Tiny but very friendly pub in Newport. Definitely a pub for the locals but they were very welcoming to this solo traveller and it felt like a home away from home. A big shout out to Rod behind the bar for fostering such a friendly welcoming community. A cosy, casual, warm vibe in the pub, all packed into a fairly small space. Nice warm fire in winter. Live music twice a week. Open mic and quiz night also feature on the weekly agenda. A rota of cask ales as well as on tap, all at very reasonable prices. Definitely worth a visit if...
Read moreConversations you have are recorded. Not sure how. But just because a conversation between me and my daughter and the daughter of the landlord was apparently recorded. And then landlord became very abusive to his daughter. Very disturbing and would never recommend this pub unfortunately as it always looked like a very local comforting pub. But obviously too close for comfort. Disgusting behaviour...
Read moreWell, I won't recommend the beer, although I do, as it is incredably unlikely to be the same as when I was here. Excellent little ale house. With an ever changing set of real ale FROM THE CASK. If you drink a proper english beer, this is a must if you are anywhere near Newport. You can also get some fizzy pop if your friends have not yet seen the light. To be fair, some interesting...
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