The Coot, Horsham

The Coot was formerly known as the Merry Monk, although situated in a thriving residential area, a run of bad management led to its demise by driving its customers away to other more welcoming public houses.

The June 2001 renovation turned things around by tidying up the bar area & introducing a new landlord 'Brian'. The modernisation to the bar area left a cold feeling which would be more in keeping on the continent rather than on a residential estate, however that said 'it was an improvement'. The new landlord 'Brian' made up for this and quickly became very popular. Brian 'being a musician himself' introduced a live music scene which was second to none, and had locals & visitors alike spilling out of the doors on numerous occasions. A better variation of ales & a large screen were installed and various sports aired 'not just football'! Brian now runs the Bridge in at Copsale, and has turned that pub around as well. Many of the Coots regulars have followed him there.

Unfortunately since 'Brian' has left The Coot has taken a turn for the worst so much so, if rumour is to believed it is now up for sale. The current lanlord & landlady have successfuly managed to reverse all of 'Brians ' good work and turn The Coot back into a 'spit & sawdust' bar which now only attracts the white van men & boy racers chasing football on the big screen. Most of the locals have chosen to turn their back on The Coot & frequent 'The Dog & Bacon' instead. If football, expensive beers (�2.90 pint) late night shouting & swearing are your thing, The Coot may be just up your street!

Its a real shame.

28 Apr 2007 15:21