# The Forge, Newry — Reviews & Opening Hours

> The Forge — Bar in Newry with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.8/5 from 50 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions.

Source: https://staycation.co.uk/armagh/restaurants/the-forge (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version.

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# The Forge

Forkhill, Armagh

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13590632499849076193&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Adam Collins](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/105720223755585056527)

**In short:** The Forge is a bar in Armagh, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 50 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating.

Details checked 3 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About The Forge

The Forge is a bar on Carrickasticken Road near Forkhill, with a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. It holds a Google rating of 4.8 from 50 reviews and is suitable for groups.

Visitors describe an Irish pub with a cosy, homely atmosphere and note the quality of its Guinness and staff.

## Opening hours

**Monday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

**Tuesday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

**Wednesday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

**Thursday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

**Friday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

**Saturday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

**Sunday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

## What's nearby

- Murphy Bros next door
- Nisa Local next door

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (50 reviews)

**Good for groups** Yes

**Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good

**Destination** Armagh

Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1231273).

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★ 4.8 (50 reviews)

Typical price range (Google)

£20 – £30

[028 3088 8175](tel:02830888175)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Armagh

**Plus Code** 9C6M3H67+Q4

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of The Forge?

The Forge is open Mon–Sun 12pm–12am (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is The Forge any good?

The Forge is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 50 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

### How do I contact The Forge?

Call The Forge on +44 28 3088 8175.

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