Penny Black

Penny Black Cocktail Bar
A Celebration of Craft Cocktails, Craft Beers & Local Wines Penny Black has breathed life back into the old Post and Telegraph office.

It is situated in the quaint historic precinct of Old Cromwell Town, on the banks of the Kawarau River. Penny Black offers signature cocktails, local craft beer, and wines, with delicious tapas-style food to enjoy All of us who work at Penny Black, love being part of this amazing space. Remembering years gone by, we kept to the Victorian era, honoring the first adhesive postage stamp, with a bend

towards the Industrial Revolution, linking us to the new Dunstan Cycle Trail. You can find us at the start of the Dunstan Cycle Trail, or for a short stroll through the Old Precinct. All are welcome... cyclists, ladies in frocks, men in top and tails, families wanting to gather. Please note that we do not take bookings.

PLEASE NOTE…WE WILL BE TAKING A SHORT BREAK BETWEEN14th JUNE -23rd JUNEWE WILL RE-OPEN 24th JUNE
13/06/2026

PLEASE NOTE…
WE WILL BE TAKING A SHORT BREAK BETWEEN
14th JUNE -23rd JUNE
WE WILL RE-OPEN 24th JUNE

It wasn’t a full house but let’s just say… someone wore a hole through their sock on the dancefloor… As usual thanx Alec...
13/06/2026

It wasn’t a full house but let’s just say… someone wore a hole through their sock on the dancefloor…
As usual thanx Alec resident DJ
Thanks everyone who came out in their furrs, flares, pants suits, glitter & 70’s grooves!!!
Have an epic weekend!!!

Last day to come have a drink before we take out 10 day break

TRADING HOURS FROM TOMORROW:
PENNY WILL BE SHUT FROM:
Sunday 14th June - Tuesday 23rd June
We will RE-OPEN 24th June
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10/06/2026

Looking forward to our Groovy 70’s Night
Still have some tickets left!!!!!!
Come on grab em before they go!!!!

Wishing our Neighbors up the hill the best and all success today for their opening!!!!Congratulations Guys!!!I know you ...
10/06/2026

Wishing our Neighbors up the hill the best and all success today for their opening!!!!
Congratulations Guys!!!
I know you will get wonderful support from your locals and will def pop in on our day off 🖤🙌🖤

Well… tomorrow’s the day 🍻

What started as a few ideas and plenty of to-do lists has somehow turned into opening day already — and we honestly can’t wait to welcome everyone in.

We’ll be open and ready to pour the first pint tomorrow, Wednesday 10th from 12pm for drinks and bar snacks, with dinner available from 5pm 👌

From Thursday onwards, we’ll be open from 12pm ‘til late with lunch, bar snacks and dinner... You can check out the NEW website for menus, hours and all the details.

And before we get busy behind the bar tomorrow, we just wanted to say the support so far has honestly been incredible. Every follow, message, share and chat over the last week has meant so much to us both — so thank you to everyone 👊

If you’re around over the next few days, come in for a drink, say hi and have a look at what’s been happening behind the scenes over the last week 🍺

Can’t wait to see you all at the bar!
Jason & Clare

Yes time for our wee Mini break!!!!!We will be shut from…………Sun 14th June - Re-Open Wed 24th June HOWEVER BEFORE THEN….W...
07/06/2026

Yes time for our wee Mini break!!!!!
We will be shut from…………
Sun 14th June - Re-Open Wed 24th June

HOWEVER BEFORE THEN….
WE’RE HAVING A PARTAY… 70’s Style
So come have a wee bit of fun with us before we head off..
Dress up (or not) some ideas on here…
DJ Alex will be bringing his grooviest tunes
$20 per ticket (available from Penny)
Limited tickets as we have a max cap
This Friday 12th June
7pm - 11pm
Looking forward to seeing you and boogying on down 🦋💋🦋

Righto You SuperFly Cats & Kittens.. we’re movin back to the  Super Groovy 70’s…. Can you Dig it????Time to dust off tho...
05/06/2026

Righto You SuperFly Cats & Kittens.. we’re movin back to the Super Groovy 70’s…. Can you Dig it????
Time to dust off those flairs, boas, boots, pimp hats, disco suits, Wide lapels, platforms, shades & glitzy garb
(if you’re stuck for ideas, check out the pics below)
DJ Alex will be playing his grooviest tunes to get you onto the dancefloor!!
Limited tickets …
Hope to see you Stonefoxes and Dudes

Friday 12th June
7pm - 11pm
$20 per ticket (available from Penny or bank transfer)

Thankyou to The Lovely Charlie Oswin from Make up & Hair by Charlie oswin and her equally lovely  Sarah who came and edu...
04/06/2026

Thankyou to The Lovely Charlie Oswin from Make up & Hair by Charlie oswin and her equally lovely Sarah who came and educated us on tye difference between blusher & bronzers, why we should be bothered with make-up and how easy it can be to look and feel amazing with a few tricks by using the right product, without breaking the bank.
Thank you Charlie .. you’re amazing!!!

Thankyou to All the ladies who came to support and enjoy 🖤💋🖤
If you want to follow Charlie, what she does and for more tips, I will share here page on here..🖤💋🖤

Sooo exciiited for this event!!!!!Still a few tickets left if you’re keen 💋This is a TICKETED EVENT, so please note PENN...
02/06/2026

Sooo exciiited for this event!!!!!
Still a few tickets left if you’re keen 💋
This is a TICKETED EVENT, so please note PENNY WILL BE SHUT FROM 6PM ON THURSDAY 4th JUNE for COCKTAILS & CONTOURS WITH MS CHARLIE OSWIN 💋🖤💋

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Address

71 Melmore Terrace
Cromwell
9310

Opening Hours

2pm - 8pm

Telephone

+6434454474

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