Now what makes the springvale so special? They have a decent selection of pints, reasonably priced. A personal house elf paid exclusively with lager. Overpriced pool. A jarring karaoke machine. So why the 5 stars I hear you ask? The Springvale is not merely a pub. It is a place where memories are made. A place where warriors become champions. A place where boys become men and where women owe their career in STEM. It’s hard to describe the Springvale as anything other than a principal school of faith and a place of sanctuary. Writing this I’m finding that my words are failing me. They can only get me so far. Thus, I leave you with this: To the blind, it is the light. To the hungry, it is bread. To the sick, it is the cure. To the lonely, it is company. To the sad, it is joy. To the prisoner, it is freedom. To the poor, it is treasure. To me, it is everything. Serious...
Read moreCame on a Saturday night for Kareoke and the DJ just didn't play a single song until we bought him a drink. I was with a big group of friends and none of us had a single song for about 2 hours. Rest of the staff were so lovely and friendly but the Kareoke DJ was a bit of a joke. Apparently they have different DJs every week so I'd definitely not recommend having this guy...
Read moreMy first visit and what an excellent pub it is. It's managed by a very experienced and capable host, Callum. I'd say that this place is not only in safe hands, but that it will thrive under his tenure - particularly with its new decor and wonderful beer garden (an understatement actually).
I'll be back, with friends, family and Labradoodle - yes...it's also...
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