Topic ID 612
Good beer, a no smoking area, adults only, no muzack, loads of character and a great fire in the winter. I only wish they still did folk night on Mondays. I'm not particularly a folk fan, but the atmosphere was good.
Reply ID 6178
Nice pub. But if your taller than 6foot it can be a problem standing up in there. Low roof i mean not the beer ! lol
Reply ID 6179
I miss being able to sit on the grass opposite the pub on a warm evening.
Reply ID 6185
As do we all [:(] It was self policing - any broken glass - someone ran to the pub to get the duspan and brush from 'dorris' cupboard. Customers brought glasses back as they passed. No hassle, great people and my paper was always nicked before I could read it. I can remember those sunny days when I was busy but had no customers because they were all outside. The alternative option is to go to the Stonehouse and have glass thrown at you by the security staff! Let us back into the Castle Grounds [8D]
Reply ID 6203
We may yet sit with a beer on the hallowed turf of Castle Grounds again... watch this space.
Reply ID 6204
Come on Nora...........spill the beans
Reply ID 6213
I am not going to spill the beans, but you can sniff them. My mole tells me that the landlord is in negotiation with the Council.[;)]
Reply ID 6237
we will all give support nora!! its nice telling the americans that theres a pub in hertford with a castle in its beer garden[:D][:p][:)]
Reply ID 6266
Whilst we are waiting for definite news re: the Castle grounds, I'd like to remind everyone that TWH has a beer festival on THIS weekend. 50 beers, pig roast, cow roast, thai curry and live music.[:p]
Reply ID 6273
That's all part of the fun! It is a bit of a squeeze, but I like to call it "intimate".
Reply ID 6277
great timing pay day and real ale dont know how i will cope in work on sunday[8D][:D][8D] what day does it start? friday might be best for me!![:o)]
Reply ID 6285
Friday Night and it goes on and on and on - Fantastic time!! Whatch out for the Bar Staff though!!!! Great Geezers - My see you there.... [;)]
Reply ID 6301
quote:So let me get this right. A piggy roast, a beer with an unusual name and a game of bar billiards. A heady ****tail indeeed!
Originally posted by nora batty
That's all part of the fun! It is a bit of a squeeze, but I like to call it "intimate".
Reply ID 7934
Oh joy!! The police have revoked their ban on drinking outside the White Horse and in the park opposite. I think it was lifted on Wednesday 22nd. I was there last night (Thurs 24th) and it was like the old days.
Reply ID 7936
I'll get my Suntan after all - Jugs of Pimms here we come [:D][8D][:)][:p]
Reply ID 7937
Yes - excellent news. I don't think we are supposed to broadcast it. Please don't abuse it, people.
Reply ID 7938
Three cheers for everyone that made this happen!
Reply ID 8179
More news on this, you can't actually go across the road to the park only stand infront of the pub. Better than nothing i guess.
Reply ID 8191
Well they must have drawn back a bit then. You could certainly go in the park (or by the wall there) last Thursday.
Reply ID 8202
Some narrow minded killjoy made a complaint I'm told. Obviously could'nt stand to see people quietly & harmlessly enjoyimg a drink. CP
Reply ID 8203
I was told the same. I hope whoever it was feels really happy in their rather miserable, sad, get-a-life...... Mr Tigger
Reply ID 8206
Is it against the forum rules to have public naming and shaming?
Reply ID 8207
Probably Nora - pity cos I'm 99% sure... CP
Reply ID 8211
Go on, do it. If it's out of order the post will be removed. Nowt lost.
Reply ID 8282
I paid a visit last night. The bar staff were in agreement that you now couldn't drink across the road. They were in disagreement, however, as to whether you could still drink oustside the front of the pub ("Charlie" said you can't). Unfortunately, Nigel wasn't around to give a definitive ruling.
Reply ID 9175
The White Horse does an excellent dinner on a Monday night - but it gets busy so go early if you want to eat. (I went at 6.30pm and it was busy) There's no choice - it's whatever Nigel feels like cooking -but you can find out what it is up to a week in advance if you ring up. The theme has recently been "A Round the World Tour" and has featured various International dishes.
Reply ID 11086
I was at the bar the other evening and someone had the gall to order a pint of Fosters!
Reply ID 11117
Could be worse Steve, when I worked there someone ordered a nice pint of AK and was most put out when told we did not sell such...
Reply ID 11123
quote:Couple of years ago a Hen Party arrived in the pub & started a round of (mostly unavailable, alcolpop) drinks. The first order was for " an Archers" to which Nigel, deadpan, served up a foaming pint of Archers Gold. Hen Party retreated soon afterwards......
Originally posted by Steve
I was at the bar the other evening and someone had the gall to order a pint of Fosters!
Reply ID 11182
This is the best pub I've been to for many a year. I've never eaten there, but the beer is amazing. Especially that mad green Spring Solstice that was served up during the April beer festival. A few St Austells brews would go down a treat - HSD if you please landlord
Reply ID 11191
Is it just me or has there been a decline in the availability of guest beers recently?
Reply ID 11193
A friend put me on to Lancaster and its £2.10 a pint.[:0]
Reply ID 11195
quote:Is it a Fullers brew? I've noticed a dominance of Fullers recently.
Originally posted by sloopjohnb
A friend put me on to Lancaster and its £2.10 a pint.[:0]
Reply ID 11198
Sure its a guest beer. Can't remember brewer. Hic!!
Reply ID 11202
quote:Well it has been a Fullers pub for some years now.... Nigel tends to put his guests on from Thursday onwards for weekend drinking; one of the very few Fuller's pubs that can serve "guests" (I can think of only one other & Nigel has that one too). He's "allowed" 3 or so although Nigel has never paid much attention to rules.... Visit the new redecorated bars (well The Bar - Other Bar being done tommorrow...)
Is it a Fullers brew? I've noticed a dominance of Fullers recently.
Reply ID 11203
To me, Fullers are house beers. Guest beers are brewed elsewhere. Bring back Bitter and Twisted!
Reply ID 11204
Bring back Black Widow......
Reply ID 11274
quote:Are we talking about Victor here [^] Rooster (not dobbin)
Originally posted by Steve
To me, Fullers are house beers. Guest beers are brewed elsewhere. Bring back Bitter and Twisted!
Reply ID 11275
Bring back Cornish Coaster and Fallen Angel.
Reply ID 11276
quote:This has been worrying me. As it was Mrs Sloop's day off went to check. Thwaites. And had a pleasant lumch time drink as well - despite the Lancaster being off for the duration.
Sure its a guest beer. Can't remember brewer. Hic!!
Reply ID 12610
Went to the White Horse last night for a meeting upstairs in the No Smoking room. It really isn't the cigarette smoke you need to be aware of, it's the wood smoke. It was choking up there. Smoke rises you see, so it isn't always good to have a 'smoke free' zone upstairs. I don't know whether the wood smoke drove the customers away last night but the pub was almost empty, unless they were hiding in the fog!
Reply ID 12637
quote:They've had several attempts to get the chimney to draw properly (rotating pots etc), but without any real success as far as I can see (this is also one reason they don't run the smoke extractor as it makes it worse).
Originally posted by Rooster
Went to the White Horse last night for a meeting upstairs in the No Smoking room. It really isn't the cigarette smoke you need to be aware of, it's the wood smoke. It was choking up there. Smoke rises you see, so it isn't always good to have a 'smoke free' zone upstairs. I don't know whether the wood smoke drove the customers away last night but the pub was almost empty, unless they were hiding in the fog!
Reply ID 12688
quote:It can get a tad smoky, although to be honest I prefer wood smoke to cigarette smoke. Maybe barring myself from the BH now .... but Rooster, much as you have every right to make a comment, there is quite a conflict of interest here. Basically the WH is your nearest rival (geographically & from a beer connoisseurs point of view) Posts like this & others (when you have no smoke-free rooms of your own) do give a bit of taste of sour beer… Like both pubs, but play it fair eh?
Originally posted by Rooster
Went to the White Horse last night for a meeting upstairs in the No Smoking room. It really isn't the cigarette smoke you need to be aware of, it's the wood smoke. It was choking up there. Smoke rises you see, so it isn't always good to have a 'smoke free' zone upstairs. I don't know whether the wood smoke drove the customers away last night but the pub was almost empty, unless they were hiding in the fog!
Reply ID 13502
What a great pub,fantastic ale, I had a couple only, if I have had any more I caanot remember what I am doing or i mmake mistakes when I am on the forum(spelling@s).Exbuse me, but this is a fantastic pub, just wish I had been there before. I will post my review later on.(food:1) I am 2 smoked out to remember, pity the fire was not on. I love wood smoke. The best! ,most tradional pub in the area.The most original pub in Hertford,fantastic place. Just needs (sorry) nice bar staff, although I got told that the barman charles is a nice chap, supposed to be very cheerful, yet to meet him. I am going again, no problem, (Tigger which 1 is Nigel) did you see me? I am the incossppicuasses 2. cheers.
Reply ID 13506
quote:Hate to tell, Charles is actully Charlotte, Nigels Niece.... I've told you which one Nigel is - Rugby Shirt and a little tubby. Tigger
Originally posted by Dell Boy
What a great pub,fantastic ale, I had a couple only, if I have had any more I caanot remember what I am doing or i mmake mistakes when I am on the forum(spelling@s).Exbuse me, but this is a fantastic pub, just wish I had been there before. I will post my review later on.(food:1) I am 2 smoked out to remember, pity the fire was not on. I love wood smoke. The best! ,most tradional pub in the area.The most original pub in Hertford,fantastic place. Just needs (sorry) nice bar staff, although I got told that the barman charles is a nice chap, supposed to be very cheerful, yet to meet him. I am going again, no problem, (Tigger which 1 is Nigel) did you see me? I am the incossppicuasses 2. cheers.
Reply ID 13509
See what Real Ale does for you, have to stay on Carlsberg New Years Eve, what will my husband think of me, if I make that mistake again?
Reply ID 13520
quote:You again, on a Pub site - are you telling porkies about you appearence[?]
Originally posted by Dell Boy
See what Real Ale does for you, have to stay on Carlsberg New Years Eve, what will my husband think of me, if I make that mistake again?
Reply ID 13525
Went to The WH in disguise yesterday, in case I got noticed, it is easy for me to remove my pierceing's and wear different clothe's. Thought that I may fit in better with the regular's. Very friendly pub I would recommend the pub to any 1 who reads this post. You would not think that the pub is that old viewing from the outside.
Reply ID 13877
Is it true that the Midwich Cuckoos drink in the public bar of the Horse?
Reply ID 13937
quote:Are you talking about THE BAR - not that Public or THE OTHER BAR (T***S BAR) You would be very surprised who or WHOT (I did mean to spell it that way) you can find [}:)]
Originally posted by Herbert Lemons
Is it true that the Midwich Cuckoos drink in the public bar of the Horse?
Reply ID 13938
quote:I'm totally lost. Does this mean that when I drink in the White Horse, I'm looked down on unless I drink in a certain part of a certain bar? Or should I be drinking in the Black Horse instead?
Originally posted by Terrasquote:Are you talking about THE BAR - not that Public or THE OTHER BAR (T***S BAR) You would be very surprised who or WHOT (I did mean to spell it that way) you can find [}:)]
Originally posted by Herbert Lemons
Is it true that the Midwich Cuckoos drink in the public bar of the Horse?
Reply ID 13941
quote:Not at all of you drink in the WH you should know that deep down they are a friendly bunch.[:o)] I'm only an Elf, sorry.
Originally posted by 2929paulquote:I'm totally lost. Does this mean that when I drink in the White Horse, I'm looked down on unless I drink in a certain part of a certain bar? Or should I be drinking in the Black Horse instead?
Originally posted by Terrasquote:Are you talking about THE BAR - not that Public or THE OTHER BAR (T***S BAR) You would be very surprised who or WHOT (I did mean to spell it that way) you can find [}:)]
Originally posted by Herbert Lemons
Is it true that the Midwich Cuckoos drink in the public bar of the Horse?
Reply ID 13943
quote:See what you mean Paul. It is weird but there appears to be a (friendly) rivalry between the two bars. Nice place though. In there last nite & the guy behind the bar was hilarious - long white hair & a west country accent. A Scotch chap was entertainig everyone in the "Bar"(albeit slightly a worse for wear)& some guy was trying to convince the landlords niece that following Arsenal was the way forward - somewhere a Village is missing its idiot....
Originally posted by 2929paul
I'm totally lost. Does this mean that when I drink in the White Horse, I'm looked down on unless I drink in a certain part of a certain bar? Or should I be drinking in the Black Horse instead?
Reply ID 13944
Jed - Hair, West Country Was the Scotch Chap quite wee Landlords called Nigel, Niece is Charoltte And the Village idiot (s) are there 'Tis the season to be jolly - far la al [;)]
Reply ID 14583
quote:I have seen somewhere that you were thinking of applying for a job at the White Horse. Well there is an ad in this weeks Mercury so now's your chance! Go for it Dell. [:D][:I][8D]
Originally posted by Dell Boy
What a great pub,fantastic ale, I had a couple only, if I have had any more I caanot remember what I am doing or i mmake mistakes when I am on the forum(spelling@s).Exbuse me, but this is a fantastic pub, just wish I had been there before. I will post my review later on.(food:1) I am 2 smoked out to remember, pity the fire was not on. I love wood smoke. The best! ,most tradional pub in the area.The most original pub in Hertford,fantastic place. Just needs (sorry) nice bar staff, although I got told that the barman charles is a nice chap, supposed to be very cheerful, yet to meet him. I am going again, no problem, (Tigger which 1 is Nigel) did you see me? I am the incossppicuasses 2. cheers.
Reply ID 14590
I take it that Charlie is not coming back then? Where has she gone, she was a lovely girl, I think she will be missed alot by all of the customers. I would apply for the vacancy but I am sorry to tell all of you forum users I do not have a good sense of humour, 1 of the qualities required for the job vacancy. Maybe the vacancy will be better suited for Victor Meldrew him and Nigel will get on don't you think?
Reply ID 14591
quote:I wouldn't jump to conclusions. They have other bar staff as well.
Originally posted by Dell Boy
I take it that Charlie is not coming back then?
Reply ID 14597
quote:I think you'll find that Charlotte is having a well deserved vacation in the Colonies with AVI. Don't panic Del - she wil be back soon - probably with an American accent
Originally posted by Dell Boy
I take it that Charlie is not coming back then? Where has she gone, she was a lovely girl, I think she will be missed alot by all of the customers. I would apply for the vacancy but I am sorry to tell all of you forum users I do not have a good sense of humour, 1 of the qualities required for the job vacancy. Maybe the vacancy will be better suited for Victor Meldrew him and Nigel will get on don't you think?
Reply ID 14737
The White Horse now has a sub-page on the following web site http://www.castlestreetparty.org.uk/
Reply ID 14746
quote:Beware! Only those of a strong constitution should access the SHAME page......
Originally posted by Ray_by_the_Beane
The White Horse now has a sub-page on the following web site http://www.castlestreetparty.org.uk/
Reply ID 14749
Anyone know what the food is tonight at the WH??
Reply ID 14750
Its a Chicken dish of some sort - Malaysion I think.. No doubt as yummy as usual
Reply ID 14752
SHAME PAGE?
Reply ID 14753
what time is food normally served? Also, what's the latest you can get there and normally get fed?
Reply ID 14757
quote:From 6 I think. Don't think it finishes at a specific time.
Originally posted by thefair1973
what time is food normally served? Also, what's the latest you can get there and normally get fed?
Reply ID 14766
First come first served. Been known to have flown out of the Kitchen by 630 on one particually busy night (thats Chickens for you ) , but usually safe up to 7 maybe even 730... And Del, yes, SHAME page......
Reply ID 14774
quote:http://www.castlestreetparty.org.uk/white-horse-shame.htm
Originally posted by del
SHAME PAGE?
Reply ID 22850
When can we expect the Bitter and Twisted back?
Reply ID 23351
quote:Right.... after the rather obvious phanaar retort, I have it on very good authority that Bitter & Twisted will be on at the Beer Festival (over the bank holiday weekend, starts Friday 25th - loads of beer from all over, maybe even from the Principality & the Pointy bit - look out for the Wildebeest....) http://www.castlestreetparty.org.uk/white-horse-whed.htm And will probably back on the hand pumps shortly in any case cos its quite popular...
Originally posted by Steve
When can we expect the Bitter and Twisted back?
Reply ID 23577
quote:Just seen this post. The reason the folk night ended was because the Real Ale clientele complained on a regular and unrelenting basis about the noise, making it feel a tad unwelcoming for those people who turned up everyweek to perform. However, some 'performers' did demand complete and utter silence whilst they were singing, and on occasions were extremely rude to customers. It had to be pointed out to them by other 'folkies' that it's a pub and people will want to talk, plus if they were good enough to listen to people would shut up and listen. A lesson to be learnt there perhaps? But - if you're looking for live music from all genres in a pub atmosphere (but no open fire), give the open mic at The Ram a go on 24 August.
Originally posted by nora batty
Good beer, a no smoking area, adults only, no muzack, loads of character and a great fire in the winter. I only wish they still did folk night on Mondays. I'm not particularly a folk fan, but the atmosphere was good.
Reply ID 23581
The white horse isn't really an ideal place for live music, its just too small. Some of the clientele dont like outsiders invading their turf.
Reply ID 23583
quote:Hmmm, it's never been too small during the beer festivals when it has live bands in!
Originally posted by Eurosceptic
The white horse isn't really an ideal place for live music, its just too small. Some of the clientele dont like outsiders invading their turf.
Reply ID 23589
quote:It's amazing how much space there is when you include all the upstairs roms and the 'Gasgoyne Way Garden' We had our Wedding Reception there with a large number of guests and of course the regular Saturday cliental were in the pub. Plenty of space [;)]
Originally posted by Fish Wifequote:Hmmm, it's never been too small during the beer festivals when it has live bands in!
Originally posted by Eurosceptic
The white horse isn't really an ideal place for live music, its just too small. Some of the clientele dont like outsiders invading their turf.
Reply ID 23593
quote:IMHO yes it has. I find the live music very invasive, you can't hold a conversation whilst they're playing. There is absolutely NO need for amplification in an area that small. If I knew there was live [amplified] music there I would actually be put off going.
Originally posted by Fish Wife
Hmmm, it's never been too small during the beer festivals when it has live bands in!
Reply ID 23624
quote:Oh Yes - the beer festival bands are amped up to a degree, but the folk group most certainly wasn't. OK, it's not to everyones taste, but then neither is darts or crib! None of the folk group would otherwise have gone to The White Horse, yet they and their friends happily turned up each Monday - a deathly quiet night in terms of trade, and their money was more than happily accepted. I always think it's a shame when some locals believe that a pub somehow 'belongs' to them, especially when some of them sit nursing 1 pint of beer all evening then resent anyone else coming in who contributes to the pub's profits. Afterall, without profits none of the pubs would stay in business. Still, what the heck, things move on.
Originally posted by Stevequote:IMHO yes it has. I find the live music very invasive, you can't hold a conversation whilst they're playing. There is absolutely NO need for amplification in an area that small. If I knew there was live [amplified] music there I would actually be put off going.
Originally posted by Fish Wife
Hmmm, it's never been too small during the beer festivals when it has live bands in!
Reply ID 23626
Agreed, the folksies on Monday night weren't a problem and probably made it worthwhile opening on an otherwise dead night. It was just the festival music that I found unnecessary.
Reply ID 23632
quote:Yes, I can understand that. The pub is far too small for any sort of band set-up, the amp rigs alone take up a lot of space and I agree that the noise level is far too intrusive in such a small area. I think the main cause for complaint with the folkies was with one in particular who insisted on complete silence whilst she wailed about the potato famine, and would then yell at people who had the timerity to talk - and they weren't even part of the folkie set!
Originally posted by Steve
Agreed, the folksies on Monday night weren't a problem and probably made it worthwhile opening on an otherwise dead night. It was just the festival music that I found unnecessary.
Reply ID 31582
I,m glad they "folked" off !! Would not have been to bad if they'd gone upstairs out the way ;-)
Reply ID 31586
Where have you been, Stan? 3.5 months to post a reply - is that a record?!
Reply ID 31702
Well he is in a tent in Mongolia, not bad really.
Reply ID 33005
The Royal Yak Mail not what it used to be Nora ;-)
Reply ID 39581
As nobody else seems to have mentioned it, there is a beer festival at the White Horse all this weekend and Monday. http://www.castlestreetparty.org.uk/white-horse-whed.htm
Reply ID 39585
The Pork is being prepared as we speak (or write) Looks like a good time for all.
Reply ID 39587
Hurrah! I will be there tonight!!!
Reply ID 45406
And fame now. Nigel has been given an award for good value food from the guys that publish the Good Pub Guide - see todays Mercury & Tuesday's Thunderer. Again on the national map for the best reasons - all I hope is that we don't get swamped by foodies. See, never satisfied..... one minute its great then "bugger, all these outsiders clogging up our local"[:D]
Reply ID 45407
quote:"Other Bar" I think you call it?? [;)]
one minute its great then "bugger, all these outsiders clogging up our local"[:D]
Reply ID 45408
quote:Indeed.. slightly louder though.... [:)]
Originally posted by Deverauxquote:"Other Bar" I think you call it?? [;)]
one minute its great then "bugger, all these outsiders clogging up our local"[:D]
Reply ID 54974
Has anyone managed to get a pint in the Horse recently?
Reply ID 54976
Which end?
Reply ID 54978
quote:Several yesterday evening.
Originally posted by Dillinquent
Has anyone managed to get a pint in the Horse recently?
Reply ID 54980
quote:It's a linguistic problem, I believe. Unless fluent in the the native language of "bo**ocks", (a dialect exclusively spoken within this tiny British version of the Bayou country) you've little chance.[:D]
Originally posted by Dillinquent
Has anyone managed to get a pint in the Horse recently?
Reply ID 54982
quote:It was fine yesterday. What is the problem?
Originally posted by shuntquote:It's a linguistic problem, I believe. Unless fluent in the the native language of "bo**ocks", (a dialect exclusively spoken within this tiny British version of the Bayou country) you've little chance.[:D]
Originally posted by Dillinquent
Has anyone managed to get a pint in the Horse recently?
Reply ID 54983
I am now going to have nightmares about dodgy & (I suspect) highly illegal equine practices.....
Reply ID 54987
quote:The beer's always good as far as I've been aware, but the "other bar" thing was funny only once, if at all.
Originally posted by Ewoowarquote:It was fine yesterday. What is the problem?
Originally posted by shuntquote:It's a linguistic problem, I believe. Unless fluent in the the native language of "bo**ocks", (a dialect exclusively spoken within this tiny British version of the Bayou country) you've little chance.[:D]
Originally posted by Dillinquent
Has anyone managed to get a pint in the Horse recently?
Reply ID 54988
quote:I don't understand.
Originally posted by shuntquote:The beer's always good as far as I've been aware, but the "other bar" thing was funny only once, if at all.
Originally posted by Ewoowarquote:It was fine yesterday. What is the problem?
Originally posted by shuntquote:It's a linguistic problem, I believe. Unless fluent in the the native language of "bo**ocks", (a dialect exclusively spoken within this tiny British version of the Bayou country) you've little chance.[:D]
Originally posted by Dillinquent
Has anyone managed to get a pint in the Horse recently?
Reply ID 54989
I think what's being referred to is that the pub, recently, has been running out of beer for no apparent reason.
Reply ID 54990
quote:Isn't that because the place is frequented by ale swilling Rugby players?...
Originally posted by Ray_by_the_Beane
I think what's being referred to is that the pub, recently, has been running out of beer for no apparent reason.
Reply ID 54991
quote:The "The Other Bar" was a vehicle, invented some years ago,for defining the Bar (on the left-hand side) from the bar (on the right-hand side) As Shunt says, it was a one-joke non-wonder that lasted far too long & fortunatly is now consigned to history. Other Barrers are now welcome to the Bar, assuming their visas are currently valid...
Originally posted by Ewoowarquote:I don't understand.
Originally posted by shuntquote:The beer's always good as far as I've been aware, but the "other bar" thing was funny only once, if at all.
Originally posted by Ewoowarquote:It was fine yesterday. What is the problem?
Originally posted by shuntquote:It's a linguistic problem, I believe. Unless fluent in the the native language of "bo**ocks", (a dialect exclusively spoken within this tiny British version of the Bayou country) you've little chance.[:D]
Originally posted by Dillinquent
Has anyone managed to get a pint in the Horse recently?
Reply ID 54992
And incidently now back in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide for the ?? year in succession (I've lost count) [:)]
Reply ID 54995
quote:No, that would be an apparent reason. if you are regular you will understand that something seems to be going on.
Originally posted by azzzaquote:Isn't that because the place is frequented by ale swilling Rugby players?...
Originally posted by Ray_by_the_Beane
I think what's being referred to is that the pub, recently, has been running out of beer for no apparent reason.
Reply ID 54999
There was no draught beer to be had on Monday, not even disco fizz, and the barmaid resigned. Something's afoot... (No Shunt, I'm not referring to the contents of shoes!)
Reply ID 55004
Ahah. Wednesday was okay. But has anybody asked the landlord?
Reply ID 55046
No real ales to be had on saturday.
Reply ID 55049
i'm astounded! i hope it's not a permanent thing!
Reply ID 55051
quote:Let's hope it doesn't become the 'White Elephant' ?
Originally posted by codek2
i'm astounded! i hope it's not a permanent thing!
Reply ID 55054
how can they have no real ales? It's never exactly been a lager drinkers pub. Also, it's not as if they can't tell how much beer's been consumed (well sold, I supposed consumed is a different matter!!) and should know when stock is low for re-ordering.
Reply ID 55058
Cash-flow problems?
Reply ID 55064
gossip-mongering if ever I've seen it Steve
Reply ID 55066
Cash-flow issues was my thoughts too...
Reply ID 55067
I was simply speculating on their supply problems. I wasn't peddling it as fact. For any pub to run out of beer is very poor and even more so for one that prides itself in being a real ale pub. To run out once might be forgivable, but for it to happen twice or more suggests there's something more at play than simple stock control.
Reply ID 55070
This kind of chat with out anyone going and asking either Nigel or anyone who knows the inside facts of this is asking for trouble. I think we're all in agreement that we want the WH to stay successful but casting assumptions on the business' position - particularly in the current climate for money and pubs - is like a vulture sitting back to watch an injured impala. Stating ale has been sold out is fact; querying cash-flow is a very negative supposition. Please, people: less of the death-knell, more of the support to the business and actual facts. Viral marketing goes both ways and rumours can kill businesses.
Reply ID 55073
Thanx Mr P. My thoughts exactly. I can understand the speculation I read/hear on this forum or in other pubs - human nature - but it doesn’t help and as a WH regular for nearly 20 years it is upsetting. There were a couple of fine ales on over the weekend (as good as we have had for some time I would suggest) & a lot of happy punters. I will do my damnest to support Nigel & the pub through this period & incidentally if anyone intends to ask me what is going on - I do not know, that’s Nigel’s business.
Reply ID 55075
quote:
Originally posted by Capitalist piglet There were a couple of fine ales on over the weekend (as good as we have had for some time I would suggest) & a lot of happy punters.
quote:I'm confused - was there beer or not? The link below may be telling - rave reviews generally until the end of May and then it goes wrong.. [url]http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/s/50/5080/White_Horse/Hertford[/url]
Originally posted by Dillinquent No real ales to be had on saturday.
Reply ID 55377
So what's the latest? ... is beer being sold here again?
Reply ID 55378
quote:Why don't you go and find out. [:)]
Originally posted by azzza
So what's the latest? ... is beer being sold here again?
Reply ID 55556
Very sad to see a closed sign on the door of the WH yesterday afternoon and last night. [:(] I wish Nigel well if this is the end of this chapter in his life.
Reply ID 55570
The White Horse has closed? :(
Reply ID 55572
quote:Rumoured to be reopening later this week (Wed?)
Originally posted by Jackanapes
The White Horse has closed? :(
Reply ID 55573
Sign on the front door says: Due to circumstances beyond our control, The Whjite Horse is temporarily closed. ... thankyou for your custom ... We look forward to welcoming you again soon
Reply ID 55574
who owns this pub? guessing it not a mcmullens
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quote:It was a free house prior being taken over by Fullers a few years back. Not sure of the exact arrangements.
Originally posted by teddylad
who owns this pub? guessing it not a mcmullens
Reply ID 55577
quote:It was supposed to be the first of the Fullers "Free Style" pubs i.e. ones allowed to have a certain number of guest ales.
Originally posted by Stevequote:It was a free house prior being taken over by Fullers a few years back. Not sure of the exact arrangements.
Originally posted by teddylad
who owns this pub? guessing it not a mcmullens
Reply ID 55701
quote:Barrelage:MAT 227 Barrels & YTD 96 Barrels as at 04/10/08....... What does that mean....Anyone know [?]
Originally posted by Rooster
http://www.fullers.co.uk/rte.asp?id=25&itemid=340&task=View
Reply ID 55703
quote:Barrel sales? Annual turnover and year to date at 04/10/08 from 01/04/08? That's my guess.
Originally posted by hertford born and bredquote:Barrelage:MAT 227 Barrels & YTD 96 Barrels as at 04/10/08....... What does that mean....Anyone know [?]
Originally posted by Rooster
http://www.fullers.co.uk/rte.asp?id=25&itemid=340&task=View
Reply ID 55706
Mean or Median Annual Turnover?
Reply ID 55710
quote:Ian and Janet Harvey flogged it a few years back, I'm not exactly sure who owns it now...
Originally posted by Stevequote:It was a free house prior being taken over by Fullers a few years back. Not sure of the exact arrangements.
Originally posted by teddylad
who owns this pub? guessing it not a mcmullens
Reply ID 55711
quote:Fullers!
Originally posted by exiled_in_Reading
Ian and Janet Harvey flogged it a few years back, I'm not exactly sure who owns it now...
Reply ID 55727
quote:Thanks Steve. Perhaps the "Fullers" banner on the web page was not big enough for exiled in Reading to notice!![:D]
Originally posted by Stevequote:Fullers!
Originally posted by exiled_in_Reading
Ian and Janet Harvey flogged it a few years back, I'm not exactly sure who owns it now...
Reply ID 55729
Is it closed now until it is sold?
Reply ID 55733
i struggle to see why they would be selling it when it is such a popular place - there's no doubt it must have been making good money. maybe there's been some staff problem, or a falling out, or something like that, and theyve got to find someone else? Or maybe the building has been condemned and is falling down? :)
Reply ID 55734
The building is in remarkably good repair (amazing that a 14C inn can be like that & the far later Sportsman is barely standing). Nigel ensured before he took the lease that all major maintainance was brought up to date by Fullers.. I will now desist from doing Ms Lawler's job for her.. Oh & if she is logging in,the pub has been in the GBG since God was a boy(not just 2008). I ll be just a bit peed off Fullers if it does not make 2009.....
Reply ID 55736
quote:They're not selling it. See the link to Fullers posted earlier.
Originally posted by codek2
i struggle to see why they would be selling it when it is such a popular place - there's no doubt it must have been making good money.
Reply ID 55769
MAT is Moving Annual Total i.e. in this case, the total number of barrels supplied to the White Horse over the year 04/10/07 to 04/10/08.
Reply ID 55774
Are my eyes deceiving me? The White Horse shut!!? I casually check in to my old forum haunt to find this. I go away for a few months and look what you've done. I put a third of my inflated City salary over the bar there. Nothing makes sense anymore... The White Horse was a huge part of my anticipated return to Hertford - maybe I'll just stay here in St. Tropez.
Reply ID 55775
Come back from your tax haven Herbert - we need your considerable wealth (I didn’t know they did tax havens in Staffordshire; memo to self, check out tax status in the north midlands with our Compliance Directorate next week.) Just remember the mantra "things can only get better" or was that Neil Kinnock or “did I dream it Centurion……”. Things are in hand..... I hope
Reply ID 55964
Re-opening planned for Friday. http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/comments.shtml/5080/
Reply ID 55965
quote:Says Friday 24th not this Friday!!!
Originally posted by Ray_by_the_Beane
Re-opening planned for Friday. http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/comments.shtml/5080/
Reply ID 55967
quote:
Originally posted by Roosterquote:Says Friday 24th not this Friday!!! Oh drat. So pleased to see it was re-opening, the date didn't sink in [:)]
Originally posted by Ray_by_the_Beane
Re-opening planned for Friday. http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/comments.shtml/5080/
Reply ID 55987
And Nigel will be back behind the bar, where he should be. Might even pop in myself! Discussion point - is Mr Batty getting thinner because the WH is closed, or is the WH closed because Mr Batty is getting thinner?
Reply ID 56003
Hurray! A Horseless Hertford was a sad prospect. Bagsie 'The Chair' this Saturday night!
Reply ID 56004
I'll be prepared to wager a large sum that you wont get the chair this Saturday. It doesn't open until the 24th!!
Reply ID 56012
Oh...b*ll**cks. Can't read for toffee. Well...the bagsie still stands for the opening Saturday!
Reply ID 56013
quote:I'm a little confused here. The pub is still listed under vacancies on the Fullers website (updated 11/10/08). Does this mean the vacancy has been refilled by the previous occupant or does it mean that Nigel will be behind the bar, but not as the landlord [?]
Originally posted by nora batty
And Nigel will be back behind the bar, where he should be. Might even pop in myself!
Reply ID 56014
Who cares!!! (And Mr P... It opens FRIDAY, and "bagsie" doesn't count in Hertford, it's "dibs". As long as I get the Doris stool, you can have the chair).
Reply ID 56018
Comforting news. You people be sure to look after it til I get back. I've zig-zagged the route from the Horse to Old Cross so many times that it's pattern has entered my DNA. You'll know it well - you emerge from Castle Street and glance over to "The Office" wondering when the f*** it will open (has it opened?) before lumbering through the variously discarded salad & kebab material and evacuated stomachs outside Zero's before realising that you're not actually drunk enough so you'll just pop back to the Horse for another one and then revel in the heckling you get as you enter the door all red-eyed and gibbering. You look like a monkey but you feel like a returning King.
Reply ID 56021
Dear All, We are pleased to confirm that the White Horse has undergone some 're-structuring' and will be re-opening on Friday 24th October at 5pm. There will be a full stock of ALL beers and wines, including your favorites such as ESB, Pride etc. As ever, you can be assured of the best quality beer around as we are one of the few pubs anywhere that cleans it's lines after EVERY keg. Please come and help us enjoy this momentous ocaasion, you will be assured of a warm welcome from us all! Look forward to seeing you! The White Horse Team
Reply ID 56023
quote:Herbert!! Zeros is no longer........ You may now get lost en route!
Originally posted by Herbert Lemons
Comforting news. You people be sure to look after it til I get back. I've zig-zagged the route from the Horse to Old Cross so many times that it's pattern has entered my DNA. You'll know it well - you emerge from Castle Street and glance over to "The Office" wondering when the f*** it will open (has it opened?) before lumbering through the variously discarded salad & kebab material and evacuated stomachs outside Zero's before realising that you're not actually drunk enough so you'll just pop back to the Horse for another one and then revel in the heckling you get as you enter the door all red-eyed and gibbering. You look like a monkey but you feel like a returning King.
Reply ID 56027
quote:Do you really mean "cleans its lines" or do you mean "flushes its lines"? Cleaning beer lines takes at least 40 minutes if done correctly. By the way, how do you know what all other licensees do when changing each CASK (assuming you are talking about real ale here)? That was an extremely derogatory statement to make, and may not bode well with other local landlords/ladies. If you are new to the job, I wish you well, but do not upset other licensees.[;)]
Originally posted by White Horse
Dear All, We are pleased to confirm that the White Horse has undergone some 're-structuring' and will be re-opening on Friday 24th October at 5pm. There will be a full stock of ALL beers and wines, including your favorites such as ESB, Pride etc. As ever, you can be assured of the best quality beer around as we are one of the few pubs anywhere that cleans it's lines after EVERY keg. Please come and help us enjoy this momentous ocaasion, you will be assured of a warm welcome from us all! Look forward to seeing you! The White Horse Team
Reply ID 56028
quote:Cross-posting is not allowed. Your duplicate post has been removed. Please contact me to verify that you are genuinely representing the management of The White Horse PH.
Originally posted by White Horse
Dear All, We are pleased to confirm that the White Horse has undergone some 're-structuring' and will be re-opening on Friday 24th October at 5pm. There will be a full stock of ALL beers and wines, including your favorites such as ESB, Pride etc. As ever, you can be assured of the best quality beer around as we are one of the few pubs anywhere that cleans it's lines after EVERY keg. Please come and help us enjoy this momentous ocaasion, you will be assured of a warm welcome from us all! Look forward to seeing you! The White Horse Team
Reply ID 56029
quote:Have you done this for every landlord that posts here? Seems a bit iron-handed (yet again) to me, for what is really a very, very small forum.
Originally posted by Admin Please contact me to verify that you are genuinely representing the management of The White Horse PH.
Reply ID 56030
quote:I have reason to believe that this is not the Landlord of The White Horse, which is why I ask the question. A very, very small forum? This thread has been read over 11,000 times! And besides, what's size got to do with it? And if you want to open up the debate about "iron handed" moderation (which is what I think you're suggesting), please feel free to do so in the revelent forum, although I suggest you back it up with evidence [8D]
Originally posted by stevenquote:Have you done this for every landlord that posts here? Seems a bit iron-handed (yet again) to me, for what is really a very, very small forum.
Originally posted by Admin Please contact me to verify that you are genuinely representing the management of The White Horse PH.
Reply ID 56031
Hiya Admin, You are absolutely right, we are not the landlords of the White Horse, that would technically be Fullers. We are though, the incoming leasees and as such will be 'in charge' of the pub. Nigel is being retained as the manager and will have full control and autonomy with the day to day running of the Horse. As any regulars will know, Nigel keeps an amazing cellar, and his cooking is second to none. Our role will be to look after the vested intrests of the pub and it's customers which will include postings on here and answering any questions that our loyal and fantastic customers may have. As we said earlier, the Horse has undergone some restructuring, but we believe it is all for the greater good. We would really love any comments or suggestions, after all, it's the customers pub, not ours or Fullers or whoever. We really appreciate your support and custom, and hope to see you friday!
Reply ID 56040
This is a wild guess but I suspect you are new to marketing...
Reply ID 56043
quote:[:D][:D][:D] My thoughts too.
Originally posted by Herbert Lemons
This is a wild guess but I suspect you are new to marketing...
Reply ID 56047
Hi White Horse team I have a suggestion for you. Fullers have a superb range of wines at their disposal. I'm thinking of the Jack Horner, Mad Bishop, Euston Flyer etc. How about getting some decent wines in instead of those english fruit wines? The only other choice is one red and one chardonnay at the moment. I'm sure customers would welcome this addition.
Reply ID 56049
quote:Your ESB is 30 odd pence more expensive that one of Fullers best pubs in Soho. There's no justification for it when Fullers other beers on offer at the WH are more fairly priced. It should be at least a bit cheaper than it is. Do that and I'll be very impressed and might even buy a pint again after not bothering for over a year!
Originally posted by White Horse
Hiya Admin, You are absolutely right, we are not the landlords of the White Horse, that would technically be Fullers. We are though, the incoming leasees and as such will be 'in charge' of the pub. Nigel is being retained as the manager and will have full control and autonomy with the day to day running of the Horse. As any regulars will know, Nigel keeps an amazing cellar, and his cooking is second to none. Our role will be to look after the vested intrests of the pub and it's customers which will include postings on here and answering any questions that our loyal and fantastic customers may have. As we said earlier, the Horse has undergone some restructuring, but we believe it is all for the greater good. We would really love any comments or suggestions, after all, it's the customers pub, not ours or Fullers or whoever. We really appreciate your support and custom, and hope to see you friday!
Reply ID 56050
quote:If you have reason to believe it's an imposter then the correct course of action is to contact them directly, rather than indirectly and in public. The size is relavent because small (this is a small forum, like it or not) forums do not need to be moderated in such a manner. I don't think I need to tell you that the number of times a thread is read has absolutely no bearing on the active userbase. Silly stats. And yes, I could back up my claims on what *I* think is over-moderation. I know a good few members in real life with the same opinion, and is why I had over a year "off".
Originally posted by Admin I have reason to believe that this is not the Landlord of The White Horse, which is why I ask the question. A very, very small forum? This thread has been read over 11,000 times! And besides, what's size got to do with it? And if you want to open up the debate about "iron handed" moderation (which is what I think you're suggesting), please feel free to do so in the revelent forum, although I suggest you back it up with evidence [8D]
Reply ID 56058
So "back up your claims" Steven. Enrich us with your insight.
Reply ID 56106
Blimey. The pub's not even open yet and there's a fight outside.
Reply ID 56119
quote:[:D][:D][:D]
Originally posted by nora batty
Blimey. The pub's not even open yet and there's a fight outside.
Reply ID 56125
quote:Many thanks for the clarification [:)] Good luck with you new (ad)venture.
Originally posted by White Horse
Hiya Admin, You are absolutely right, we are not the landlords of the White Horse, that would technically be Fullers. We are though, the incoming leasees and as such will be 'in charge' of the pub. Nigel is being retained as the manager and will have full control and autonomy with the day to day running of the Horse. As any regulars will know, Nigel keeps an amazing cellar, and his cooking is second to none. Our role will be to look after the vested intrests of the pub and it's customers which will include postings on here and answering any questions that our loyal and fantastic customers may have. As we said earlier, the Horse has undergone some restructuring, but we believe it is all for the greater good. We would really love any comments or suggestions, after all, it's the customers pub, not ours or Fullers or whoever. We really appreciate your support and custom, and hope to see you friday!
Reply ID 56148
quote:Hi Bengeo, We are currently looking at the wine selection, and whole heartedly agree with you there should be more choice. Whilst we will still be doing the Country Wines as they are very popular, we will introduce at least one more White & Red in the next couple of weeks. We thank you for your contribution! TWH
Originally posted by Bengeo Bob
Hi White Horse team I have a suggestion for you. Fullers have a superb range of wines at their disposal. I'm thinking of the Jack Horner, Mad Bishop, Euston Flyer etc. How about getting some decent wines in instead of those english fruit wines? The only other choice is one red and one chardonnay at the moment. I'm sure customers would welcome this addition.
Reply ID 56149
quote:Hi Micheal, It seems you may be right! We will undergoing a review of all pricing in the next few weeks, and it would appear that ESB is a little on the steep side, I too had a cheaper one in London the other day. So, in short, there will be a price reduction for the ESB, but please don't tie me down to when and by how much, it's all very early days! Again, thanks for your input and keep 'em coming!! TWH
Originally posted by Michaelquote:Your ESB is 30 odd pence more expensive that one of Fullers best pubs in Soho. There's no justification for it when Fullers other beers on offer at the WH are more fairly priced. It should be at least a bit cheaper than it is. Do that and I'll be very impressed and might even buy a pint again after not bothering for over a year!
Originally posted by White Horse
Reply ID 56151
quote:Thank you so much for such a positive response. It has always been a magnificent pint. Just can't have too many![:o)]
Originally posted by White Horsequote:Hi Micheal, It seems you may be right! We will undergoing a review of all pricing in the next few weeks, and it would appear that ESB is a little on the steep side, I too had a cheaper one in London the other day. So, in short, there will be a price reduction for the ESB, but please don't tie me down to when and by how much, it's all very early days! Again, thanks for your input and keep 'em coming!! TWH
Originally posted by Michaelquote:Your ESB is 30 odd pence more expensive that one of Fullers best pubs in Soho. There's no justification for it when Fullers other beers on offer at the WH are more fairly priced. It should be at least a bit cheaper than it is. Do that and I'll be very impressed and might even buy a pint again after not bothering for over a year!
Originally posted by White Horse
Reply ID 56153
Please have as many as you wish Micheal, we're going to need all the help we can get to return TWH to it's former glory days!! Hope to see you friday!
Reply ID 56182
Hi White Horse Team As a female am looking forward to seeing a change in the wine situation at the White Horse as I love the pub, but have suffered with the quality of the white wine! Can I vote for a nice Sauvignon Blanc!! Looking forward to a visit in the near future!
Reply ID 56188
quote:Sauvignon Blanc gets my vote as well
Originally posted by shiraz
Hi White Horse Team As a female am looking forward to seeing a change in the wine situation at the White Horse as I love the pub, but have suffered with the quality of the white wine! Can I vote for a nice Sauvignon Blanc!! Looking forward to a visit in the near future!
Reply ID 56202
quote:Hiya Frenchie & Shiraz, Apparently that sounds like a good idea according to my (very wine experianced) wife, so you can expect that to happen in the next few weeks, I will certainly let you know when, but please don't let that stop you coming over and seeing all the other changes we have made in the mean time! BTW, I print off ALL suggestions to be dealt with, and will always give an answer, so please keep 'em coming! TWH
Originally posted by Frenchiequote:Sauvignon Blanc gets my vote as well
Originally posted by shiraz
Hi White Horse Team As a female am looking forward to seeing a change in the wine situation at the White Horse as I love the pub, but have suffered with the quality of the white wine! Can I vote for a nice Sauvignon Blanc!! Looking forward to a visit in the near future!
Reply ID 56206
quote:Hiya Rooster, We are pleased to confirm that the Lines are cleaned after every CASK (you got me on that one!!) You are dead right that this will take about 40 mins, apparently you have to pull through the cleaning agent untill it turns purple then flush it and leave it for 20 mins. I hope this alleviates your concerns. TWH
Originally posted by Roosterquote:Do you really mean "cleans its lines" or do you mean "flushes its lines"? Cleaning beer lines takes at least 40 minutes if done correctly. By the way, how do you know what all other licensees do when changing each CASK (assuming you are talking about real ale here)? That was an extremely derogatory statement to make, and may not bode well with other local landlords/ladies. If you are new to the job, I wish you well, but do not upset other licensees.[;)]
Originally posted by White Horse
Dear All, We are pleased to confirm that the White Horse has undergone some 're-structuring' and will be re-opening on Friday 24th October at 5pm. There will be a full stock of ALL beers and wines, including your favorites such as ESB, Pride etc. As ever, you can be assured of the best quality beer around as we are one of the few pubs anywhere that cleans it's lines after EVERY keg. Please come and help us enjoy this momentous ocaasion, you will be assured of a warm welcome from us all! Look forward to seeing you! The White Horse Team
Reply ID 56210
How many guest ales will there be and which ones will you be starting with?
Reply ID 56211
There will be two guest ale's, which one's would you like to see Sarah?
Reply ID 56212
Perhaps you can explain exactly why cleaning the lines after every keg is a good thing? Im not having a go - I just dont buy the way this is being sold. In fact, doesnt this mean the first pint tastes dreadful each time? Some could assume that... I've had a few pints in the past which were awful, and I assumed it was the cleaning fluid which caused the terrible taste. ( not at the WH i might add )
Reply ID 56232
Hhmmm, there is the obvious choice, from the Brewery that was named after me a Sarah Hughes Beer would be great. Preferably not the Dark Ruby Mild. At 6% abv this would probably cause carnage.... Good luck with the reopening. I will definitely be in at some point! [:D]
Reply ID 56235
quote:sorry i'm not sarah but is the red squirrel brewery still going? like their stuff[:p]
Originally posted by White Horse
There will be two guest ale's, which one's would you like to see Sarah?
Reply ID 56237
Please keep the Adnams bitter as a regular guest beer!
Reply ID 56240
Harviestoun Bitter & Twisted get's my vote
Reply ID 56241
Hi All, Thank you for your comments and suggestions which I will now try to respond to!!! Codek2 - According to Nigel, every cask has sediment in it which is likely to be pulled into the line at the end of the cask, which could taint future pints if not removed fully. Once the cleaning agent turners purple, it is left to sit in the line for about 20 mins to complete it's cleaning. The line is subsequent flushed with water to remove any possibility of a taste in your pint. Not only is this 'best practice', but in 30 years of doing this, Nigel has yet to receive a single complaint about cleaning fluid in his beer! Sarah - Sounds like a wonderful beer we'll have to look into it!!! The two guest beers at the mo are Deuchars IPA: “Deuchars IPA is a fabulous beer. A brilliant blend of malt and hop character and above all a drink with enormous drinkability.” Roger Protz, Editor of the Good Beer Guide And Butcome Bitter "COMMENTS: A notably bitter beer…amber in colour, clean tasting, refreshingly dry and distinctive. Made with 100% English malts together with a blend of traditional English hop varieties." Wingnut - I believe the Red Squirrel brewery is still going strong, it's one we've already talked about getting in in the future, so watch this space!! Doog - Fret not sir, Adnams is and will always be part of our 'staple diet'!! Phew!! Hope that helps, as you can imagine, we are going to be EXTREMELY busy for the next few days, so if I don't get back to any other comments for a while, I sincerly apologise in advance!! It would also be great to recieve some feedback (good or bad, we can take it!!) once you have visited over the weekend. Cheers to all!!!! TWH
Reply ID 56242
I am worried that The White Horse has gone from curmudgeonly to the perky end of the spectrum. I don't really do perky.
Reply ID 56243
Will you be making delights such as Muriel's pickled eggs available again? And is there a celebration Beer Festival planned at some stage? Looking forward to tomorrow night and hope to see the usual faces both in front and behind the bar. ps - Had a pint of Adnam's Old Ale recently as a change from the Broadside and can recommend this as a winter beer; lovely dark colour and malt flavour.
Reply ID 56244
quote:Can't win on here can i???? Don't worry, Nigel is still his beligerent old self and there will be no staff changes or additions at all. Everything is still the same, just a little better.
Originally posted by nora batty
I am worried that The White Horse has gone from curmudgeonly to the perky end of the spectrum. I don't really do perky.
Reply ID 56251
lol you're half right there "white horse", this forum is extremely tough! dont take it personally, thats just how it is here! Thanks for explaining about cleaning the lines. Dan
Reply ID 56252
quote:Just as long as the bar staff don't tell me to "Have a nice day" when they hand over my Campari and soda.
Originally posted by White Horsequote:Can't win on here can i???? Don't worry, Nigel is still his beligerent old self and there will be no staff changes or additions at all. Everything is still the same, just a little better.
Originally posted by nora batty
I am worried that The White Horse has gone from curmudgeonly to the perky end of the spectrum. I don't really do perky.
Reply ID 56255
quote:I believe that would be 'gross misconduct' and would result in sacking on the spot...........
Originally posted by nora battyquote:Just as long as the bar staff don't tell me to "Have a nice day" when they hand over my Campari and soda.
Originally posted by White Horsequote:Can't win on here can i???? Don't worry, Nigel is still his beligerent old self and there will be no staff changes or additions at all. Everything is still the same, just a little better.
Originally posted by nora batty
I am worried that The White Horse has gone from curmudgeonly to the perky end of the spectrum. I don't really do perky.
Reply ID 56256
quote:And i've just been informed that THW doesn't, and never has, sold Campari, so I hope we're talking about the same White Horse here........
Originally posted by nora battyquote:Just as long as the bar staff don't tell me to "Have a nice day" when they hand over my Campari and soda.
Originally posted by White Horsequote:Can't win on here can i???? Don't worry, Nigel is still his beligerent old self and there will be no staff changes or additions at all. Everything is still the same, just a little better.
Originally posted by nora batty
I am worried that The White Horse has gone from curmudgeonly to the perky end of the spectrum. I don't really do perky.
Reply ID 56259
i'd like to see St. Austell's HSD as a Guest ale. They had it in the Barge a few weeks back. Lovely drop.
Reply ID 56296
It's an interesting concept - managing future demand and stock control through the medium of internet forum. Genius really. While we're at it why don't the White Horse do chateaubriand baguettes? And another thing, I don't like pickled eggs. And why don't you send a taxi to pick me up about 5 o'clock every day? (ps I might need a fluffy pillow when I fall asleep in the back staircase).
Reply ID 56298
You did know there was a back staircase didn't you? Oh my God what have I done.....
Reply ID 56299
quote:The staircase remains, though what was left of the carpet that used to adorn it was auctioned off tonight for charity. [:D] Ah well, if you don't like the eggs you can always enjoy the twiglets. Great "re-opening" night - the WH was packed out and lots of familiar faces everywhere.
Originally posted by Herbert Lemons
You did know there was a back staircase didn't you? Oh my God what have I done.....
Reply ID 56302
T'was indeed packed. And I am now the proud owner of a piece of WH stair carpet. What the bu**ery bo**ocks is all that about?!
Reply ID 56303
Can you all keep some of some of the structure before I get back (I heard a rumour in darkest Dorset that someone has auctioned Professor Jones ...) Hope it all went well tonite.... Oh well.. To Implausibility & Beyond…
Reply ID 56306
To reflect the "change of management" at The White Horse, would someone like to create a new thread. Many Thanks. [:)]