The Queens Head, East Clandon

I was in East Clandon, for a weekend last June ( 2010 ), from Northern Ireland, with my wife and two daughters, and not only had lunch at the Queens Head, but attended a convention barbeque on the Saturday night.

I cannot praise it enough, the pub itself, is set in a quintessential English village, in georgeous countryside. The ploughman's lunch, was one of the best I have ever tasted in my life, with an excellent choice of ales. The barman was very friendly, but cannot recall his name. Would thoroughly recommend this place, either for a pub lunch or couple of drinks. Best of British, and a 10 out of 10.

The only dampener on this fanrastic weekend, was England being dumped out of the World Cup, by arch rivals, Germany.

18 Feb 2011 20:29

The Hole in the Wall, Torquay

I discovered The Hole In The Wall, Torquay, last summer ( 2008 ), whilst on holiday from Northern Ireland, with my wife and daughter.

What can I say, only that it was first class, from everything to choice of ales, food and staff. We discovered it by accident, it is located up a small side street, and dates circa 16th century. The prices are slightly higher than your average pub grub, but we were on holiday ( we actually spent four out of seven nights there ). A lovely French waitress named Nicole, took a shine to my young daughter, as they share the same name. It was very child - friendly.

Definately the Best Of British. 10 out of 10. Next time we are in Torquay. we will be back again. First class.

Albert, Anne and Nicole Thompson, Northern Ireland

18 Mar 2009 10:58