The Bricklayers Arms, Putney

What a shame. Been here a couple of times previously, once before a Fulham game and once on a crawl.

This weekend was another Saturday daytime crawl around Parsons Green/Fulham/Putney, and this was the 4th pub we came to, in the early evening. Stepping through the door, it was immediately evident something was wrong. 10 pumps (as previously), but only 1 in action. Even the lagers were covered.

Despite this, we helped ourselves to a pint and sat in the (admittedly pleasant) garden. Simply put, one of the worst pints the 6 of us have ever had. Guffy smell, clearly not well looked after. I'd love to provide you with the name of the tipple (though have no doubt this was the pubs issue, not the brewers), but walking out it was noted that this pub was now off too, leaving a lonely scrumpy pump.

So disappointing. Having enjoyed a good selection previously in a well run, friendly and busy pub, I will now refuse to ever come here again. Does anyone have a clue what's going on here? It seems to have been left to rot, if not in body then in spirit. No way should this get near the Good Pub Guide based on this awful visit.

9 Jul 2011 19:30