Case is Altered, Old Redding

The last anonymous poster appears to have had an unusually bad experience. This pub certainly isn't what it used to be (I spent many memorable summer evenings playing the garden as a kid), having become a local haunt for chav families sporting a lot of gold and tattoos and swigging strong lager for most of the summer. This is a pity as it should be a fantastic family pub with its enormous grounds and playground. These days, the service is sometimes unfriendly and often slow, but it is still a half decent place for a drink during the week or at any time that the crowds are somewhere else. Haven't eaten at this pub for a while so can't vouch for the menu.

27 Jul 2005 12:06

The Spanish Arch, Harrow

Typical Irish-themed pub but at least it's run by authentic Irish and serves good Guinness (no real ales, but you wouldn't expect them). A number of large screens mean that you can usually catch whichever sporting event you're keen to see (although the bias is towards soccer and celtic sports). Friendly service, a good bar menu and a pleasant crowd. Limited parking outside the pub.

27 Jul 2005 11:56

Cock O' The North, Bel Bar

More of a pub/restaurant than a pub. Food is pricey but the McMullens is well kept and served. Nice surroundings and friendly staff. Tables outside in the summer (make sure you get a table before you try to order food, though!). Gets very busy at lunchtimes, especially on Fridays. This pub is too far from anywhere to really be anyone's local, so it's a little impersonal but it's not a bad place for a lunch stop.

22 Dec 2004 10:33