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Sad to read Wesley 12 comments, Locals won the question quiz NOT I think using I Phones and the picture quiz was won by a nice crowd of people who corrected me on a question on phobia's thankfully everybody had virtually the same answer so it made no difference.
Ian Won the raffle but picked the wrong envelope with this question in it. "In Greek mythology, who is the Goddess of Youth, the daughter of Hera and Zeus? She was the cup bearer for the Gods and Goddess, of Mount Olympus, serving their Nectar and Ambrosia, until she married Heracles".
24 May 2009 08:46
The Charles Dickens, Southwark
Hi Friends,
Sadly there will be NO QUIZ Wednesday 17th December due to private party bookings.
Quiz back on Wednesday 7th January with �200 Jackpot to win.
Have a great Christmas and a prosperous New York>
Eddie "The Fat Controller"
16 Dec 2008 18:08
The Charles Dickens, Southwark
Hi Fat Controller here,
Hoping for a better 2009 have had one or two probs this year.
Last Quiz of this year is Wednesday 17 December �200 Jackpot must be won!
First Quiz in the New Year Wed 7th January.
Merry Quizmas and a prosperous New Year to all.
Eddie "The not so fat controller"
11 Dec 2008 19:24
The Charles Dickens, Southwark
Please be aware in my last postng the girls behind the bar at the "Charles Dickens" are difinately NOT "P's". many apologies.
9 Aug 2008 10:38
The Charles Dickens, Southwark
I suggest plaintalkingdrinker that you keep your foul mouthed opinions to yourself and stick to lager.
The TV's are always muted or are you deaf?
All you seem to want to do is complain! See other reviews by him!
Over priced beer bad service try Borough High St. Why do you go into these so called dens of inquity. Stick to to the "Trendy" bars and see what kind of service you get there at 10pm.
If you have genuine critisims write a letter direct to the Owner / Manager but most of get your facts right. The 2 young ladies behind the bar are not as you suggest Russian or Romanan and definately "P's".
Might I suggest an apology or that not a word you are familiar with?
9 Aug 2008 10:34
The Charles Dickens, Southwark
Good news it's now going to be open on both Saturday (light snacks) and Sunday with Lunches from 12 Noon so Andrew the Governor tells me. The've got 6 Real Ales Adams, Nethergate, Cottage, Itchen Valley, Harveys and Slatters Top Totty when I was there Wednesday. They also have been awarded their "Cask Marque" certificate for quality. Very well deserved.
The've finally got the big front window repaired following a break in two months ago. Total case of Insurance company not wanting to fork out �2,000 or we'll double your premiums, no joke. Sadly Rob has left after a disagreement. New manager soon hopefully, one who understands REAL ALE please!
17 Feb 2008 15:22
The Charles Dickens, Southwark
Terrific pub put it on your REAL ALE crawl of Borough and Southwark. New bar manager Rob really knows his stuff and is stocking some great real ales Pitfield, Dark Star and Nethergate just to mention 3. Food still fantastic, as are the ladies behind the bar June, Kamilla and Sylvia but then again I'm baised as I do the quiz on Wednesday's.
1 Sep 2007 15:35
The Charles Dickens, Southwark
Super untrendy boozer that concentrates on real ales and great food. Great staff Andy the Guv, Camilla and June in the afternoon.
31 Mar 2007 13:55
The Charles Dickens, Southwark
After my trip up north for Christmas and The New Year it was good to get back into the groove of visiting the Great pubs of London again. The Charles Dickens once again did not disappoint 6 fabulous beers in great nick. Thought I'd caught Andy off the waggon but oh no! you can't sell if you a'int tried it laddie he said, taking another sip. Don't try the Adnam's "Tally Ho!" till your going home �1.60 a half but what a beer! See you next week.
11 Jan 2007 20:26
The Charles Dickens, Southwark
Fantastic Pub, had Sunday lunch there choice of Roast Lamb Beef or Chicken with all the trimmings only �6.95 and the plate was overflowing. Fantastic service and 6 great real ales only �2.50 a pint Adnams and Nethergate bit more variety would have been better but the quality was first rate. Chelsea and Arsenal on the box and both won brill. Only complaint was the loos they need an upgrade clean enough but too small, which stops me giving it a perfect 10
19 Sep 2006 15:36
It was back to The Narrow Boat for there regular Sunday night quiz which gets under way by 9pm costs a pound first prize is usually �40 or �50 in cash and lots of beer for the 2 runners up prizes. Missed out on the �100 jackpot about some custard pie throwing shenanigans in Bolton in 2004. Great quiz cos we won compared by Colin down from Rugby for the weekend. Real ales London Pride Adnams and Harveys Sussex where all in top form. Didn't eat but the food looked delicious.
31 Jul 2006 16:00
The Charles Dickens, Southwark
What a great boozer the Charles Dickens is. 6 Real Ales all at only �2.50 and Aspalls Cider on draft. Great food that you can eat. Will be visting again soon.
30 Jul 2006 15:39
Bar staff not English so conversations a bit tricky at times. Irish governor who is extremely helpful and friendly. Very cheap prices and gets busy with locals and lorry drivers who stay in the many B and B's in the area.
30 May 2006 16:41
The Charles Dickens, Southwark
Great pub great food five real ales from various breweries that I scarcely heard of but it made no difference they were fantatastic. A quiz on wednesday starts at 7pm apparently FREE entry. Why don't I live near here.
3 Nov 2005 17:30
What a shame annoymous didn't contact the management this sort of thing leaves a nasty taste. The Wenlock is a great pub but like all establishments things go wrong.
Fat Controller
3 Nov 2005 15:15
A good clean airey pub with a fine choice of Real Ale London Pride Adnams Broadside were the two I had both in excelent condition. The Sunday night quiz was great (If a bit slow) we didn't win maybe I'm bitter. Not sure what it will be like when and if the summer does come service was good although it wasn't the busiest of nights.
11 Jun 2005 15:47
The Prince Albert, Angel, Islington
Great place for a quite drink a little gem that's hard to find Great beer and even a mild the night I was there. Keep up the good work Steve.
11 Jun 2005 15:40
Without doubt the best Real Ale pub in London, 6 ever changing different beers plus a mild and Real cider. Fantastic Doorstep sandwiches. A Real Fire in the winter. Quiz on Thursday evening and Jazz or blues Friday Saturday and Sunday.
11 Jun 2005 15:27
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The Charles Dickens, Southwark
Beer nearly always good here unless of course it's near the end. One of the better pubs in that they serve MILD my favourite tipple. Always ask if you want any Real Ale changed they invariably will. "Taster" again ask, but be polite I have never been refused.
24 May 2009 09:33