The Cricketers, Croydon

I recently noticed that this pub has changed it's very historic name. I just don't know why this pub isn't a goldmine, considering it's location in quite an expensive area, full of young professionals. You only have to go five minutes round the corner to The Builder's Arms to see where everyone is. I have always found the atmosphere here parochial, intimidating and just downright shoddy. Please can this pub be taken over by someone who has a clue! The current owner/tenant didn't even know where the pub's original name derived from, telling a reporter that there was no connection between it's name and the area. Omitting the fact that Addiscombe Cricket Club has been in existence for nearly 100 years and started just round the corner in Canning Road!

24 Aug 2013 14:58