The Chequers, Orwell

A good friend of mine used to live near this pub and although I visited it a few years ago, it was a great place. The beer was good and the pub full of character. It had brilliant regulars including a few elderly gentlemen who introduced me to the pleasures of G&T after losing to them at pool. I can only assume that the discontented people reviewing this pub are exactly the sort who insist on spending a jolly good day out on Bank Holiday weekends visiting pubs, which they'd never do otherwise (the sort that really annoy regular pub goers). Face it, only a total recluse would expect a pub to be quiet on a bank holiday weekend, whether its raining or sunny.

27 Sep 2006 14:38

The Test Match, West Bridgford

I used to frequent this establishment on a daily basis about 3-4 years ago and it was always a welcoming and friendly place. It did attract some wierdos, but, hey, even they like to have a drink and mingle with society every so often. Have to disagree with the comments re. the developers. Prior to its refurb in about 2001, alcoholics wouldn't have stopped there for a beer - it was an absolute hole.

17 Sep 2006 21:51

The Harewood Arms, Broadbottom

This is a great pub with a friendly atmosphere and good bunch of regulars. It offers a good selection of drinks and serves a consistently decent pint of ale. The pub would be even better if homophobic to~~ers such as 'An actress from the bill' didn't slander it and stayed the hell away. The pub covers all sporting events via a new big screen and still manages to maintain its local atmosphere. Perhaps the 'bill actress' should stick to fun pubs or try a Wacky Warehouse - blantanly more their mentality.

9 Aug 2006 14:23