The Lion, Teddington

I don't think I've been in here all year. Partly because the few times I visited last year were a big let down vs Don & M's time here, and partly because none of my mates are interested in going any longer. He's running his Beer Festival next weekend apparently. Last year was scaled down considerably from the days when Don built it up to the size of Ally Pally. It was also far less busy - although that wasn't necessarily a bad thing, as it used to be chaotically crowded. It'll be interesting to see how it works out and how many people turn up.

31 Aug 2010 11:23

The Anglers, Teddington

I think there *is* something amiss - the original high standards after the launch seem to have been relaxed - I've been kept waiting at times at the bar when they weren't busy and haven't seen the level of helpfulness and manners from the young staff that were there even 6 months ago. What worries me is that - having been in there maybe 20 times since the refurb - I've no idea who the landlord or landlady is. In fact I can't ever remember seeing someone behind the bar who could possible be old enough. That's never a good sign.

25 May 2010 17:31