Cardiff. Another pub located opposite from Cardiff Castle, the Rummer dates back to 1713 and is the said to be the oldest pub in Cardiff. Its long narrow shape indicates it was built on a medieval burbage plot. A rummer is a large glass or cup for wine, which originated in Central Europe in the 16th century and was associated with toasts. In 1835 the Bristol and Newport Steam Packets Company had a coach service between Cardiff and Merthyr that began at the Rummer. In 1840 the pub was named as the new starting point of the "Hero" coach service to Worcester and Birmingham. The Cardiff 100 Miles Road Cycling Club (1891), the Welsh Kennel Club, and the regional Amateur Athletics Association all met here. Over the years several staff and customers have reported experiencing ghostly appearances in the pub, perhaps the spirit of a sailor who died at the pub soon after finding his wife in bed with another man.

This might be the most plain and simple tavern I have ever been in. Very little on the walls, hardly any dark wood and obviously has been refurbished. But it still had such and cool old feel to it, and quite a few old guys to enjoy a pint and chat with. Definitely a good stop on your way to or from Cardiff Castle.