The Pub

The pub first opened it's doors on 14th December 1961 in the thriving community of Marston. An easy bus ride from the dreaming spires of Oxford's colleges and a mere 15 minutes walk from the John Radcliffe Hospital.

The pub offers a warm friendly welcome from Linda and Nigel and the staff, traditional hand pulled ales, live entertainment, karaoke, pool league, traditional Aunt Sally, or simply a place to meet, chill out and relax. Families are welcome! With safety in mind we do ask that children are accompanied by an adult at all times. If you have any questions about this or any of our services and events then call and we will be happy to give you the answers.

Drinks Promotions Coming sooon...
Carlsberg £1.99 per pint
Greene King IPA £1.99 per pint
Draught Coca Cola / Diet Coke 99p per 16oz glass
Giotto Wine £6.95 per bottle

Food

Pensioners are invited to join us on a Tuesday for our special 2 course lunch. Drop in and catch up with your friends or make new ones.

On a Sunday we have a choice of 3 or 4 meats, normally beef, lamb, pork and Chicken on the carvery, roast potatoes and parsnips, Yorkshires, 4/5 fresh seasonal vegetables and stuffing and gravy. All for £5.95. We have a variety of sweets on our dessert menu for £3.00 to round off your traditional Sunday Stuffing! The Jack is always well stocked with cheeky reds and wicked whites to accompany your meal, or a nice cup of tea or coffee.

Entertainment

The Jack Russell is famous locally for its live entertainment, historically the Thursday Jam at the Jack was an inspiration for many a musician and songwriter. We have re introduced the Jack Russell Electric Jam 9pm to 11pm on Thursdays. We have weekly live music in the lounge. Karaoke is on a Friday. We also have regular features like pool on Thursday, darts Mondays and Wednesdays, Aunt Sally during the summer season and the Tuesday Quiz from 8.30pm. There are always openings for new players/teams for all of our pub sports and the quiz, come down and we will welcome you. We have Sky and Setanta Sports on in the Bar with all the main games showing. Keep visiting our site to see what's on.

Functions

Whatever the occasion, whether it's the office Christmas Party, your Mum's 40th, or even a Wedding Reception, we can provide excellent food, drink, entertainment and decorations to compliment any event even a marquee for the overspill if the need arises. Talk to the team and your event will be managed down to the finest detail to ensure a seamless and enjoyable 'do'.

Opening Hours

Our opening hours:

Mon to Thurs Afternoon..12pm - 2.30pm
Mon to Thurs Evening ....5.30pm - 11.30pm
Fri and Sat...................11.30am - 12.30pm
Sunday........................11.30am - 12 midnight

We look forward to seeing you soon.

June
Thu 18th - Open Mic
Sat 20th - Tony Casper
Thu 25th - Electric Jam
Sat 27th - Loose Covers
July
Thu 2nd - Open Mic
Sat 4th - TBC
Thu 9th - Electric Jam
Sat 11th - Steve Whale
Thu 16th - Open Mic
Sat 18th - East 42nd Street
Thu 23rd - Electric Jam
Sat 25th - Emmarella
Thu 30th - Open Mic
August
Sat 1st - TBC
Thu 6th - Electric Jam
Sat 8th - Butterfly Collection
Thu 13th - Open Mic
Sat 15th - Uprooted
Thu 20th - Electric Jam
Sat 22nd - Skin the Cat
Thu 27th - Open Mic
Sat 29th - Green Onions
August
Thu 3rd - Electric Jam
Sat 5th - Emmarella
Thu 10th - Open Mic
Sat 12th - Hellcats
Thu 17th - Electric Jam
Sat 19th - Tony Casper
Thu 24th - Open Mic
Sat 26th - Loose Covers

We have regular features in the diary happening on a weekly basis. Come on down and join in - new recruits welcome!

Tuesday - Quiz Night in the Lounge & Men's Darts in the Bar
Wednesday - Ladies Darts in the Bar & Seasonal Aunt Sally in the Garden
Thursday - Jack Russell Electric Jam or New Open Mic Night & Pool League
Friday - Karaoke from 8pm Saturday - Live Music

Good Food Served Daily:

Tuesday
Pensioners Special........12pm - 2pm
Sunday (booking advisable)
Traditional Carvery .......12pm - 2pm

Our Bar Snack menu is usually available during opening hours
To book your table call: 01865 791899

Journey to the Jack by......

Car

Bus
Oxford Bus Company 13A and 15A these go to and from the city centre around every 10 minutes. Local stops include Mortimer Drive & Northway going Via the John Radcliffe Hospital

Taxi
A Taxi to or from the city centre should cost no more than around £5