The Shipwrights Arms, Chatham

One of the few remaining "family" locals, a stone's throw from Chatham railway station. Can be raucous but very friendly welcome from excellent landlady and staff. No one stares at strangers as can happen elsewhere. Sadly no cask but well-kept Courage Best, John Smith's, Stella, Fosters. All-in-all a pub where you can join in the conversation, mind your own business, read the paper or whatever. Excellent local.

4 Sep 2006 15:51