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Terrific back street pub, traditional inside & excellent beer
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Popped in over the weekend to find a lovely old style pub with courteous staff and friendly locals to match. The Neepsend beers were on top form. The recent refurb has been carried out very sympathetically just like the Blake Hotel. It's just by the Shalesmoor tram stop so no real excuse for not going.
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Nice little trad pub, with an unspoilt by progress feel. Given the personal touch by some humorous and not so reverent notices posted around the place. Mellow on a late Saturday afternoon with the grizzled barman pouring pints with a discreet but knowing smile behind his whiskers. The ale was so spot on that despite initially calling in for one we tarried awhile for another...or did we have three? Anyway, 8/10.
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A traditional little pub with nice Victorian fittings (mosaic flooring etc.) The best beers were Salamander but there were others as well. Strongly recommended.
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i liked the pub but the 6 guest ales our group tried were all 6/10 or lower.
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Splendidly unspoilt pub a short distance from the city centre. Two traditionally furnished rooms flank a central serving area. We opted for a beer from the pub's own Little Ale Cart Brewery, called Citra. It was excellent, and we ended up staying for several more.
Highly recommended.
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Top rate pub for owlarse blokes. A pub like a pub should be and a decent selection of well kept ale. Quite close to Shalesmoor tram stop.
anonymous - 30 Dec 2012 17:18 |
my personal favourite on the valley crawl. not to everyone's tastes, I'm sure. I wouldn't go in with my wife. a proper blokes pub and no frills - just the way I likes it!!
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A few friends and I, who live near Liverpool, called in here in November and we came back over on December 29th for another crack at this superb traditional ale-house. Spoilt for choice ale-wise, I went for the Ale Cart and was served with a top-notch hoppy fresh ale. Landlord is a very nice man, I hope to be back fairly soon in 2012.
A trip out from the station on the tram gets us to The Wellington, the Kelham Island pubs and The Gardener's Rest. Always a great day out in Sheffield, great drinking territory and The Wellington is one of the best pubs anywhere, let alone Sheffield. I give it a 9, if they moved it nearer to where I live it would be a 10...
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Described by my wife as "an old man's pub", but in the nicest possible way, as it is friendly, busy and traditional. It concentrates on one thing only; serving decent beer at the most reasonable prices and the staff understand their product and serve it well. Their own beers will never disappoint lovers of pale and hoppy. It is our local and known affectionately as "The Bottom Welly" so it does not get confused with " The Top Welly"!
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Excellent street corner pub in an unassuming area north of the city centre. But not too far from many of the best Sheffield pubs. This one can certainly count itself in the 'best' category. Little Ale Cart beers are brewed on the premises and Blenheim, Houghton Hall and Lincolnshire were all available yesterday, alongside Beowulf Hurricane, Millstone Vale Mill, Mallisons Chinook & West Berkshire Bean Dibbler. Cider was Thatchers Cheddar Valley. The pub itself is fairly small, but has a few separate drinking areas. The landlord was a pleasant chap. Worth the walk out of the city centre, or take the tram.
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Little Ale Cart brewery tap. Watch out for the 'Real Ale Twats' Viz cartoons on the wall near the gents, very funny. Over-sized glasses. There are a lot of 'must visit' pubs in Sheffield and this is one of them.
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What a classic pub, lots beers - I think there were 11 including 5 or so from the Little Ale Cart brewery. The beers were no more than �2.50 from what I tried. The first port of call from Kelham Island refugess. Beer heaven.
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Friendly local next to Shalesmoor tram stop. Little Ale Cart beers plus others from Mighty Oak, Cairngorm, Millstone and White Rose. Real cider on handpump and a decent selection of foreign bottles.
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The last pub on my crawl of Sheffield and the was very impressed. Great beer in a terrific pub. Very handy if using the tram system.
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Incredibly cheap real ale pub which as mentioned is home of the Little Ale Cart Brewery and what I can only speculate as the best barman beard in South Yorkshire. It was massive. Packed on a thursday evening with aleheads sampling its wares, my pint was only �1.90 which is brilliant value by anyone's standards. Only stayed for one but my recollection is of a traditional layout and decor that looked a shade on the tired side. Other than that this is a worth a look and an essential component of the Sheffield ale trail.
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Agree with the last comment that this is the pub on the circuit where I am most likely to fall into a conversation with staff and customers at the bar. It has a great atmosphere as well as great beers. On Friday it was our last pub of the day, and I enjoyed Pictish Winter Solstice and Salamander Monkeys Uncle.
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Sheffield is a contender for the best place for a city crawl in England, and the Wellington would be short-listed as the best pub on that crawl. Small, basic but very comfortable, and for our visits with a fine mixture of locals, others making a pub/beer tours and staff - all of whom seem to find the place stimulating to conversation creating a very friendly atmosphere. Even the most "widely-drunk" members of our group (I.e. those most experienced in rare real ales) find the selection at the Wellington impressive. The people who come to this pub, however, make it much more than a beer-collectors Mecca.
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This was our 5th pub on our beer tickers pre Xmas fest and we only managed a couple here before heading back for the train. Still enjoyable though and I have managed to write the beers down. Mighty Oak Santa Supper, and West Berks Alecost. The end of a brilliant day in 5 brilliant pubs.
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This was the 6th - or have I lost count - pub on Thursday's tour, and I have to disagree with some of the last comments as this is the one pub where I have always ended up standing at the bar chatting to the staff and other punters. It has always seemed to me to be the friendliest of the pubs in those terms, and I do enjoy ale chat with others. We enjoyed 2 Little Ale Cart beers, Donovan and Green Arrow Mark 3, Foxfield Mount Hubbard and West Berks Buckbean. First pub since the Harlequin where we had to chose to leave some beers as the "menu" was so extensive and it was pointed out some beers were available from the cellar too. Met up with a couple we know from beer festivals, so enjoyed our time here as we always do.
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A traditional, multi-roomed backstreet boozer with plenty of unspoilt old school charm and a decent beer garden.
7 ales were available, the beer is served in oversized glasses and was competitively priced (between �2 and �2.40) and in good condition. The pub is the brewery tap for Little Ale Cart � I tried a couple of their beers which, while tasty, were a little samey despite the tasting notes behind the bar assuring me otherwise! There's also an excellent selection of Belgian bottles too.
No piped music on my visit, just the pattering of the pub dog (Harvey). As mentioned elsewhere, this place seems quieter than the KIT and the Fat Cat but that does give you a bit more room to admire the impressive stained glass windows. The barman was engrossed in his paper � I would have perhaps expected a little bit of extra chat rather than a perfunctory service, given the lack of other punters. I rather felt like I was getting in way of his quiet Tuesday afternoon.
Worth a visit for the beer,it�s easily accessible by tram (Shalesmoor) and foot from the town centre.
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Despite an affection for the Kelham Island Tavern and the Hillsborough Hotel up the tram line, this was my favourite pub on my real ale tour of Sheffield in mid-May. Their own locomotive-themed ales were excellent (even if I wasn't completely enamoured of the pale colour of most of them), the publican was friendly and informative, and the regulars interested and interesting.
Apart from the Hillsborough (where I was staying) this was the only pub in Sheffield considered worth a second (and third) visit in the two days I was there.
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Yet another real ale mecca in this part of Sheffield, the Wellington is another keen supporter of local micros and a Good Beer Guide regular.
Externally, the pub proclaims itself as "The Ancestral Home of the Little Ale Cart Beer and Pub Company" and the friendly barman was pleased to advise that brewing on site had now recommenced ( update from 2009 GBG entry ) . The pint of Prince Palatine that I had was a pale, but flavoursome light bitter.
Also on offer were beers from other micros, which included Mollys Chocolate Stout from the College Green brewery in Belfast on my recent visit.
Externally, the pub looks very much like a private house. It is known as "The Bottom Wellie" to distinguish it from the nearby Hillsborough Hotel up the hill on Langsett Road, which also used to be called The Wellington.
The Bottom Wellie is a comfortable traditional 2 bar pub, just round the corner from Shalesmoor Tram Stop, so there's no excuse for not getting there.
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With stiff competition from Fat Cat and Kelham Island Tavern this is still my favourite pub in the area. A proper pub which stands on it's reputation. Stayed here much longer than planned. Perfect.
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First class, traditional pub serving an excellent range of beer. Had a very decent porter, but it was getting late in the day so can't remember whether it was one of their own brews or a guest... must go back and give the place another go when I am paying a bit more attention (and it certainly is the sort of place to which one would wish to return).
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Millstone Old Git, Foxfield Horn of Plenty, Little Ale Cart Jeanie Deans & Saint Johnstoun, Boewulf Finn�s Hall Porter & Hurricane, Salamander Byzantium, Cheddar Valley cider, all �2.00-�2.40, some had tasting notes on board behind bar. Enter to open area at short end of L-shaped bar, smallish traditionally furnished room behind, left into lounge with real fire crackling in victorian fireplace below large mirror, upholstered banquette seating, wood chairs/tbls. Walls are somewhat sparse, detracting from the ambience, & could benefit from decoration, pictures, photos, maybe old pumpclips (of which there must be many) would improve the look. Standing at the bar, with the pub quiet on snowbound Monday, I couldn�t help noticing the noisy glass-washer (machine, that is), a tiny point but summat that could be addressed. If it�s still there, check the noticeboard opp entrance for the self-mocking (RATs-style p.take) announcing �Beer Tickers have been conned for years; even 1968 LongLife has now been rolled out as Glentworth Golden Showers�. Also, all new beers were, in reality, disguises of Stones & JS Smooth! Barman was deep into a word/number puzzle and one would think the pub would be more welcoming when busier, but that�s still a good beer line-up!
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Called twice at this gem during 23rd and 24th January. Both visits predictably enjoyable, with two superb beers brewed by by the Little Ale Cart brewery behind the pub:
Dominie Sampson, 4.0%, Aggressively hoppy ale just a couple of notches above session strength. Viciously hoppy and dry, very refreshing and quaffable;
Saint Johnstoun, 4.6%, Delicious premium ale that does not pull its punches. Pale in colour and packed with flavour, a beer to be supped and savoured yet clean and easy to drink.
Just a superb pub which makes no pretence of being anything it isn't, an attribute which indeed applies to many pubs in Sheffield. Fully earning its 10/10 marking yet again, and no, readers, I am not, and never have been, an employee of the Wellington!
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Late comment from October when we called in while doing the Pub-Tic-Tram-Sport beer festival as we didn't want to miss it out. Enjoyed our first taste of their own Little Ale Cart beers - Number 3. Agree with the good food, friendly banter with staff and customers are what makes this place a gem.
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proper pub proper ale ideal 8/10
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Great place, lots of ales, good atmosphere. Can't add much more that hasn't already been said other than it's a good place to pop into for a pint on your own as it has a range of Private Eye and Viz magazines to chuckle away to.
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I have been frequenting this pub reasonably regularly since coming to Sheffield in May. Finally got to sample their home produced Ale. I had the No 3 which was very palatable.
There is always an interesting selection of ales here.
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I like the atmos, I like the rooms, I like the beer, I dig the staff. I thought it was still decent for scooping.
Black Beard Porter didn't stand out, but there were quite a few Milestone beers on, who I really like. 8 handpumps I believe.
Finished here, then rolled on to the tram. Great stuff, long may it continue.
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Great pub offering a friendly welcome from staff and customers. An excellent range of real ales, a beer garden and an all-round proper pub: a pub for conversation and relaxation - not gaming machines and competing TVs and music.
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Called at the Wellington last Saturday for the first time under its new name. Remains a premier pub for excellent value and choice of beers - between �1.90 and 2.10 a pint mainly. Noted Jever Pils (imported from Germany) was available on DRAUGHT for �2.80/pint - believe me that's cheap for the UK.
Friendly and humorous staff at the bar make your visit a memorable one, where else can you expect cheap ale and a laugh a minute?
"Scoopers" should note that the range is now a bit more mainstream since the change of ownership, but there's still something for everyone here. The Portmahon brewery is still out of action and the latest estimate is 6 months before it resumes.
Still worthy of its top marking - will spend longer next time!
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Had a great time here on my visit to Sheffield with a wide variety of real ales on the bar. Friendly staff and enjoyed the banter with both staff and customers while enjoying the good quality ales. Always one to visit.
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Very much an old school no-frills boozer, and none the worse for it. Wide range of well-kept ales.
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Only a few minutes walk from the Kelham Island/Fat Cat area. A quieter pub than the last two mentioned but another good selection of ale available. An unspoilt pub which is still very traditional. A friendly barman was able to answer a question about one of his beers. Some of the the windows were impressive with stained glass.
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Well friends.....when you've done the Fat Cat and Kelham Island Tavern, come along here. Very nearly top rating for this traditional Sheffield local, unaltered and best for it.
Super ales always available, welcoming staff and lively locals......dont mind having your leg-pulled.
Just a nadger under top rating....9.5! probably be a 10 next time cos it was very smokey on last visit.
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Called in on a crawl on 5.7.07, and have never seen it so quiet. It was great to be able to have a chat with barstaff and the other customer in there, and as usual I could not fault the beers tried.
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This pub is now very smart since the photo above was taken and the change in ownership has not taken it from the popular blue tram route crawl of Sheffield. Excellent ales being served on this visit with helpful tating notes on the board with the beer listings. All beers sampled of excellent quality and I look forward to my next trip.
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Always worth a visit when in Sheffield.
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Called in for the beer festival recently, but although this is a mecca for real ale drinkers I was disappointed with the condition of some of the beers on offer. Maybe it is only a problem when a festival is on as I have been in and found all beers excellent before. I wouldn't miss it on a trip to Sheffield however as the choice doesn't disappoint.
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Went in the other day for just a quick pint and ended up stopping for three hours (as you do?). Planning a return trip this weekend with some friends. Great ales, great prices. A fantastic little pub and well worth a visit (or two).
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Last night (25/02/2006) I had the good fortune to try the Port Mahon Trustwells IPA. This was an excellent, balanced all-rounder with a slight hint of raspberry from a bottle of Framboise which had been introduced to the cask on an experimental basis by the pub's brewer. The taste was subtle and certainly did not overwhelm in the way that so many can. Full marks for that.
The Salamander Bandana was absolutely exquisite, it has to be tasted to be believed.
Everyone both sides of the bar was friendly and welcoming, a fine pub to finish up in after a day's cycling in cold damp conditions. Thanks to the guy at the bar for sorting me out a cab back to the station!
I am uploading with this post pictures I took of the exterior and interior, the latter of which is of significant merit to warrant inclusion.
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Like everyone else, i didn't catch the Port Mahon, but still a good pub.
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A great little pub, part of the Don Valley beer trail and within five minutes or so of the Hillsborough Hotel, Fat Cat and Kelham Island Tavern, though the fact that there are so many good pubs round here tends to mean we never stay in one enough to fully appreciate it. I've never been in when the Port Mahon (house brewery) stuff has been on but the range is always fantastic, and most ales are under �2 and although it is a little small and looks a little shoddy from the outside (not a great area) it is one of the best pubs in Sheffield.
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Great beers, lots of continental bottles too had a good laugh with the regulars, right by the Shalesmoor tram stop so easy to get to from city centre, five minutes walk to Fat Cat and Kelham Island Tavern so you can have a great mini-crawl here.
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The third pub in my crawl of 28/01/05 starting at the Fat Cat.
Again no Port Mahon beer tonight but the range included an excellent beer from the Durham brewery, alongside at least 5 others. As promised, a hello to "Mr Fox" with whom Martin & I enjoyed a pint, one evening is simply not long enough to enjoy the pub to its full potential!
10/10 - again!
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Sweet Kenny - 7 Nov 2004 18:09 |
An all year long beer festival, all in fantastic condition and at very competitive prices. Real Ale Heaven!
Bram - 29 Jun 2004 11:47 |
Excellent night on Saturday, during which beers from the Oldershaw brewery were in abundance. Salamander bitter and a mild from the Durham brewery were enjoyed!
Thought there would be some Port Mahon homebrew but sadly there wasn't. Shame, I'll just have to go again won't I!
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I love this pub. I now live in Australia and am absently minded looking at the beerintheevening website and nostalgically remembering all the lovely beer.
katy evans - 4 Aug 2003 01:20 |
One of the best pubs in the UK. No trip to Sheffield is complete without a visit to the C&C. Occasional homebrew. A HAVEN for scoopers from up and down the country. Nearest tram stop is Shalesmoor. Go there. you will not be disappointed - guaranteed!!
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If you like real ale, there is a pocket of excellent pubs about 1/2 mile north of Sheffield's Town Centre. The Cask & Cutler is an old fashioned, no frills boozer with two distinct drinking areas. Upto 9 ever changing beers are on offer, sometimes including those from the minute Port Mahon brewery on site. Open all day Fri & Saturday. Excellent.
Simon - 11 Jun 2003 10:53 |
