The Hillary Step
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The Hillary Step

A great little pub which is also a microbrewery. Much loved by locals, it has a great selection of beer and plays great music, with live jazz at the weekends.
A great little pub which is also a microbrewery. Much loved by locals, it has a great selection of beer and plays great music, with live jazz at the weekends.
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