Welcome
Hicks Bar, St Austell
We're open today - 9am - 9pm
We're open today - 9am - 9pm
Step into the Hicks Bar
A trip to St Austell in Cornwall isn’t complete without a visit to the iconic Hicks Bar. It’s is the perfect place to enjoy all the latest and best-known St Austell Brewery beers, with a range of more than 15 cask and kegged ales and lagers awaiting discovery. Each brew marries perfectly with a dish from the delicious menu of reimagined pub classics and seasonal specials, crafted using fresh local produce. A welcoming, dog-friendly pub, complete with a sunny outdoor seating area – it’s the perfect spot to spend a few hours enjoying our range of award-winning beers, served by our friendly and knowledgeable team.
Whether your passionate about beer or just want to find out more – our tours are also available daily, giving you a behind the scenes experience of our historic brewery.
Amenities
Amenities
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Parking
Venue Hire
Food & Drink
Pub classics, seasonal plates & elevated touches
Our enticing menus combine your favourite pub classics alongside contemporary twists. Find something for everyone, whether a light bite to fuel your adventures or an intimate three-course meal. Utilising the freshest of ingredients, enjoy a seasonal feast in our pub in St Austell.
Brewery Tours
Go beyond the pint
Step inside our working brewery for an immersive tour that blends rich Victorian history with the sights, sounds and tastes of contemporary brewing. Whether you’re a beer lover, a history geek or total novice, you’ll discover how tradition and innovation come together in every pint.
Hold your event at the Hicks Bar
In need of a venue for your next event?
Creating bespoke packages to suit your every event need, our event spaces are exclusively yours from 6pm onwards. Hire starts from just £250 per area (choose from our bar, brewery and museum). Speak to our team for further details.
What’s On?
From the latest offers to upcoming events, find out what’s on at the Hicks Bar.
Food & Drink
Explore our latest menus, lovingly crafted for an unforgettable dining experience.
Visit Our On-Site Shop
Head down to our fully stocked, on-site shop and enjoy our award-winning beers at home.
Explore St Austell
Nestled in the heart of Cornwall, St Austell is a vibrant town shaped by coast, countryside, and heritage. Explore the world-famous Eden Project, wander the Lost Gardens of Heligan, or discover charming fishing villages and sheltered coves nearby. With golden beaches, scenic trails, and a warm Cornish welcome, it’s an ideal base for memorable days out.
Double win at pub industry ‘Oscars’
Award-winning pubs, year after year
We’re incredibly proud to have celebrated double success after being named Best Managed Pub Company and Best Sustainable Pub Company at the 2026 Publican Awards. This achievement marks the third consecutive year that we have been recognised at the UK’s major hospitality awards, following wins for Best Brewing Pub Company in 2025 and Best Accommodation Operator in 2024.
Our award wins reflect a business built on quality, care and integrity where our guests can rely on great experiences, responsibly delivered.
Explore Our Sister Venues
Discover more of our unique pubs, offering great dining, brilliant brews and some with comfy rooms too.
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