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Bentleys
Brock Street
Lancaster
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Last review made:
"Over priced. Must be the most expensive pub in Lancaster for a single measure & a mixer. Would be fine otherwise. ..."
by atmos
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| Blue Anchor
Market Street
Lancaster
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Last review made:
"It's been two looooong years since I visited this maritime marvel. Lovely old naval nicety that I love dearly. That said, I wouldnt drink any beer as it looks like it hasnt been cleaned since 1648. Avoid the rush and go on a Saturday or Friday evening. ..."
by angryman
GREAT DRINKS! GREAT FOOD! CHILD FRIENDLY!
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| Boot & Shoe Hotel 
Scotforth Road
Lancaster
(136)
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Last review made:
"Can someone explain why these reviews have suddenly descended into personal attacks on the various management couples this pub has or has had.
My comments were based upon how i found the pub on the two or three occaisions i have been in.
I do not know this couple nor do i know the last incumbents and so dont feel qualified to make a comment about ..."
by boyband1
GREAT DRINKS! GREAT FOOD! CHILD FRIENDLY! GOOD CUSTOMER SERVICE!
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Bowling Green Hotel 
Scotforth Road
Lancaster
(133)
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Last review made:
"Rumours that this pub is now under new management. Let's hope that it improves. ..."
by deaddogdave
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| Brittania Hotel
101 Ullswater Road
Lancaster
(31)
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Last review made:
"I never went to the Brit in its less-than-savoury days, so i cant comment on relative improvements...
...i can however say that the people who have taken it on have made some excellent decisions....the product range is broad and the staff are knowledgable and friendly, and not pretentious in the slightest...some off-the-beaten track music perfor ..."
by extopia
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Fibber Mcgees
James Street
Lancaster
(135)
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Last review made:
"This is a really great pub. The staff are always really helpful, friendly and just the sort to pick you up on a bad day. I often go here for lunch on my lunchbreak at work with a few friends. As a small group of women I find this pub very non-threatening and comforting to eat.
Over the last few years the quality (and quantity!!) of the food has be ..."
by graceg
GREAT DRINKS! GREAT FOOD! CHILD FRIENDLY! GOOD CUSTOMER SERVICE!
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| Fox & Goose
Newlands Road
Lancaster
(132)
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Last review made:
"The Fox & Goose has aquired an unenviable reputation as one of the very worst pubs in Lancaster, with poor drinks, miserable staff and even worse food. Go and see for yourselves. ..."
by euryalus
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| Freeholders Arms
Ullswater Road
Lancaster
(133)
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Last review made:
"The Freeholders is one of a small group of local pubs on the eastern side of Lancaster. It is a friendly enough place, with a welcoming fire in the winter months, although it is not a real ale venue. ..."
by euryalus
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George & Dragon
24 St Georges Quay
Lancaster
(109)
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Last review made:
"The new renovations have really paid off. What a difference! Well done. Great beers and excellent service from Kate, Dale and Ashley. ..."
by mpsrent
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| Golden Lion
33 Moor Lane
Lancaster
(77)
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Last review made:
"What a delight it is to see my beloved Whittle rescued from the badger-haired "blondes" who ran it for a while last year. There's excellent real ale, a clientele which provides conversation that runs the full gamut from odd to weird (but always amusing), there's football and rugby on the TV, and as if that wasn't enough, I gather Jon's in high-lev ..."
by loobyloo
DOG FRIENDLY! GOOD CUSTOMER SERVICE!
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| Gregson
33 Moorgate
Lancaster
(61)
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Last review made:
"Save the Whale, Ban the Bomb, After the Fox and Suck a Duck. All phrases likely to be heard in this left-wing, reactionary den of equality. How's the beer though Mr A(?),I hear my fans shout. Well, for Gregson regulars the beer is an irrelevance as most of it gets caught in their beards. For a clean shaven young MacArthurist like myself it's reason ..."
by angryman
GREAT DRINKS! GREAT FOOD! CHILD FRIENDLY!
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Horse & Farrier
16 Brock Street
Lancaster
(75)
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Last review made:
"Having been in the bar on the evening mentioned in the previous post I can only say that I wonder just what planet the author was on on that particular evening. As for new years eve the evening was by invite and ticket only, I did not see any trouble at all and a very good evening was had by each and every person in attendance!! And would further c ..."
by manc
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| Hustle
Spring Garden Street
Lancaster
(14)
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Last review made:
"A noisy, popular night club-style establishment which is normally open until about 3.00 am. Alright if you like this kind of place. ..."
by euryalus
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| Litten Tree
33-37 Church Street
Lancaster
(115)
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Last review made:
"typical national chain pub....just like the rest up and down the counrty...absolutely no dire!! ..."
by howmuch
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Metro
60 - 62 Church Street
Lancaster
(126)
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Last review made:
"I agree with mr truth, this place has shut down! Nacht likee it was, taken back by th'landlord. Hadee ha! I never liked their steaks anyway, have you ever wondered why there are no dobermans in town. I wonder if the owners will turn it into a lapdancing venue. Thats what t'word on the street is! ..."
by samuel_soaper
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| Mint Cafe
Church Street
Lancaster
(136)
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Last review made:
"Notes on making a review...
a) Cleanliness of pub - VERY CLEAN DUE TO NO CUSTOMERS WHATSOEVER
b) Customer Service - VERY GOOD DUE TO NO CUSTOMERS WHATSOEVER
j) Interesting Historic or architectural features - ooooooh, so many. I love the use of pre-Blair plastering nicely mixed with post-Anthony Eden designer chairs.
h) Pub type? Trendy bar? ..."
by angryman
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| Mood
2 Gage Street
Lancaster
(60)
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Last review made:
"Hard to say whether it was better as 'Spooner's' beforehand or now. More space to move but nothing special.. a quick drink pub as part of a 'crawl'. ..."
by atmos
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Moorlands Hotel
Quarry Road
Lancaster
(136)
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Last review made:
"This is the nearest pub to my house by a long way but it will never be my local. It could be so good but just misses due to a lack in imagination and investment. It has good beer, a decent building and a fairly good location - in any other pub in town they would have been taken advantage of. I really do hope that they do something with this place. ..."
by mattthecat
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| Park Hotel
St Oswald Street
Lancaster
(135)
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Last review made:
"i think this place is ok but could be so much better ..."
by twiss
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| Penny Bank
51 Penny Street
Lancaster
(138)
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Last review made:
"Now a cosey little pub that has a lot of charm. I know its probably not possiblt but a coal fire would be great in here during winter, would really finish of the snug surroundings it has created! The beer on the whole is excellent, but I have one or two dodgy pints in there but only very occasionally and the bar staff are happy to replace instantly ..."
by howmuch
GREAT DRINKS! GREAT FOOD!
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Revolution
Penny Street
Lancaster
(136)
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Last review made:
"Decent enough place once inside. However that's once you get past the 'bouncers/doormen' who will pick apart anything you are wearing if they don't like the look of you. Quick to let women in, quick to turn men away. ..."
by atmos
GREAT DRINKS! GREAT FOOD!
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Royal Hotel
Thurnham Street
Lancaster
(137)
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Last review made:
"Like previous commments state I'm not too sure what this place is attempting to be. The beer is from Thwaites which needs no more discussion! The food is from Spain(tapas), well sort of and the decour is from, well not too sure. Last time I was in few months ago it seemed to have a bum on every seat with people eating which means it must be doing s ..."
by howmuch
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| Ruxtons Bar
Great John Street
Lancaster
(133)
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Last review made:
"One for the brave.. all be fine, if you keep your head down and don't make eye contact.. ..."
by atmos
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| Stonewell Tavern
Church Street
Lancaster
(137)
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Last review made:
"Completely transformed by the new Italian owners. They've meade live music a focus, with top-quality gigs on most nights, and a Sunday 'Jam' session involving some of the most talented musicians (of all ages) in the area. Exceptional service and atmosphere, with a gusto and enthusiasm rarely encountered. The best pub in Lancaster at this moment in ..."
by mayestmaya
GREAT DRINKS! GREAT FOOD! CHILD FRIENDLY! DOG FRIENDLY! GOOD CUSTOMER SERVICE!
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The Bobbin
36 Cable Street
Lancaster
(143)
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Last review made:
"Very quiet these days. Still a good selection of real ales though. One thing that bothers me is the large plasma screens - especially when the audio that is playing to the pub on-mass is not anything to do with the audio from Scuzz TV. ..."
by ziggyzag
GREAT DRINKS!
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| The Borough of Lancaster
Dalton Square
Lancaster
(137)
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Last review made:
"Only eaten here once before so thought it was about time to try again!....four of us booked in and off we went!.....on the whole the food was ok. We had three starters of which the pate was probably the best, the black pudding was just too much pomp and ceremony to pass as a decent starter and the char grilled veggies were ok but just to much oil d ..."
by hpower5000
GREAT DRINKS! GREAT FOOD!
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| The Bowerham
Bowerham Road
Lancaster
(84)
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Last review made:
"Pleasantly potterable. The Phoenix Club of Lancaster with a vast array or wannabees and gonnaneverbees, karaoke, kwizzes and kitkats (pub food at the Bowerham). Nice place to get lost and never be found. Pointless bowling green behind for the terminally drunk. Bowls. ..."
by angryman
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The Brown Cow Inn
44 Penny Street
Lancaster
(137)
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Last review made:
"still only just ok...gets very busy with the bottle neck next to the bar still present even after the refurb. thwaites beer...need i say more...not cheap either! ..."
by howmuch
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| The Collegian
Gale Street
Lancaster
(14)
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Last review made:
"The Collegian is, strictly speaking, a club rather than a “pub”, with a history dating back to around 1933. However, it is regarded locally as a top real ale venue, and was awarded the Lunesdale Camra “Pub of the Year” award in 2003, 2005 and 2006. It also features in the Good Beer Guide, and I understand that CAMRA members are admitted if they sho ..."
by euryalus
GREAT DRINKS!
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| The Dolly Blue Tavern
West Road
Lancaster
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Last review made:
"This is really the bar of a local football club and, as such, it has an inevitable “sports bar” ambience. The opening hours, which seem to vary, are clearly not those of a normal pub. ..."
by euryalus
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The Duke Of Lancaster
75 Church Street
Lancaster
(136)
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Last review made:
"This pub really comes to life over the weekend and the atmosphere is a great thing to be part of! The cabaret and dancing is fab! The refurb has made a big difference and during the day it is a great place to have a drink. For a fun night out this is the place to be... however keep your wits about you as there are drag queens on the looses!!!! ..."
by rbabe21
GREAT DRINKS! GREAT FOOD!
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| The Friary
Rosemary Lane
Lancaster
(134)
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Last review made:
"Some clientele that use 'Yellow Card's, and by that i mean students. Decent enough place, good for a couple of drinks, good for football. ..."
by atmos
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| The Greaves Hotel
Greaves Road
Lancaster
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Last review made:
"I have never really understood what market the Greaves Hotel is now aimed at. There was, at one, time, a sort of “underground” bar which enjoyed quite a good reputation among real ale fans, but this facility was closed following an outbreak of yobbish behaviour. The main bar has remained in operation, both as a public bar and as part of the hotel b ..."
by euryalus
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The Green Ayre (Wetherspoon)
63 North Road
Lancaster
(112)
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Last review made:
"As these type of pubs go,i find this and its sister pub just up the road very good value for money.They are better managed than the three in my area (the fylde)and the choice and qualty of beers is far better. ..."
by 23617653
GREAT DRINKS! GREAT FOOD! GOOD CUSTOMER SERVICE!
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| The John O Gaunt
53 Market Street
Lancaster
(142)
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Last review made:
"Although making a good start in terms of keeping the 'ambience',this is what happens when ' pubcos'and brewers allow leases to transfer solely on the basis of being able to 'put up the ante'(having the cash to cover the ingoing).Licensed Retailing is a Profession, not a hobby,and should only be undertaken by those with:the right training,the right ..."
by westpennine
GREAT DRINKS!
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| The Keystones
92 Penny Street
Lancaster
(111)
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Last review made:
"Yet another pub for the students, are most in Lancaster these days. Backed up by the 'Yellow Card'. Nice enough place for a drink but costly without the card. ..."
by atmos
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| The Lord Ashton
36 North Road
Lancaster
(134)
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Last review made:
"the royston vasey of pubs in lancaster!....nuff said! ..."
by hpower5000
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The Lounge
Marton Street
Lancaster
(112)
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Last review made:
"Ok-ish pub, now it's got-over itself. Vast improvement on the previous "Lanky's" pub. Oh the horror. ..."
by atmos
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| The Merchants
Market Street
Lancaster
(137)
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Last review made:
"This place has come on in leaps and bounds over the last few months. Great staff, and I hear the food is good too (I've not yet partaken though). The one thing that bothers me about this place is the state of the toilets - though admittedly, I've only been in the gents. ..."
by ziggyzag
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| The Penny Street Bridge
Penny Street
Lancaster
(60)
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Last review made:
"Due to the recommendations made by this website viz-a-viz comments I can and can't make about pubs, I have decided not to make any comments at all about this terrible hell hole. And I thought we won the war... ..."
by angryman
GREAT DRINKS! GREAT FOOD!
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| The Sir Richard Owen (Wetherspoon)
4 Spring Garden Street
Lancaster
(112)
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Last review made:
"still a weatherspoons and you still get what you pay for! however is good for a couple of swift ones if you fany trying some of their ales they have on guest...and if they can charge what they do for bottle and still make money what does that say about how much the other pubs are making on it....yes i know you are going to say they have massive buy ..."
by howmuch
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The Three Mariners
Bridge Lane
Lancaster
(140)
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Last review made:
"Are Roy and Claire the best public house keepers this side of the ring road? Methinks Yes! Food is great, and portions are of plenty. No piped music and locals are friendly enough. Enjoy this place while it lasts. ..."
by ziggyzag
GREAT DRINKS! GREAT FOOD! CHILD FRIENDLY! DOG FRIENDLY! GOOD CUSTOMER SERVICE!
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| The Varsity
9 George Street
Lancaster
(118)
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Last review made:
"I hear through the grape vine that the attitude of the management to employees at Christmas is 'Humbug'. Students who are living away from home are required to work Christmas Eve until two in the morning leaving them little or no chance to get home to spend Christmas day with their family. Scrooge lives!!! Support student solidarity and drink else ..."
by angry
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| The Victoria
West Road
Lancaster
(14)
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Last review made:
"This large Victorian pub has recently been re-opened. It is well-presented, but it situated in what is generally regarded as one of Lancaster’s less salubrious residential districts, and has the atmosphere of a not particularly welcoming estate pub. ..."
by euryalus
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The Vine & Hops
84 King Street
Lancaster
(14)
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Last review made:
"This pub used to be called The Albert. It was at one time quite well regarded, but went then down hill and was subsequently closed about a year ago. However, it has now been re-opened and, presumably to underline a total break with the recent past, it is now called The Vine & Hops. In its new incarnation it is quite a stylish establishment and dese ..."
by euryalus
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| Wagon & Horses
27 St Georges Quay
Lancaster
(140)
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Last review made:
"Greatest quiz nights ever. Best live bands ever.
An absolutely awesome pub, and not 30 seconds stroll/stagger from my flat. Top notch. ..."
by mike_cook
DOG FRIENDLY!
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Walkabout
14 Dalton Square
Lancaster
(107)
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Last review made:
"As said, used to appeal when younger. Now just a good place to watch Football etc. ..."
by atmos
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| Yorkshire House
2 Parliament Street
Lancaster
(141)
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Last review made:
"Scratch and sniff pub. What you see is what you get and that's enough for an old sea cat like me. Jacobean juice leashed to an old meaty ale with just a hint of horseradish soup. Beautify the beer, the saint of Lancaster ale haunts. Called the House in my home, where the War of the Roses is still in full force. Board up the front door, chain up the ..."
by angryman
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