The Telegraph has a very pleasant, welcoming atmosphere. The building and garden are well maintained. (I've seen staff tending to the garden). The current system in place for covid is similar to most. There is a queue at the entrance to the garden where there is a test and trace qr code for scanning (by each member of your party) however if you do not have the app or a smart phone, the team will collect your details via the trusty ink to paper technique. The team explain all of this to you.

Dont be put off if there is a big queue as it goes down quickly and its worth the wait. We were once told that there was a 20 to 30 minute wait, we were seated within 10 mins. I feel they over estimate the time to be on the safe side.

If you booked a table ahead you will bypass the queue. The tables under the canopy to the right of the building are the bookable tables which have a "normal" (whatever that is these days) restaurant table waiting service.

All the picnic/garden tables are first come first serve but you're given a guide time limit on the table. I am yet to see someone be told their time is up though so whilst I am not encouraging people to abuse the system, I wouldnt be put off or worried about time limits.

The staff members that greet you are always friendly. And more than happy to take time to explain anything you arent sure of. Every table is fully sanitised between customers.

Once you are seated there is another qr code on the tables next to the table number. The preference is for the customer to scan the code and order and pay through the website to reduce contact but you can still order via a person if needed.

Now if I could deduct a quarter of a star, this is where I would do so. The online ordering menu is not great. I had a malibu and coke ordered via a person on my first visit (phone battery died) however on the following visit according to the website menu they dont serve malibu and coke (along with a lot of other bar items) Not only that but there are no options to add or remove ice (I have sensitive teeth) So I ordered my families drinks via the app but had to order and pay for mine separately through a person making the contactless endeavor a little pointless.

I've eaten twice here, every single thing about the dining experience is exquisite. From the gorgeous crockery and quality cutlery to the presentation and generous portion sizes. Each mouthful of each thing that I ordered screamed luxury and fine ingredients. From the perfectly cooked and seasoned huge garlic and chilli king prawns to the beautifully moist sticky toffee pudding lashed with smooth toffee and garnished with what could have been the freshest half a strawberry I have ever eaten in my life, and a side of gorgeous vanilla ice cream in a perfect little ball and a fresh mint sprig on top! The food honestly makes you feel like you are on holiday! It is definitely worth the money. It's a real pleasurable experience.

One thing I notice is a lot of posh/wealthy/ upper class people come to this pub and yet there is nothing pretentious about this place and I see that as a massive positive.

The Telegraph is a "what you see is what you get" very honest place.

It's a beautifully kept friendly, welcoming, family and dog friendly public house that serves delicious food and slightly expensive drinks (maybe not expensive but I have only just moved to London and we havent been allowed out to drink for a long time lol) to all members of the public with out judgments by the very attentive and happy looking team members.

I'm very happy to call the telegraph my local and I will be a regular here.

It's clear to see the staff members are happy and enjoy being there, perhaps as much as the patrons.