May
21
2012
The CAMRA Good Beer Guide used to, a long time ago, review a certain real ale pub in Bradford with just three words: “Beer Drinker’s Mecca”. That would, I feel, be a suitable review for this marvellous pub: The Grove. It’s situated just outside the centre of Huddersfield and a 5-10 …
Apr
17
2012
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At curryandbeer towers, we are all feverishly looking forward to the Organ Grinder’s Beer Festival Friday May 4th – Monday May 7th. I’m particularly keen to compare keg and cask Magic Rock Highwire side by side! Whether you’ve got an axe to grind in that …
Apr
11
2012
This is the kind of pub that you’ll want to adopt as your home from home. No game machines, no piped music, no plasma screens. Just a comfy, serene space to enjoy your own company, or the company of friends.
The Phoenix has developed a strong following amongst …
Apr
03
2012
What you need at the end of an ordeal by rail is a refreshing break in a Pivovar Railway Tap. Fittingly, the York Tap resembles a small castle with its mock crennelations and bay windows in the shape of turrets. This listed building is a large airy space with tall stained …
Apr
03
2012
Ah, Pivni! This was the high point of our stay in the beautiful historic town of York. There are so many architectural delights in this ancient city that making a judgment based on appearance tends to become a blur. However, no-one is ever going to judge a …
Jan
17
2012
Five minutes walk from Leeds City Railway Station and dwarfed by hi-tech high-rise buildings, a little piece of Yorkshire history refuses to budge. It’s nothing short of a miracle that this stalwart has managed to stand fast while office blocks have sprung up literally around it. Somehow the Grove …
Jan
12
2012
One of the things that pleases me most about Castle Rock is the light hand they use in providing direction for their pubs. Every pub is different, and the only thing you can be absolutely sure about is that the beer will be great. The Horse and Jockey is a spendid example …
Jan
09
2012
Celebrating Castle Rock’s 35th Anniversary! 24th January 2012, from 5pm £1 OFF a pint of Castle Rock ale and Carlsberg in All Castle Rock pubs ! Alexandra Hotel 70′s retro night – fancy dress, and music and food to match. Bread & Bitter Live Music with Jez Hall from 9pm. Food promotions during the night. …
Dec
06
2011
The phrase “mecca for beer drinkers” is often used to describe The Moot in Sneinton. The idea of it being a place of pilgrmage is quite understandable. As soon as you enter you’ll know exactly what I mean. The first thing you notice as you pass through the doors of The …
Oct
18
2011
I am full of admiration for “Project William”. This visionary scheme was devised by Everards to revitalise failing businesses and has allowed pubs like Beeston’s multi award winning Crown “cask ale emporium” to flourish. Avoiding a prescriptive approach, Everards give talented individuals like David Brown free rein to use all …
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