Atherstone is also famous for its number of Pubs. At one time in the early 20th century there were reported to be 30 alone covering the length of Long Street. There are still a number of pubs still open though some are following the recent decline and closing. Amusingly most locals never refer to the pubs by their actual names but instead local nicknames. Classic examples are The White Lion (Sweeties), White Horse (Conkies), White Bear (The Clock), Barge & Bridge (Shanghai), Hat & Beaver (Flying Handbag) Wheatsheaf (The sheaf), Market Tavern (Crics). The legal age for consumption of alcohol in these establishments is 18 although anyone above the age of 12 in the presence of an adult will usually be served a beer. As of September 2020 the following Pubs/Clubs remain: Old Swan, Black Horse, Conny Club, Hat n' Beaver, Bubble Inn (white horse), Red Lion, Bar 93, Legion, Market Tavern, Angel, Wine Bar, New Swan, The Clock, Wheatsheaf, Kings Head and the Maid of the Mill.