Est. 900
While the Bingley Arms can maybe go back to 905, Sean’s Bar in Athlone, Ireland is older than that. This is the most ancient pub in Europe, possibly the world and it was founded at a crossing point on the banks of the River Shannon. Originally called Luain’s Inn, it’s been pouring pints for over 1,100 years.
In 1129, Irish King Turlough O’Connor built a wooden castle nearby and a town erupted around both the castle and the pub. Since then, Sean’s Bar has had a lot of colourful owners, including Boy George in 1987.
