I'LL DRINK TO THAT
I found Britain’s CHEAPEST pint for just 99p – it was like being transported to 1970s… absolutely no one could top it
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A MAN may have found the “cheapest pint in the country” after spotting a branch of Wetherspoons offering a drink for a mere 99p.
The unnamed bloke shared a snap of a poster in the window of the chain’s Tilley Stone pub in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, advertising the unbelievable price.
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He couldn’t believe what he was seeing as he branded the bargain, which he says reminded him of prices from over 40 years ago, as “cheaper than water”.
However, despite the dirt-cheap price, some still had their doubts, complaining that the quality of the beer would leave a lot to be desired.
The poster advertises the pub’s current special deals, with a pint of Worthington’s bitter on offer for just 99p.
Punters could also get a pint of Carling or Coors for £2.49 or Budweiser for £2.69, a step-up in price but still impressively cheap.
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Despite others sharing their bargain pints with the bloke, nobody has been able to top his discovery.
The snap was shared to social media on Sunday (13 OCT) with the caption: “99p. Gateshead High Street.”
It has since received over 260 likes and a slew of comments from Brits keen to share their thoughts.
One said: “That’s got to be the cheapest pint in the country.”
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The man replied: “It’s 1970s prices, I couldn’t believe it.”
Another quipped: “The drinks are too weak for Gateshead high street.”
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A third commented: “You literally couldn’t get four worse pints.”
Another wrote: “Yeah, but the catch is you have to go to Gateshead.”
A fifth said: “Kin (sic) hell, 99 pence for a pint of Worthington's, no need to go to the supermarket and get drunk before you go out at them prices.”
The man replied: “Cheaper than water.”
What's the deal?
On September 18, Wetherspoons blessed fans with 99p pints in a bid to raise VAT awareness.
The deal was available in 11 North east pubs including in Newcastle, Gateshead, Whitley Bay, Wallsend and Bedlington.
Some pints such as the Worthington’s Creamflow ale were on sale for as little as 99p.
Along with discounted spirits for £1.25 and meals for £2.99.
Punters can still pick up a pint for less now though as Spoons is running one of its regular beer festivals.
Around 700 of its boozers are selling pints from £1.79 and a shot of Bell's whisky and a mixer for the same price.
The full list of discount drinks includes:
- A pint of Ruddles Best: £1.79
- A single measure of Bell’s whisky with mixer: £1.79
- A pint of Bud Light lager: £1.99
- A pint of Worthington’s Creamflow ale: £1.99
- A pint of Stowford Press Apple Cider: £1.99
- A single measure of Au Vodka with mixer: £1.99
- A single measure of XIX Vodka with mixer: £1.99
Following the cuts, pub goers will be able to save up to 42p. But, keep in mind prices will vary from pub to pub across the country.
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This is the average price of the items before the promotion:
- A pint of Ruddles Best: £1.85
- A single measure of Bell’s whisky with mixer: £1.85
- A pint of Bud Light lager: £2.39
- A pint of Worthington’s Creamflow ale: £1.99
- A pint of Stowford Press Apple Cider: £2.39
- A single measure of Au Vodka with mixer: £2.41
- A single measure of XIX Vodka with mixer: £2.41
How can I save money at Wetherspoons?
FREE refills - Buy a £1.50 tea, coffee or hot chocolate and you can get free refills. The deal is available all day, every day.
Check a map - Prices can vary from one location the next, even those close to each other.
So if you're planning a pint at a Spoons, it's worth popping in nearby pubs to see if you're settling in at the cheapest.
Choose your day - Each night the pub chain runs certain food theme nights.
For instance, every Thursday night is curry club, where diners can get a main meal and a drink for a set price cheaper than usual.
Pick-up vouchers - Students can often pick up voucher books in their local near universities, which offer discounts on food and drink, so keep your eyes peeled.
Get appy - The Wetherspoons app allows you to order and pay for your drink and food from your table - but you don't need to be in the pub to use it.
Taking full advantage of this, cheeky customers have used social media to ask their friends and family to order them drinks. The app is free to download on the App Store or Google Play.
Check the date - Every year, Spoons holds its Tax Equality Day to highlight the benefits of a permanently reduced tax bill for the pub industry.
It usually takes place in September, and last year it fell on Thursday, September 14.
As well as its 12-day Real Ale Festival every Autumn, Wetherspoons also holds a Spring Festival.
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