Crown & Bear
Affordable Quality
The Islands Newest Independent Pub
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Food
Drinks
Sunday Roast
Blending
Old with New
The Crown & Bear pub is located at one of the most historic buildings on the Island. The Rectory Mansion, Brading High Street, with its first resident registered at this address in 1228.
Previously known as the Hungry Bear the rebrand has been directed by bringing the buildings past into the future.
Historians have indicated that there was a Tudor pub called the Crown at the Rectory Mansion. That's why we chose the name "Crown & Bear" blending old & new.
The building has twice been owned by the King of England and one of them was the notable Henry V111. It is said what tales could be told if only buildings could talk...
Come and learn about our rich local history, share with us your knowledge and memories with us.