The Dolphin, Betchworth

I have to say, this pub has really gone down hill. I used to visit this pub alot, but now it seems that with the new management and the terrible increase in the prices, it's not what it used to be.

Although some staff seem reasonably friendly when you walk through the door, I found most of them to be rather rude and patronising in particular the short blonde haired girl. I am not 5 years old. The landlady also appears to be in a world of her own! I don't go to the Dolphin much anymore, but each time I have gone in for a quick pint, the landlady is either drinking with those obnoxious 'locals' or complaining about other staff. To me, this new management has cost Youngs dearly.

Having said this, the large open fires and the stone floor gives the pub alot of character which would not be found in other local pubs in the area. At Christmas, this really was a nice touch.

This pub is in a beautiful location and has so much potential. One of it's best features is allowing walkers and dogs in, no matter what the weather is like outside. All it needs now is to some decent people in to run the place and who can get rid of the 'can't-be-bothered' attitude from the ill-mannered staff.

14 Apr 2010 20:24