I was supposed to go out on the town last night, but wasnt really in the mood - so I changed from my LBD to jeans & tee and headed down to the Spittal Brook. I'd been in here once or twice before just for a quick drink before heading somewhere else but didnt get the feel for the place (it was very quiet then) but last night was 'folk night'.
It was really lovely, people were just sat around with their instruments and all did their little thing (the guy on the fiddle obviously knew what he was doing so played along to most of the songs).
There were no microphones or anything. It was all low key and very welcoming. Aparently this folk night is on every Tuesday and if its good weather they move out to the beer garden and play & sing there instead.
Theres a wide selection of drinks available, although, when I say a wide selection of drinks I actually mean ales. Dont expect any fancy cocktails. If you dont want ale your left with the choice of a few spirits.
Outside the front door theres a sign saying something like
'NO pool table,
NO sky sports,
NO cocktails,
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TOWN THAT WAY!'
I think thats all you need to know to get a firm idea of what this place is like :)
They also serve food, nothing fancy: chilli, cottage pie, curry, fish & chips, salads, jackets etc. any meal is £6.50
Food is only served between 12-2 and 6-9. Afraid I havnt tried it yet but as soon as I do I'll update this review! read more