The building was the towns Flannel Exchange built in 1832 when the town and district was prosperous off the back of this trade the building now trades as the Regent Centre also hosting the town’s cinema and night club. The pub itself is situated in the basement of the building and is semi subterranean. In March 2019 after a period of closure it underwent a refurbishment, creating an open plan sports bar. The new look is dominated by a large number of TVs showing a host of different sporting events. The main drinking areas are set with high tables, benches and stools, but there are a couple of raised areas to the left and right of the main entrance where comfortable, lower seating can be found. At the far end of the pub is a spacious games room with pool tables and dart oches. At present one ale is on offer from the Salopian brewery.