The Chequers Inn, Headington

Hell-hole. I went here on a monday night, because I forgot that The Masons Arms around the corner opens at 7pm. Never been there before. Looks lovely from the outside in a nice village setting.
Went in and was greeted by dance music on the speakers and sky sports news on large screens. At the bar, at least they had Hobgoblin on . .. until I tried it. The worst pint of Hobgoblin I have ever had. Vile and you could tell by the seasoned-looking barmaid that she rarely served it.
It had a few dart boards, but no atmosphere at all. A few sinister-looking eyes watching you and a few pockets of people waiting for The Masons Arms to open.
Avoid.

9 Dec 2010 10:51

Trillians Rock Bar, Newcastle

This place has been going down the pan for the past 10 years and is in a sorry state, now.
Even when is started doing food, I was warned by the barman when asking if they did "Mind, Stevie's cookin it!". I wasn't sure who Stevie was, but I swerved that one.
In the years which followed, what must be poor management has attempted to attract students with themes, horrid drinks promos, loyalty cards and the like. Not a good beer selection, with the Caffreys being taken off being the killer. I always drink Dog when I am there.
Because of my memories of the place, I keep going back, but it just makes me sadder and sadder.
Get rid of all the tat, get some good ales in, and find someone who can book a band or two. If you want to introduce a loyalty card, make it to do with the number of bands you have come to see, not the amount of crap you hoy down your neck.

9 Dec 2010 10:46

Sgt Peppers Disco Bar, Newcastle

I had my first ever pint here when I was 15! Haha.
Only been in a couple of time since. I think you know what you are in for when you go here, so it is pointless criticising it.
People having a good time. Nice to see, but I won't be getting involved.

9 Dec 2010 10:41