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Isn't it about time we got rid of the UK's old-fashioned licensing laws. The reason for them is now long gone. And what about the duty, drop the duty and stop the smuggling. The Treasury would probably make more money if the duty were dropped as more money would be spent in the UK.

One rule for Europe and one rule for us. Are we Europeans or not, only when it suits it seems.

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If you find yourself in one of the following pubs please mention, to the bar staff that you saw it on Tony's UK Pub page. You might get some strange looks, but it would be interesting to know that the Net works. These are all pubs that I have sampled, it is not just a list of pub names. Should I for some reason feel the need to list one that I have not tried (one that looks interesting or is in an interesting location) I will say so. Please mail me if you have been to any of the pubs on my list or if you have any comments.

Cheshire Pubs

Congleton

The Grove Inn

On the junction of the Manchester A34 and Macclesfield roads as they enter Congleton. A proper pub owned by Bank's and run by Rob and Linda. Assisted Paul and Anne the bar staff.

Marstons Bitter, Smooth, Pedigree, Guinness, Cider and Lagers for those with no taste buds. Lots of things to drink that I have not tried YET, even Coffee.

At present open all day Sunday.

All arguments (sorry discussions) catered for.

There are also a Domino team.

There is a large car park at the rear.

The Throstles Nest

This Pub nestles in the valley of the River Bug (Tommy's Brook) just outside the Congleton boundary on the Buxton Road in the village of Buglawton.

This is a Bass Worthington pub selling Draught and Keg Worthington Bitter, Bass, Guinness and Lagers.

Darts, cards, dominoes and also a football team (proper football the one with the round ball). The pub is on a busy road but there is space to park cars at the rear.

Davenport Arms

On the A34 Manchester Road in the Village of Marton, about 5 miles north of Congleton. A Wilsons pub. Bitters, Guinness and Lagers. Food available. There is a Children's play area and a large carpark. There is a farm shop and craft workshops opposite and next to this an old Black and White, Half Timbered Church, founded in 1343, the oldest still in use in Europe..

Wagon and Horses

A Robinsons Pub on the Manchester Road, A34, just outside Congleton. There is a restaurant attached and also a children's play area at the rear of the carpark.

The Plough

The Plough lies just off the Macclesfield Road about 2 miles from Congleton in the village of Eaton. The pub is a Free House but sells Bank's beers plus Guinness and Lagers. Most of the pub has been given over to food. There is accommodation available in buildings separate form the main pub building.

The Church House

A Robinsons Pub on the Buxton Road out of Congleton, just up the hill from The Throstles Nest, close to Buglawton Village Church. Robinsons Beers and Lagers and Guinness. Food available. There is a Children's play area and a large carpark.

The Robin Hood

Outside the Congleton boundary on the Buxton Road. This is a Marstons House, restaurant facilities available.

Bosley

Bosley is a small village to the East of Congleton at the junction of the Congleton Buxton road and the Macclesfield Leek roads.

The Queens Arms

A Boddingtons Pub, there is a restaurant and a beer garden. Usual Boddies beer, Agar an Guinness.

Wilmslow

Carters Arms

Take the second left, Beddells Lane, off the King's Arms roundabout heading north on the A34. The Carters Arms is on the next cross roads, the junction with Chapel Street and Hawthorn Street. There is a small car park at the rear. A Wilsons pub, with an assortment of beer plus Guinness and Lagers. It became a temporary watering hole on the way home from work during the draught of 1995. A pleasant pub worth further investigation.

Macclesfield

The Flower Pot

A large pub at the corner of Park Lane and the Congleton Road. This is a Robbinsons House. Food is available. There is a large car park and a children's play area.

The Setter Dog

Sadly this pub has now closed and is a private house

This Pub, is just outside Macclesfield on the Buxton road, the Brewery is Marsten's. They have Marstens Bitter and Pedigree. Guinness, Ciders and Lagers. There is also a Restaurant. Situated on the edge of the Peak National Park the pub has some wonderful views of the surrounding countryside. The pub is on a bend in the road and the car park, with picnic tables, is on the other side of the road so watch the traffic.

Derbyshire Pubs

Castleton

A nice area within the Peak District National Park, Castleton lies on the junction of the Carboniferous Limestone (White Peak) and the Dark shales of the Carboniferous Millstone Grits. (Dark Peak). There are Caves and Mines open to the public, lots of little shops, restaurants and a chippy. It is also good walking country.

The George Hotel

The George can be found half way up Castle street opposite the Church and close to the Youth Hostel. I use this pub while I was doing my university mapping project. Used to be a William Stones Pub but it's now a free house. Sells a good pint of draught stones (we don't sell bright beer round here, "Keg to me and you"). Food available, it was very good the last time I tried it. Seats outside at the front. Large carpark at the rear.

The Castle Hotel

A William Stones Pub on the corner of the main Castleton road and Castle Street. The usual Bass beers, Guinness and lagers. Food and accommodation available. There is also accommodating available, single £35 (Oct. 1995). Seats at the front and a large carpark at the rear, with a play area for children.

The Bulls Head

A Robbies (Robinsons) Pub. Opposite the Castle Hotel. Robinsons beers, Lagers and Guinness. Food available.

Ye Olde Nags Head

A Tetley Pub on the bend in the main road through the village. A bit posh I don't think they like mucky boots. Tetley beers, Guinness and lagers. There is a restaurant attached.

The Peak

This is a Tetley Pub and is on the road out of the village towards Hope. Tetley beers, Guinness and lagers.

Cheshire Cheese

A Whitbread Pub, the Cheese is just along the road from The Peak. Whitbread beers, Guinness and lagers.

Hope

The Old Hall

A free house in the middle of the village of Hope, at the junction of Castleton Road and Edale Road opposite Hope Church. Sells a good pint of Draught Stones, Tetley Bitter, Blackthorn Cider, Tennents Lager, Guinness etc. Food available. Pool table in a room at the side. There is also a large indoor kiddies play area and there is a large carpark.

The Woodroffe Arms Hotel

A Boddies (Boddingtons) Pub. A Pleasant pub just along the road from the Old Hall in the direction of Castleton. A nice pint of Boddingtons Bitter, Lagers, Guinness etc. Food available, English, Chinese, Indian plus the Chefs special menu.

Buxton

The Railway

A pub built of Derbyshire stone sitting by the railway viaduct. Sells Kimberley Ales. There is a large function room a the rear.

Weatherspoons

Just around the corner is this Weatherspoons pub. Three pints of bitter and a pint of Lager for under a fiver.

Devon Pubs

Lynmouth

The Village Inn

Traditional cosy inn with real log fire free from games machines, snooker/pool tables and large screen tv. Free house serving real ale and guest ales. Well stocked top shelf of fine malt whiskies.

The Bath Hotel

Situated in the heart of the village, the Bath Hotel is an ideal starting point for scenic walks and dogs are welcome.

The Rising Sun

A 14th Century thatched smugglers inn overlooking a tiny picturesque harbour and Lynmouth Bay

Greater Manchester Pubs

Salford

The Wool Pack

The Wool Pack can be found on the south side of the A6 near the Tower Blocks and not far from Salford Shopping Precinct and University College. There is a good selection of drinks Boddingtons Bitter, Chesters Mild, Caffrey's Irish Beer, Stella Artois and Heineken Lagers, Guinness, Strongbow and Woodpecker Ciders and also White Wine on draught. There are lots of spirits on optic and a good selection of soft drinks.
Meals and snacks are available.

The Henry Boddingtons

A very nice pub, well worth a visit. 219 Bolton Road, Swinton, Gr Manchester, M27. Tel. 0161 736 5143. Bitters including Caffreys, Guinness, Cider and Lagers. Very good food and there is also accommodation.

London Pubs

Herne Hill

The Commercial Hotel

Opposite Herne Hill station at the Herne Hill end of Railton Road. The is a Worthington Pub with the usual Worthington beers. A nice local but also lots of new customers. Being in a student area there is a good variety of customers.

The Brockwell Park Tavern

Through the alley to the right of the Commercial is the Brock, opposite Brockwell Park on Dulwich Road. Another Bass Worthington/Charington pub, with a large lounge bar, public bar and a pool room.

The Half Moon

A Courage pub at the end of Half Moon Lane. A large pub and a venue for Bands.

Camberwell

Phoenix and Firkin

Denmark Hill BR station.

Bruce's brewery converted part of Denmark Hill Station, which had been burnt down by vandals, hence the name, into one of the best known of the firkin pubs. Usual Firkin beers .Loads of railway memorabilia, with model railways running around the walls.

The Fox on The Hill

A large Toby Inn at he top of Denmark Hill to the south of Camberwell. The pub is in two parts the public bar in a smaller building to the left of the main pub. The main pub has a couple of bars an a restaurant. Mainly Bass Worthington beers.

East Dulwich

The Crystal Palace Tavern

A Taylor Walker Pub, it sells a good pint of Burton Bitter, Guinness, Cider and Lagers. Though not on a bus route it is within easy reach of the No. 12 78 and 12A, catch these in Barry road, or the 176 from Lordship lane.

The Dulwich Plough

This pub can be found at the southern end of the number 12 bus route at the junction of Barry road and Lordship Lane.

It is owned by Bass Charrington. It has a small public bar at the front, the larger lounge bar is entered from the side, there is a family room attached which opens out onto the beer garden.

Beers include Bitter, Guinness, Cider and Lagers.

Food is available.

It is convenient for Buses, and Dulwich Park is only a short walk across the road.

Welsh Pubs

Morfa Nefyn

Ty Coch

Almost on the beach at the western end of the bay, the pub can be reached by a narrow road that runs through the golf links and down through a steep gap in the cliffs or by walking along the beach. There is no public parking near the pub. It is separated from the beach only by a low stone wall, about 2 feet. There is a nice selection of beers and other drinks and food is available. The pub is closed on Sunday evenings.

The Linksway

A residential hotel with public bars and a restaurant, at the entrance to the golf course. A fine selection of food and drinks, including Boddies Gold,. A very nice hotel with a warm welcome from Raymond, the owner, and the staff.

The Cliff Inn

To the right of the road leading to the beach, up a small steep bank. Turn right just before the little shop and Ty Halen cottage. There is a car park at the rear of the pub with good views over the bay. Lots of things to drink with good reasonably priced food. Children welcome.

Aberporth

The Morlan Hotel

Good beer good food and an excellent Sunday Lunch, don't forget to book.

The Ship Inn

Next to the beach carpark. Nice beer and food. Try the steaks.

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