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Whiskey, Cocktails and Tamworth's best kept secrets

The Press is a Whiskey and Cocktail bar in Tamworth NSW. A step back to a time where we connected not through screens and filters, but over a few glasses of our favourite liquors. Drink, Mix and Relax in Tamworth’s best kept secret bar located in the Basement of the Leader Building, an important part of Tamworth’s heritage since 1924. Strictly 18+ only.

When

Tuesday to Thursday
4pm - 10pm

Friday & Saturday
4pm - 12am

Sunday & Monday
CLOSED-available for private hire.

Where

The Basement
The Leader Building
179 Marius St/CNR Brisbane St
Tamworth NSW 2340
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Drink, Mix & Relax!

Here at The Press we have Tamworth's most unique selection of cocktails, whiskey, beer, wine, spirits and tapas. We proudly stock a collection of local Australian whiskeys and spirits, plus the largest variety of international whiskeys and spirits in Tamworth. Along with our delectable drinks The Press is known for it's delicious pizzas, grazing boards, cheese boards, tapas, chocolate dessert boards and more. Find our full menu below.
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About the Press

Locally owned and operated by the Fielding family. The Basement that once printed and distributed Tamworth’s news is now home to some of the finest whiskey and cocktails Tamworth has seen. The Press is a  bar like none other in Tamworth, a meeting place, a retreat and a secret that stays just between us.
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Private Events

Have an event coming up? We can accomodate various events: corporate functions, weddings, birthdays, reunions, farewells, milestones, bucks parties, hens parties, pre wedding 'get ready at The Press' champagne breakfast,  live performances, album launches and much much more. We have both The Press itself available for hire alongside a private room for smaller events.

Venue Hire

The Press is available to hire out for various events such as functions, performances, wedding receptions, work parties and any other kind of private event that needs a relaxing atmosphere.
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Available for private hire. Price upon application.
Up to 100 guests
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Function Room

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Need a private room for your next night out? We have a function room that offers privacy perfect for meetings, conferences, parties and other smaller events.

$100 hire fee.
25 capacity