Large corner building situated in a prominent position at the centre of the town. With the arrival of the railway in the 1850s, the Crown (as it was then) became a local institution thanks to its proximity to the Station just down the hill. As a result the former Inn expanded into a Hotel, such was its dominance in the town that for many years after it was simply known as 'The Hotel'. It reverted to its public house status following a fire in 1968. The current pub spreads over the ground floor, with two main rooms, plus a large separate restaurant area; the latter has some unusual nooks for a more intimate gathering. Reopened on 15/3/24 after a two year closure, this is very much a pub despite the sign by the entrance suggesting it is a restaurant. The public bar has a dart board, pool table and TV. The premises was neglected during its period of closure so there is still a bit of work to be done, particularly to the garden which is not yet in use. The restuarant is expected to re-open late 2024/early 2025.