Single room bar adjacent to the University. Formerly known as Hearts of Oak, then the Variety it reopened on 8th September 2018 and has been re-named Vinyl Tap. There are up to five real ales served on handpump, reducing to three or four during summer months when you'll find one or more real ciders, vinyl themed events where people can select from an ever-growing "pick and choose" vinyl selection or bring their own to be played while enjoying a drink and a bite to eat with a wide range of authentic German hotdogs available from 4pm. Cask ale £3 a pint and Keg £3.50 on a Wednesday. Fridays and Saturdays feature live music with a rock and roots theme. There is also a quiz every Thursday and Open Mic on a Thursday. Cask ale £3 a pint on a Sunday. Awarded the Central Lancashire CAMRA Most Improved Pub of the Year 2019 and Pub of the Season Spring 2022.

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