The Dolphin Inn, Shrewsbury

Visited yesterday after not doing so for a number of weeks a long as I was aware that it was the Christmas Carols afternoon and I knew from one or two people that it has been a cracking event in the past couple of years and yesterday was no exception. What a great atmosphere, turnout and a fantastic laugh. The whole pub joined in the singing and the 2 renditions of the 12 Days of Christmas were a joy to behold and take part in. The singing was underpinned by a 4 piece brass band which was superb and really enhanced the festive feel. Many customers were sporting their Christmas jumpers, one lad in particular I was told takes it very seriously having won in the past 2 years. There was mulled wine as well as the usual fine beers etc. I expected to see the landlord for this special event but as usual he did not appear and over-hearing a couple of customer conversations it is evident that he has not set foot in the place for 12 months - absolutely disgraceful. A person whose name appears above the door should make every effort to be there on, at least, a regular basis if he can't be there all the time. He doesn't deserve the staff he has working there as he obviously has no time for them and I doubt appreciates the sterling job they do running the place in his absence, especially the blonde barlady who was a brilliant Master of Ceremonies yesterday. I hope to be able to get there more regularly in 2016.

21 Dec 2015 13:15