The Mallard, Teddington

The site is now officially The Mallard (and has been for some time); went in yesterday for a swift pint to help bide a little time and was greeted... by an empty bar! In good weather I can honestly see this as being ripe for train-spotters, that is if the landlord will tolerate them (nudge nudge)! Drink there is refreshing and of a wide selection for an out-of-the-way establishment, with a kitchen the landlord is proud of. Much busier at weekends, fortunately there are plenty of pumps and people to pull them!

25 Jun 2008 15:47

The Prince of Wales, Twickenham

Just been at the Prince's stab at local beer festival-type event (hosted inside the pub); beer: good choice on offer from variety of locations. Not a bad pint among them though never got to try a particular tipple because the barrel before it wasn't being drunk fast enough! Friendly staff and relaxed atmosphere, even considering the revelries. Not much evidence of more family-friendly attitude of other local brewer-outlets but that doesn't detract from the atmosphere. Bring your own entertainment if you don't like what's on the telly!

22 Jun 2008 17:45