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A Shepherd Neame pub just off Blackfriars Road, in Borough.

Despite being an imposing building, inside this is a fairly small and cosy pub, with a few tables on a raised area the back, and more down the front, the bar being in the middle. There's some seating outside in a small beer garden area as well.

Service is friendly, and the clientele seem to be mostly regulars, so the atmosphere inside is jovial. It turns out to be an especially good respite from the coldness of winter, and on Ewan's Tuesday evening visit the place wasn't too busy, probably due to its slightly out-of-the-way location.

There are a few handpulls, which in October 2008 had Spitfire (£3/pint) and Kent's Best, perfectly well-kept as you'd expect. There's no sign of food being available, though.(There may now be food available - April 2010 - bob)

Bookable function room upstairs can seat 30.

See also:

• Beer In The Evening comments
• Fancyapint review