Saturday and Sunday. Buses 2 and 2A stop right outside the pub.

Information for this venue is provided by the Reading & Mid-Berks Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
West Berkshire
Last updated
Last surveyed
10/08/2026
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Mitchells & Butlers
Pub ID
REA/BURGHB010
Asset of Community Value
Monday
11:30am ‑ 10:30pm
Tuesday
11:30am ‑ 10:30pm
Wednesday
11:30am ‑ 10:30pm
Thursday
11:30am ‑ 10:30pm
Friday
11:30am ‑ 11:00pm
Saturday
9:00am ‑ 11:00pm
Sunday
9:00am ‑ 10:00pm
Monday
Noon ‑ 9:00pm
Tuesday
Noon ‑ 9:00pm
Wednesday
Noon ‑ 9:00pm
Thursday
Noon ‑ 9:00pm
Friday
Noon ‑ 9:00pm
Saturday
9:00am ‑ 9:00pm
Sunday
9:00am ‑ 9:00pm
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Current beers

This Pub serves 1 changing beer (M&B list) and 1 regular beer.

Regular and recently seen

Sharp's - Doom Bar TasteMatch Prediction

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Sharp's Doom Bar Pump Clip-1
Sharp's - Doom Bar Session Bitter • 4% Spotted 7 times
Sharp's Doom Bar Pump Clip-1
Sharp's - Doom Bar

This beer is served regularly and Spotted 7 times. at Cunning Man, Burghfield Bridge.

ABV 4%
Cask
Style Session Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Draught Bass - Draught Bass TasteMatch Prediction

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Bass
Draught Bass - Draught Bass Premium Bitter • 4.4% Spotted twice
Bass
Draught Bass - Draught Bass

Spotted twice recently. Last spotted 6 days ago at Cunning Man, Burghfield Bridge.

ABV 4.4%
Style Premium Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Hogs Back - TEA TasteMatch Prediction

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HOGS BACK TEA PUMP CLIP-1
Hogs Back - TEA Session Bitter • 4.2% Spotted twice
HOGS BACK TEA PUMP CLIP-1
SIBA Indie Beer Sold Here
Hogs Back - TEA

Spotted twice recently. Last spotted 1 day ago at Cunning Man, Burghfield Bridge.

ABV 4.2%
Style Session Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Source: National

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Facilities
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Live Music Live Music
Last Friday every month
Garden Garden
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Mobility Access Statement Mobility Access Statement
Step free access throughout. Fully accessible toilet.
Parking Parking
Reg no. needs to be logged on the tablet at the bar
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Events Events
Quiz night every Thursday, Rock & Roll bingo every second Wednesday.
Function Room Function Room
Seats up to 25
Real Fire Real Fire
Restaurant Restaurant
Smoking Smoking
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
Cask Ale Cask Ale
Cask Marque Cask Marque
Member Discount Scheme Member Discount Scheme
20p off Real Ale pints for CAMRA members
Cask Marque Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating
Cask Marque: Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating 5 out of 5
Transport
Close to bus routes (65m)
Reading Buses: 2 and 2A
Ordnance Survey Reference
SU6807670735

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