The Crown Inn, Puncknowle

I have to agree with previous posters, the landlord of the Crown in Puncknowle has got to be right up there for "the most miserable landlord in Dorset" award.
I have no idea what Palmers brewery were up to when they installed this most unpleasant man to run one of their particularly pleasant public houses. Being the only pub in the village it is disappointing that we have to travel elsewhere to enjoy a decent pint and meal. The food has also gone downhill big time. Practically nothing is home cooked, so I think the sign outside probably contravenes the trades descriptions act. Scaldingly hot microwaved food seems to be the order of the day. God help you if you arrive after 8.30pm and expect to be served food. He'll give a glance at his watch and you'll get an ominous scowl... OK, the beer is good, it's Palmers after all, but I'm left wondering what casual visitors to the village must make of this encounter with the antithesis of dorset hospitality.

5 Aug 2010 19:12