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January Offers

Dine for Less

Fuel your week with 25% OFF food every Monday through Friday. Whether it’s a mid-week treat or a working lunch, the discount is on us.

Great food, cheaper drinks, and a warm welcome waiting for you.

The All-Day Happy Hour

We’ve supercharged our Happy Hour and will be pouring from 12PM – 8PM, Monday to Friday. Join us for Â£1 off Selected Pints of Draught lager, cider, and ales. Or House Wine, including Any 175ml glass of white, red, or rosé.

Scenic Setting, Honest Food, Warm Welcome

The Dam Inn, 669 Barnsley Road, Newmillerdam, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF2 6QG

The Dam Inn is a true local gem, perched right on the edge of the Newmiller dam near Wakefield. It’s a proper pub with a warm, relaxed atmosphere and just the right touch of character. The menu offers classic British and Continental pub comforts alongside well-crafted vegan options and Sunday Carvery, each dish prepared with care and balance. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely lunch, a hearty dinner, or simply a well-poured pint overlooking the water, The stunning location of the Dam Inn is a place to gather, unwind, and feel at home.

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Life At The Local

Live Music, proper quizzes, charity nights and offers that satisfy, it’s all happening here and it feels just right.

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Good Food, Fine Drinks, Great Times

At The Dam Inn, dining is a delight, where every dish is crafted with care and tradition. From hearty home-cooked meals to refined flavours, each bite is a celebration. Raise a glass to fine ales, wines, and spirits, savoured in warm company. Gather for vibrant events, from joyful festivities to intimate soirées. Here, food, drink, and laughter intertwine, making every visit truly memorable.

CLASSIC TASTE

Proper honest dishes that let ingredients shine, seasonal veg, delicious burgers, juicy steaks, Sunday carvery and flavours that remind you why you love British food

GOOD TIMES ON TAP

Think quiz and great pub food with live music, it's all about good vibes, proper food and a good laugh with friends

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CHEERS & GATHERINGS

A well kept pint, crisp white wine, a local ales drinks with a sense of place, so raise a toast and enjoy your celebration with us

Great Honest Pub Food

Chefs with heart and skill serve bold, honest food, juicy steaks, homemade pies, vibrant vegetables, and sweet treats that please both the eye and the soul. Expect dishes full of character, crafted with local ingredients and genuine care.

As for drinks, think local brews with a story, wines chosen for flavour over fame, and cocktails that charm without the fuss. It’s comfort without compromise. Meals made to share, savour, and remember.

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Pet Friendly
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Pub People

Whenever you visit us, you’ll be met by the warmth and charm of our remarkable pub people, custodians of tradition and welcome. In our proudly independent, locally rooted pub, a team spirit runs deep, offering every guest not just service with smiles, but a sense of belonging.

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Paws, Sit and Relax

Imagine a place where wagging tails are met with smiles and wet noses are truly welcome. From tasty treats on arrival to cosy corners by the fire, dogs aren’t just allowed, they’re adored. In our pub, four-legged friends are treated like rockstars. It’s the kind of place dogs dream of, full of friendly faces, fuss on tap, and snuggles after a good countryside stroll.

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