The Vine, Tarring

Ah, the age-old debates about The Vine, Tarring. Older customers will remember how the pub was before it's relatively recent refurb and change of management. Firstly, although the new decoration feels a bit too cold and modern, it is good to see investment in the pub. The clients have also changed; from the 'old lags' (some of whom defected to The George and Dragon)to a perhaps younger client base of students and the occasional shaven-headed builder blocking the bar. The prices also feel a bit expensive for Worthing, and there seems to be regularly changing bar staff. That said, The Vine remains a historic and generally friendly pub, with a good variety of beers. Worth a try.

21 Sep 2007 14:29