The Keel Inn on Canal Street is on a small side road near the ASDA
supermarket on the fringe of Barnsley Town Centre. And is located just off Old Mill Lane so is well located for public transport. Both the main Barnsley Interchanges for bus and rail are just a
short 6 to 7 minute walk away.
The pub was once sited on the banks of the Barnsley Canal. The canal is sadly no more but the pub still thrives. It also has historical interest within Barnsley CAMRA as the last barrel of the original Oakwell Barnsley Bitter was drunk at the pub back in 1977, bringing the end to a once Barnsley great. The pub was also a regular meeting place for CAMRA in the 1970’s. For the last four years the pub has been home to the Barnsley Beer Festival and has been wonderful in creating a great atmosphere for a small event.
The interior has a distinctive nautical theme with the walls adorned with vintage objects. The pub
also houses some former Oakwell Barnsley Brewery memorabilia.
To the rear of the pub is a large function room with large screen TV. A popular darts board can be found in the lounge area and a pool table funnily enough in the pool room! The atmosphere is always lively and as successful pool and darts teams who compete in local leagues. The pub has a lovely cozy feel with the real fire adding to this. The pub has two smoking areas with patio heaters one of which is terraced.
The two cask ales are normally sourced from local microbreweries such as Wentworth, Ossett, Durham and Acorn plus many more... The licensees Dave and Lisa have created a great typical local with a fantastic customer base with the atmosphere being always lively. So if you fancy a cracking pint along with good company give the Keel a try, I guarantee you won’t be disappointed!
Open 7pm - 11pm (Sun Noon till 11pm).
