Swan Inn, Weymouth

I went in this pub a couple of years ago and it wasn't too pleasant an experience. Smoky, crowded and full of old men. Now it has gone no smoking the difference is startling. Of course it's still a Wetherspoon so the requisite old fellas are ever-present, but it's far less crowded, the service is lightning and I can leave without coughing my ashmatic lungs up after a few bevvies. The bar staff are young and easily confused, getting mine and the next persons orders wrong simultaneously, but they are keen. Food and drink both tip top. One of the best JD's I've ever been in.

11 Jun 2006 19:21

The Somerset Hotel, Weymouth

This is one of the most clean and well taken care of pubs I have ever been in. There were lilies in vases around the pub and in the ladies'. It has had a bit of a re-fit, if memory serves correctly from my last visit. Had a lovely pint of bitter shandy, which was lovingly poured and tasted marvellous! As we left like bores after only one pint each, the landlord thanked us and said "You take care now". Nice.

11 Jun 2006 19:10

The Ship Inn, Weymouth

I recently revisited this pub after a couple of years and was pleased to find it as welcoming as before. It was a hot day so I plumped for a most uncharacteristic Pimms, which was lovingly garnished with strawberries and orange slices. Ladies toilets most pleasant. Plenty of seating, service prompt. The only downside was it was mostly empty, being in the day time, and lacked a bit of atmosphere. Well worth an evening visit.

11 Jun 2006 19:04