The Goose, Beckenham

Have to amend my comments (very)slightly. Went in during cloudburst just to avoid the storm and was actually served by a well-mannered and efficient woman. Perhaps things had taken a turn for the better.

Hopes dashed though when barman Lurch appeared from the back a little later wearing his trademark frown.

24 Jun 2006 16:01

The Bishop's Finger, Barbican

Nothing adverse noted in my only visit to this pub, but it's nothing special and I was irked that a pint cost �2.95.

Given that a much cheaper drink can be had in numerous places that are of equal or better standard in other respects, I'll be giving the 'Bishop's Finger' a miss in future.

8 Jun 2006 18:36

The Goose, Beckenham

Great virtues is that prices are low (there is also a good selection of beers and the toilets well maintained), but that's about it.

The staff seem to be selected for being incredibly slow and sullen. They might as well have 'I am a sad loser, I hate the world and everyone in it' on their tee-shirts.

To be avoided unless:

a) you are very hard up at present

b) you suffer from agoraphobia and enjoy an airless atmosphere permeated by tabacco smoke - the 'air conditioning' just spreads it more efficiently round the pub

c) you are a psychologist/sociologist researching poor motivation among bar staff

8 Jun 2006 18:00