The Retreat, Reading

If you like Ale then this is a good'un!.6+ different Real Ales in good condition, Good range of cider too. A cosy traditional backstreet dive with plenty of character(s), where you can enjoy a beer and fag with frank conversation and no fuss. There's the occasional cobweb but the landlady cleans the windows with premium Indian Whiskey! These are what pubs used to be like, and there should be more of them. Live jazz features regularly.

8 Nov 2006 15:01