I’m delighted that regular commenter Mark Crilley is receiving recognition for his enthusiasm for proper pubs. Notably in the latest column from Roger Protz (here). Of particular interest is the news that Mark is planning a story whereby an America teenager on holiday in England sets out to sabotage BRAPA pub visits* Mark is… Continue reading THAT INADVISABLE 4th PINT
Tag: Chinese takeaway
PORTWOOD PERFECTION
I left you in the bar at the Petersgate Tap on Thursday night (25/1), two great pints of Draught Bass down in 20 minutes, wondering if I should ask for the flat version again. But I figured a great night in Stockport needed a Chinese takeaway. I stuck out a tweet and waited for… Continue reading PORTWOOD PERFECTION
CARLISLE (PART 2) – A CROWN, A SPINNER & A FAT GADGIE
I left the bustling centre to the youth, noting only for the record that the Moo Bar had closed before I had a chance to visit. I made a mental note to return to explore its replacement when I was past the point of no return, before heading north. Carlisle Castle is a disappointment, at least… Continue reading CARLISLE (PART 2) – A CROWN, A SPINNER & A FAT GADGIE
DRAUGHT BASS IN TOTTON, BUT NOT IN MANCHESTER
Nathaniel brings some promising news from Norfolk; @NHS_Martin @RogerProtzBeer Draught Bass is currently being served on gravity at the fat cat in Norwich and is tasting good — Nathaniel Southwood (@NateDawg27) May 1, 2017 As you’ll gather from previous posts, the beer range is well down the list of reasons I visit pubs, and I have reservations about… Continue reading DRAUGHT BASS IN TOTTON, BUT NOT IN MANCHESTER
TOP 100 PUBS – THE NOTTINGHAM HOUSE, CLEETHORPES
As I said at the start of this blog, its main purpose is to lets Mrs RM know where I am when she can’t be bothered to look at the calendar. And to reach an uneasy peace on the use of possessive apostrophes, of course. But I would also be thrilled if I could persuade a few… Continue reading TOP 100 PUBS – THE NOTTINGHAM HOUSE, CLEETHORPES
DAISY ISN’T SINGING IN BILLINGHAM
If you want to see the extremes of Durham/Cleveland/Teeside, walk from Norton’s Unicorn over the A19 footbridge into Billingham (or vice versa if you’re heading into Stockton for a Parmo afterwards). I haven’t marked the footbridge on my Navigator yet, that’s a treat for later tonight. Billingham has the pleasant country park, but the Art… Continue reading DAISY ISN’T SINGING IN BILLINGHAM
TOP 100 PUBS – ALEHOUSE, READING
I’d only intended a couple of halves in Reading on Sunday night, being as you’ll know a moderate drinker, but CAMRA Chairmen can be very persuasive. Especially after a Duchesse de Borgogne in the Nag’s Head. So it was that I somehow found myself making a return to the Alehouse, which I guess is better… Continue reading TOP 100 PUBS – ALEHOUSE, READING
GORGEOUSNESS AND GOTHS IN CHICHESTER HARBOUR
I realise I’ve been less than fulsome in my enthusiasm for Chichester* this year. The hills to the north are great though (try Compton), and the undeveloped harbourside villages have equally good walking potential. I walked from Westbourne to coastal Emsworth, taking in nature reserves, the A27, secluded farms and the harbour, proving that I can do… Continue reading GORGEOUSNESS AND GOTHS IN CHICHESTER HARBOUR
NEWBURY IN THE DYING EMBERS OF DRYANUARY
A couple of days in Newbury to finish off Tryanuary, and a chance to see a town that left little impression in the past, bar some decent Arkells on the A4 and a recollection of a lockside Fullers pubs. The cheap, newish central Travelodge has free parking so they’re back in my good books. I had… Continue reading NEWBURY IN THE DYING EMBERS OF DRYANUARY
GRECIAN 2000
Not much beats arriving in a town you don’t know, with an evening to explore it, £15 in your pocket and a bed for the night paid for. I parked up in Exeter‘s White Hart just as fans of the Grecians were returning from their massive FA Cup giant-killing in the next round. Carlisle away… Continue reading GRECIAN 2000
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