JJ Hough’s Singing Pub

Vine-covered 250-year-old music pub near the River Shannon in Banagher

JJ Hough’s Singing Pub is a traditional pubs in Banagher, Co. Offaly. Rated 4.8/5 from 572 reviews.

Hidden behind a thriving vine on Banagher’s Main Street, JJ Hough’s is a 250-year-old pub in the Hough family since the 1940s and famed for traditional music and singing. Popular with boaters cruising the nearby Shannon, it has been named by Lonely Planet among Ireland’s best pubs for pints, music and atmosphere.

Opening hours

Monday12:01 PM – 1:00 AM
Tuesday12:01 PM – 1:00 AM
Wednesday12:01 PM – 1:00 AM
Thursday12:01 PM – 1:00 AM
Friday12:01 PM – 1:00 AM
Saturday12:01 PM – 1:00 AM
Sunday12:01 PM – 1:00 AM

What visitors say

Fantastic option was not going to stop in banager...great open fire...such a nice pint of GuinnessSonya Hogan · 5★

Very good spot. We didnt have food but great location & we had a large group & were able find a spot that suited brilliantly. Service , atmosphere & music all were top classDes Teehan · 5★

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