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The "Pen" gets slated a lot which is a shame. Its reputation goes back issues it has decades ago. The landlord is trying hard to improve the look and feel of the place but as usual theses tings take time a money.
The bar has a pool table (which is used for local pool competitions)and a fruit machine and is where the bands play.
The lounge is where most of the over 30's and the odd family go. The pub has a bit of a rep for "skally's" but the majority of the locals who drink in there at night are respectable/professional people and are lovely. I was a regular for 10 years but I've moved from Pensby now but every time I go back, everyone seems genuinely pleased to see you. It does take a wee while to become accepted as a local but if you make the effort to be chatty and friendly they'll reciprocate.
The function room upstairs is large, bright and clean and I've used it a few times for parties and wakes - the buffets are always nice.
The pub food is simple but lovely and best of all is cheap and you get loads of it...I always have to squeeze the pudding in! The kitchen is tiny but every time I've been in, it has been immaculate (I've used to work in Catering and i'd be happy to work there without being worried about a any spot=visits from the HSE)
The staff are nice enough but don't expect any conversation from them.
The beer is fine but they don't sell real ale which is a shame.
Overall its a local which has loads of potential - Don't right it off!