Derwent Walk Inn, Ebchester

Indeed one of the best unpretentious dining pubs in the Durham-to-Newcastle area. Friendly service, welcoming of Derwent walkers, and a patio with an excellent countryside view for summer afternoons.

3 May 2006 13:12

The Free Press, Cambridge

In a 4 day pub tour of Cambridge, the Free Press was the friendliest, smartest, and most comfortable pub visited. No mobiles/no smoking make for a better atmosphere, and the upmarket families and literate locals are a welcome bunch. Barkeep exceptionally pleasant, and all the Green King is well kept. Highest marks.

3 May 2006 13:01

Duke Of Wellington, Belgravia

High praise for the Duke in the February �06 Tatler:

�For blue-chip socializing, one need look no further than the Duke of Wellington, affectionately known as the Duke of Boots, on Eaton Terrace. Eloise Anson heads there for a pre-party snifter, and Iain Russell and Billy van Cutsem can be spotted being chucked out at half-seven; landlord John Bond was a guest at Ben and Kate Goldsmith�s wedding. �I�ve been going there since I was 10,� says Ed Sackville, self-confessed joint-patriarch with bro Will Buckhurst. �It�s the only truly great pub.��

31 Jan 2006 11:53