Yesterday marked the anniversary of the announcement that I was taking over the running of Beer Guide London from Jezza so it seems as good a time as any to look at how it has been going. I was apprehensive about taking over, it was a big responsibility maintaining Jezza’s legacy. I knew how much time he had put in to it over the years […]
So with all Guide entries visited I spent a while visiting some of my favourite places and just chilling, enjoying and working my way through their lists. Gradually though I have begun the process of revisiting in earnest, ramping up slowly towards the New Year and concerted effort at the second round of visits. I’ve been struggling though to think what to do here. It […]
The Tavern On The Hill (1 / 293) Large traditional one-roomed pub in the residential streets to the north of the Blackhorse Beer Mile. Now owned by Wild Card brewery it offers a good range of their beers across 6 taps and 3-4 handpumps. Very much a locals pub, as evidenced by my abortive visit a couple of weeks earlier when it was closed for […]
Palm (1 / 279) Corner pub in residential Tottenham that offers a warm welcome and an above average range of beers across its 12 taps and two handpumps, although the cask is more of a seasonal offering and may not always be available. There is plenty of seating and the food offering looks really good. The welcome is very friendly and it is worth seeking […]
Perivale Brewery (1 / x) The brewery is housed in a farm complex at the foot of Horsenden Hill, a fifteen minute walk from Perivale tube station. Initially only opening occasionally they have now got a purpose built bar unit that allows them to open every Saturday and Sunday. Opening time is 12:00 but closing time is seasonal and dictated by the gate closing time […]
The Prince (Stoke Newington) (1 / 269) Tucked away in the back streets of Stoke Newington is this friendly locals pub. Typical large corner pub layout it has an excellent wooden staircase in one corner leading to the first floor. They offer 16 taps of well chosen beers and 4 handpumps. An extensive food offering is available. Hackney – Grapefruit Crush – 2.5% (Draft) – […]
True Craft (Tottenham) (1 / 262) The original of the two branches. A one room set up with 10 beers available on tap and a well stocked double fridge. The pizza kitchen takes up one end of the space and produces some amazing smells! The rest of the space has plenty of tables and chairs, as you would expect. There is no problem with just […]
Stag & Lantern (1 / 251) Micropub a few minutes walk from Highams Park station. They offer 3 cask ales served on gravity and 3 more on tap as well as a well stocked fridge. This is definitely on the micro end of micropubs with a cosy communal feel. Additional seating is provided outside. Food offering is limited to bar snacks. Five Points – Citrus […]
The Long Pond (1 / 241) A typical micropub a short walk from the station. One room layout with plenty of seating it offers up to 6 cask ales served on gravity from the cold room behind the bar. Note that it closes during the afternoon. There is a lunch time food offering. Hop Fuzz – Cascade – 4.2% (Cask) – £2.20 1/2 pint The […]
RedWillow Macclesfield32A Park Green, Macclesfield SK11 7NA Town centre bar run by the brewery offering a good selection of their beers across 18 taps and 4 handpumps, but they carry guests as well. It’s a large one room bar with plenty of comfortable seating and additional seating outside. Apparently it can get very noisy when busy due to the acoustics of the room. Waters Green […]