About This Pub
Ah, Sportsmens Rest – it's this cosy little pub nestled in the Shenley Leisure Centre in Milton Keynes, and from the buzz around the reviews, it's got a lot going for it. The staff really stand out; they're so accommodating and cheerful, making every visit feel like catching up with old friends. It's fantastic for sports lovers, with big screens everywhere for watching the matches, and the community atmosphere is just right for a laid-back drink or even a private gathering. Plus, the prices are spot on for keeping things affordable without skimping on quality. On the downside, though, the furniture's a bit tired and could use a refresh to make the space feel more inviting. And if you're after a quiet evening, you might want to avoid Fridays, as the Karaoke and loud music can turn it into a shouting match just to have a conversation. All in all, with a solid 4.1 rating, it's a decent spot that's worth checking out if you're local, but it's not without its rough edges – still, the good bits make it a reliable choice for a pint and a chat.
Pros and Cons
Pros
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The staff are incredibly friendly and make you feel right at home, always going the extra mile to help out.
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It's a brilliant spot for watching sports on large screens, perfect for catching the game with your mates.
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Drinks are reasonably priced, which makes it easy on the wallet for a casual night out.
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The community vibe is spot on – a great place to meet up and unwind in a relaxed setting.
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Plenty of parking nearby and it's accessible for everyone, including those with mobility needs.
Cons
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The furniture could do with an update; it's a bit worn out and could make the place feel dated.
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Fridays get too noisy with Karaoke and loud music, making it tough to have a proper chat or relax.
Contact Information
Shenley Leisure Centre, Burchard Cres, Shenley Church End, Milton Keynes MK5 6HF
+441908502488
Pub
Open Now
Opening Hours
Monday | 16:30 - 23:00 |
Tuesday (Today) | 16:30 - 23:00 |
Wednesday | 16:30 - 23:00 |
Thursday | 16:30 - 23:00 |
Friday | 16:30 - 23:00 |
Saturday | 09:00 - 23:00 |
Sunday | 12:00 - 22:30 |
Recent Reviews
The Sportsmens Rest is part of the Shenley Leisure Centre, in Shenley Church End. It has a great selection of apparatus for keeping fit.
The Sportsmens Rest is a really great community place to meet up with friends for a drink and to watch all the sport on large screen monitors around the bar. The staff are also excellent. The bar only serves crisps and peanuts, that's why I didn't give any food stars.
Attended a Private Party here recently and it was perfect.
Very friendly and accommodating staff, the Lady that kept giving me pints of very reasonably priced Lager all evening was an absolute delight. Thank You!
Parking is right behind the venue or just over the road. If you’re a chair user, this might be a bit of an issue as the parking behind the venue isn’t exactly level and there are speed bumps.
All in all, it’s a hall type venue but it does what it says very well and the staff were utterly brilliant.
MH
Marcus Hender (LittleBearBBQFoodOriginal)
A lovely, friendly bar. Erica, the manager, could not be more helpful and obliging. It does need a furniture upgrade, but that will come in time.
Outstanding bar with friendly staff to spend with family and friends, or just to chill for a bit and watch a football game!
I love this place, great place to stop by for a casual drink. But on Fridays the Karaoke and loud music is just too much… you can’t even have a conversation without shouting to the person next to you. Don’t need Karaoke on a Friday night, people just want to come and unwind/chat/relax/watch sport. Especially when there is no one actually going the karaoke and you just have music blaring.
JB
Jitesh Bharadia (JB Media)
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