Duke of Clarence, Hampton Hill

I worked at the Duke of Clarence in 1988 to 1989. I was on my OE from New Zealand and ended up at this pub. It was the most amazing experience of my life. Being only 20 years of age it was the first time I had "pulled" a pint and after much practice I got it in the end. The other staff were great and the kitchen staff were wonderful ladies. I lived in, so getting to work only took me 10 seconds! I am sad that some of the reviews do not give the Duke much praise, when I was there it full every night, and during the day. All the food sold out at lunch time. Evenings were spent enjoying the company of the locals that came to us. I had my 21st at the Duke of Clarence and it was the most amazing time of my life. Thanks to Mark Gill and his family. Mark, don't know what your doing now but you are always in my heart xx. The Duke of Clarence rocked my world for a year and I will NEVER forget it. Kim xx

30 Jun 2011 12:06