The Temple Hotel, Matlock Bath

Landlord and staff are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the beers and always keeps a good selection on. Brew Dog from Fraserborough always seems to go down well as does any of the (slightly more local) Blue Monkey and Thornbridge.

Never eaten there but the food always looks good. If you are a real ale enthusiast and ever in Matlock Bath, it is worth the walk up the hill as you are away from the tourist area an will find yourself in a nice and friendly hostelry.

4 Jul 2011 15:57

The Whalebone, Hull

Called in early doors one night in late February. There was a good atmosphere, log burner giving out loads of heat and it is definately a drinkers pub.

Their own 'Neck Oil' went down a treat and was incredible value for money. The Copper Dragon was also on top form

A real drinkers paradise and I could almost 'feel' the history of the place. I'm only an occasional visitor to Hull but this will be my first stop on my next visit!

18 Mar 2011 13:10

The Linnet and Lark, Hull

It's definately a pub for the 'younger' element with the wide screens everywhere.

Not so good if you are after real ale. I called in a few weeks ago after spotting the row of hand pumps. I should have noticed the absence of any pump clips but too late - I was already in the building and saw that there were no pipes attached.

So it was a quick half of fizzy keg (actually I left most of it) and out of the door as soon as I could!

I'm not giving a rating as it is not the type of pub I would normally frequent and this would be unfair as I am not really qualified to comment

18 Mar 2011 12:58