Bangor Pub Crawl

About this route

History & Origins The Early Days • Bangor's pub scene grew alongside the slate and maritime trade (1700s–1900s), with pubs serving dock workers, quarrymen, and sailors heading to and from Ireland. • Marquee pubs like The White Lion and The Penrhyn Arms have operated for over 200 years. • The city's location at the head of the Menai Strait made it a natural resting point for coastal traders. Student Adoption (1960s–Present) • Bangor University adopted the city-centre trail in