The Travellers Friend, Woodford Green

Nothing changes then. Still new customers come and go and make the same comments regarding the rude and ignorant bar staff.
What a great pub this could be,
as soon as Lucy and Regan leave.
And good riddance to the sour pussed wenches I say.

23 Jun 2011 16:51

The Old Maypole, Ilford

My Dad drank here from 1936.
I saw Duanne Eddy and his band live here in 1975.
This has always been a great local pub.
Always will be.
The landlord and his wife, and family, are quality.
Compared to the Alfreds Head, the Fairlop Oak, or any other local pubs, this is best.
And as for the local tearabouts...just don't upset them.
Cushtie.

15 Dec 2010 22:21

The Rose and Crown, Woodford Green

Good Boozer. Worth the visit.

15 Dec 2010 22:14

The Horse and Well, Woodford Wells

If it is a choice between this and the sour puss women in the Travellers Friend ( the name alone is Ironic), then give me the Horse and Well any time.

15 Dec 2010 22:13

Alfreds Head, Hainault

Worst pub in the area. Customers are dregs, matching the beer.

15 Dec 2010 22:10

The Travellers Friend, Woodford Green

Beer still good. Staff are still as poor as ever. About time for a change.

15 Dec 2010 22:07

The Travellers Friend, Woodford Green

I have been coming to the spivs for many years now and i fully recognize many of the traits described within these comments.
Whilst it is terribly sad that the landlord has passed, I don't believe that this can be used as an excuse for poor service and bad behaviour, as suggested by theploughinn.
The fact remains, the travellers is known for its great beer and rugged surroundings. It is an old world pub, of the type that is fast disappearing, and I for one will continue to drink there. But I do wish that the mother and daughter combination would take some lessons in politeness and tolerance. They are both extremely rude, they do have their favourites, and they do treat outsiders badly. Many times I have witnessed this and have been extremely embarrassed by it. A small amount of courtesy and the occasional smile would be welcomed by many, Including the regulars, who, by and large are pleasant folk. Maybe now is the time to bring in fresh new staff, and change the perception of my local, from grumpy insular and unfriendly, to warm, inviting, and a friend to travellers.

20 May 2009 13:47