Bystander Pub
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25/04/2026
Today marks the end of an era as we bid farewell to the Bystander.
We will be closing our doors for good at 11pm and I'd like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your support of the pub over the years, during which time the Bystander has gone through many changes, but the one constant has been all of you.
The unwaivering support from George (pictured), Mr and Mrs Duffy, Rachael, Phil, John, Jayden, Jamie, Simon, Beau, Cheryl, Anne, Sue, Bob, Brian and many, many more
We’ll be saying goodbye as we close the doors to The Bystander on 26 April.
The fabulous team want to thank all of our lovely customers for all of the support and good times ✨
18/04/2026
Double Copper Dog Speyside blended malt Scotch Whisky with Coke or Lemonade just £4.50 whilst stocks last!!!
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13/04/2026
*ALERT*
Last chance to have a Sunday roast 🍽️ at The Bystander!!!
Whether you are visiting for the first time or looking for a bit of nostalgia, this will be the last Sunday (19th) that we are open before we close on Saturday 25th.
So make sure you book a table to avoid disappointment. 🕰️
www.greeneking.co.uk/pubs/Oxfordshire/Bystander
12/04/2026
There is just 13 more days till the Bystander is no more.
Don't miss your last chance to visit us before we are gone for good.
Monday's 10% off cask ale all day
Tuesdays BOGOF burgers and free pool all day
Thursdays charity quiz from 7.30pm
Fridays bottle of prosecco £12.99 all day.
Any 2 bottles of beer £7 from 4pm
Also don't forget we have live music on our final night.
www.greeneking.co.uk/pubs/Oxfordshire/Bystander
09/04/2026
⚽ Watch the World Cup 2026 here! ⚽ Our bookings are now open for every World Cup match this summer! 🙌 http://spr.ly/6187B6Inah
06/04/2026
Update on the fallen tree blocking the pavement outside the pub, a tree surgery team will be her at approximately 4.30pm today to make it disappear and clear the pavement and road.
We apologise for the inconvenience so far.
27/03/2026
💸 Payday weekend: £3 Absolut Original or BACARDÍ Carta Blanca + Coca-Cola Original Taste or Schweppes Lemonade mixer + Chance to win 3 prizes! 🎁 Spa day, speaker & £250 getaway! 🎉
Get this offer via our app and enter the competition via our website. Full T&Cs apply.
25/03/2026
Join us for the Bystander farewell party. 🍾 🥳 🎉
Live music by The Publicans from 9pm 🎶 🎤
Saturday 25th April will be the last day ever that the Bystander will trade, so don't miss out, come and say goodbye as we sign off in style.
www.greeneking.co.uk/pubs/oxfordshire/bystander
23/03/2026
Easter is made for a Sunday roast 🐰 Bring the family and enjoy it together. Book now.
17/03/2026
☘️ FREE Jameson, Ginger & Lime this St Patrick’s Day ☘️
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Besselsleigh Road
Abingdon
OX136DN