The Local

Posted on 28. Jan, 2011 by Robert Gale in Books

Written in 1939 on the eve of the Second World war, The Local tours some of the pubs of London with Maurice Gorham as your guide and Edward Ardizzone as your illustrator. The book is split into 14 chapters covering the regulars, the barmaids, the different lounges and bars and the long forgotten aspects of [...]

Café René, Gloucester

Posted on 26. Jan, 2011 by Robert Gale in Pubs

Café René is a modern central Gloucester pub located in an area steeped in history.

The pub serves two or more well-kept real ales directly from casks on the bar and are reasonably priced at under £3.

Old Bell, Gloucester

Posted on 24. Jan, 2011 by Robert Gale in Pubs

The Old Bell is a Grade I listed building located on Southgate Street in the centre of Gloucester.

It features a highly decorative stone fireplace dated 1650 as well as other original features.

Robert Raikes’s House, Gloucester

Posted on 23. Jan, 2011 by Robert Gale in Pubs

Robert Raikes’ House is a Samuel Smith owned Gloucester pub located in a building that dates back to the 16th century.

The brewery spent two years and £4.5m renovating the pub and it’s certainly noticeable.

Golden Eagle, London

Posted on 21. Jan, 2011 by Robert Gale in Pubs

The Golden Eagle is a ‘proper pub’ located on Marylebone Lane, a small street just off the busier Marylebone High Street.

The single room boozer is traditional in every sense and serves a small number of well-kept ales.

The Plough, Worcester

Posted on 20. Jan, 2011 by Robert Gale in Pubs

The Plough is a Good Beer Guide listed pub located in Worcester city centre.

The friendly pub serves an excellent selection of ales from local breweries at reasonable prices.

The Viaduct Tavern, London

Posted on 19. Jan, 2011 by Robert Gale in Pubs

The Viaduct Tavern in London is a striking Victorian pub owned by the Fullers Brewery.

The pub is located across the road from the Old Bailey, England’s Central Criminal Court.

Like all Fullers pubs, you can expect to find the full range of their beers.

The Inns of Wiltshire

Posted on 18. Jan, 2011 by Robert Gale in Books

The Inns of Wiltshire is a comprehensive and lavishly-illustrated survey of over 170 pubs in the Wilthsire area.

Euston Tap, London

Posted on 10. Jan, 2011 by Robert Gale in Pubs

The Euston Tap is one of the smallest pubs in London with perhaps the biggest selections in the capital.

Located in last place you’d expect to find a pub, the Tap has quickly become the in-place for beer fans.

With 19 keg beers, 8 cask ales and two well-stocked fridges you’ll be spoiled for choice.

The Glue Pot, Swindon

Posted on 06. Jan, 2011 by Robert Gale in Pubs

Situated in the centre of Brunel’s Railway Village and a short walk from Swindon station and the town centre, the Grade-II listed Glue Pot can trace its history back to the mid 19th century.

The pub is owned by the Hopback Brewery and 8 ales are usually available.fea