Duke of Wellington, Ryarsh - pub details
Address: Birling Road, Ryarsh, West Malling, Kent, ME19 5LS [map] [gmap]
Tel: 0871 951 1000 (ref 33511) - calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras
West Malling (1.9 miles), New Hythe (2.7 miles), Snodland (2.7 miles)
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> Current user rating: 6.5/10 (rated by 8 users)
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user reviews of Duke of Wellington, Ryarsh
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| Now this would appear from its external facade to be a pleasant, traditional, comfortable and solid sort of a village local. And that is indeed exactly what it appears to be once one is inside too. A friendly welcome was received from the licensee (I'm guessing she was the landlady; she had a quiet air of authority suggesting she was more than just a regular barmaid), who proceeded to pull us a couple of halves (had to be I'm afriad as we had many pubs to fry that day) of the entirely pleasant, and very well-conditioned, Westerham Spirit XXX Pale. Not reinventing the genre with blinding originality but that's an unfair benchmark of most beers; just a decent sessionable and clean drink for the sunnier months and touch more subtle than some of Wicks's other offerings. Speaking of which, another Westerham beer was offered, alongside a couple more from other brewers - the exact choice escapes me now as so many pub visits followed but rest assured the spread was a wise and balanced one. One could easily pitch up here for a sizeable sesh and not ever feel over-faced by hopping from one beer to another. Can't comment on the food side as it wasn't quite time for luncheon during our drop-in, though I observed a number of people (primarily younger family types, some with children - who were well behaved I'm amazed to report) who were ordering with gusto from the menu and one can only assume they'd been before and knew they would be satisfied with what they would get! A small but pleasant little fenced-off garden is available to the rear with good seating for pleasanter days. I might not be in the vicinity for some time, but when I am I shall be sure to pop in to the Duke for one - a proper pint hopefully - as it was well worthwhile. TWG - 24 Jul 2012 17:53 |
| Now this is what I call a good pub. Friendly bar staff, good food, good beer selection all well kept and a landlady that understands customers service. When my wife ordered Mussels some of them were unopened so I mentioned it to the landlady and she apologised and knocked �5 off the bill which was more than fair. Would definitely visit again....soon. meland - 9 Aug 2010 12:50 |
| Beer is fine with a good pint of Harveys. Food is not good,crab pancakes fine, if you like a pool of melted cheese on top! Braised steak was tough. Staff very friendly. spenthops - 21 May 2010 08:24 |
| Yes, a nice pub, attractively laid out with bare boards on the floor, comfortable seating and plenty of room. Same beers on as mikey64 reported in July (the Adnams' is Broadside). Tried the Wherry which was first rate. Service was pleasant and friendly.The only negative for me was that the music was too loud, but I'm afraid I find this the case in a lot of places. earlydrinker - 10 Nov 2009 20:57 |
| A favorite local pub for me. Friendly staff and good beer. Don't object to you walking in with your muddy boots or dog. In the winter months there is a real fire. Food is always good and value for money. Talisker - 2 Nov 2009 13:58 |
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