Market Cross Pub & Brewery near Hershey, PA is more than just a pub and brewery. To the town, it's a piece of history. The name of the of the pub, Market Cross, can go back hundreds of years to a small little town in England called Carlisle. There were political problems with different countries all trying to defend their own empires without being invaded. In 1682, a monument was put up in the middle of the town (called their town square) and named Market Cross. Today Market Cross is a popular spot for meetings, gatherings and get-togethers.
With all the thoughts and appreciation for England, the Market Cross Pub was turned into a business in 1994 to give everyone a sample of real English heritage. Everyone knows that England is famous for all their ales, so it's only natural that the Market Cross Pub would have their own brewery, which is located at the back of the pub. With their 10-barrel open-fermentation system, they are able to produce quite a few different porters and ales.
You have to have more than just ales and beer to be satisfied, and the Market Cross Pub has much more. They offer a full menu of some great English meals, snacks and appetizers in addition to having daily specials. For those that think they can hit the bulls eye, Market Cross Pub has dart night! Each week they also have live entertainment.
There is excellent lodging nearby for those wanting to spend the night in the area to spend an extra day enjoying the scenery and activities. Some of the lodging is Comfort Inn, Quality Inn, Econo Lodge, Comfort Inn East and Rodeway Inn Penn's Woods.
