The Duke of York — Restaurant in England

I used this pub from 1977 until possibly 1984, it was a great biker pub. Always full of likeminded people who were into bikes, music and beer. That said the ‘bottom bar’ (Rotunda Bar) was a bit of a haven for the more ‘smartly dressed’. Then came the name change and ‘repositioning’, they named it ‘Buddy’s (meant to be a sort of ‘nightclub’)…….what idiot thought that was a good move? Form there on in the place was in free fall. Now it’s a sudo pub functioning as a Conservative Club. I went in yesterday, first time in nearly 40 years. It’s been destroyed, the top bar is no more. Whoever authorised the ‘refurbishment’ need taking to court for criminal damage. Sad, a great pub, ruined.

On the flip side, the service...

My wife and I went in this week intending to have a few drinks. When we went in the pub it was empty. There was no central heating, just a couple of portable gas fires. I ordered a pint of thatchers gold and a glass of wine. Cost £11.60 DISGUSTING. Then their regulars came in and were charged almost half of what I paid. I will not be going in there again and definitely would NOT recommend the...

Great little club. Making a great effort to improve the range of drinks and facilities. Always have a good night here. Recently relaunched has been decorated and freshened up. Good choice of drinks now and with a new food menu. Great prices and friendly staff. There is often live music on a...