Decent pub in itself but i would never go on quiz night again. It kind of defeats the object and the community aspect when one of the teams is clearly cheating (and not even being subtle about it) and the compare doesn't care. We weren't sure if we were the only ones who had noticed but a girl from the team nearest the cheaters went up to him afterwards to ask if he knew the 'winners' had been cheating. Apparently he thinks that's "just part of the fun" or words to that effect and is fine with it. According to one of my team, they had done the same thing last week. I'd go here again for a drink if i happen to be passing but a quiz needs to be a proper quiz for me, so i wouldn't go back just to see how many of the answers that team can google. Also didn't really appreciate the compare's style. I don't know if he'd have moderated his 'banter' if there had been anyone of colour there that night but frankly it doesn't matter. Some of that 'jokey' language was just not...
Read moreDisappointed to say the least. Me and the boys arrived to play a very well anticipated gig at such a fine establishment. Upon arrival we explained we were the band and in response we got a row of blank faces as if they’ve never heard of one before, which is rather hard to believe as they do have a sign outside saying “live music every weekend”. Then the manager explained there was a band playing last night which must’ve meant there’s no room for another performance tonight. I then opened my phone to a previous message between ourselves and the ring o bells which was an option of whether to play the 7th July or 5th November. We went with the 5th as it was the only one we had available. To cut a long story short, an agreed date and time between a band and a venue should no longer be taken as confirmation. It’s safe to say they won’t be ringing my bell...
Read moreI visit this pub when visiting my daughter who lives nearby. There seems to be a regular crowd of locals occupying their usual spots in the pub whenever I go in! A friendly crowd. The staff are always polite and helpful. A good range of beers on offer. I usually drink the Tetleys Bitter which is served with a good head, nice temperature and very drinkable. I have also eaten here on a couple of occaisons. This is very good pub grub. I have tried the steaks, the cod and chips and last night the steak and ale pie. All served as good portions, piping hot and scrummy. I can recommend this pub either for your lical or to call in when in the area. You won't be...
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