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 on the bar, 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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