NorthamSteve Posted 2 February, 2011 Posted 2 February, 2011 Discuss...... please. I'm going I want to know where I will a) not get into a 'tastey' situation and b) have a few drinks with you lot.
um pahars Posted 2 February, 2011 Posted 2 February, 2011 Can I add a postscript of "also where kids are allowed/tolerated!!!". CHEERS
Griffo Posted 2 February, 2011 Posted 2 February, 2011 Michael Howard a visiting Reading Supporter informs me; 'The Cherry Tree pub on Oundle Rd is quite popular with away fans. Although small it is a friendly pub. It costs £2 to park in their car park but you get £2 off a beer if you present the parking ticket at the bar'. Alun Thomas a visiting Wrexham supporter adds; 'We found a better bet than the Cherry Tree was the Palmerston Arms. It is away fan friendly and has around 10 real ales on on offer. This pub is situated around 100 yards further along Oundle Road on the opposite side'. Whilst Gordon Pearson recommends the Peacock, which can be found 'as you come over the River Nene, proceed down London Road past the ground on the left and the pub is situated on the right at the traffic lights next to a KFC drive through'. Near to the ground is Charters, which is certainly worth a visit. This former Dutch barge, is moored on the River Nene, just a few minutes walk away from London Road, on the left hand side of the bridge, going towards the town centre. Upstairs is a Chinese restaurant, but downstairs there is a bar, which had on my last visit 12 real ales on tap. It was friendly enough and fans were able to take their drinks out onto the river bank, which makes it quite pleasant, when the weather is good. Alternatively, the ground is in walking distance (10 minutes) of the town centre (which is very pleasant and complete with a cathedral) where there are plenty of good pubs to be found. If you are arriving by train then the Brewery Tap near to the station on Westgate, is worth a visit. The home of Oakham Ales, this spacious bar serves good beer, Thai food and allows you views into the brewery itself.
NorthamSteve Posted 2 February, 2011 Author Posted 2 February, 2011 Griffo, I read that. There are a few problems in that, at least 1 of the pubs on there doesn't exist anymore and that I want to know where people are going......
Griffo Posted 2 February, 2011 Posted 2 February, 2011 Griffo, I read that. There are a few problems in that, at least 1 of the pubs on there doesn't exist anymore and that I want to know where people are going...... Wasn't specifically aimed at you, I was just putting it in for anyone else. Palmerston Arms seems as if it'll be the most popular.
dune Posted 2 February, 2011 Posted 2 February, 2011 If you're driving in and wish to stop outside of Peterborough in a nice village pub then get on the A47 at Wansford and turn off to Ailsworth and Castor (it's the old A47). These are two lovely thatched villages with 3 or 4 country pubs.
NorthamSteve Posted 2 February, 2011 Author Posted 2 February, 2011 If you're driving in and wish to stop outside of Peterborough in a nice village pub then get on the A47 at Wansford and turn off to Ailsworth and Castor (it's the old A47). These are two lovely thatched villages with 3 or 4 country pubs. That sounds great, but I'm on the train.
dellboypete Posted 2 February, 2011 Posted 2 February, 2011 Michael Howard a visiting Reading Supporter informs me; 'The Cherry Tree pub on Oundle Rd is quite popular with away fans. Although small it is a friendly pub. It costs £2 to park in their car park but you get £2 off a beer if you present the parking ticket at the bar'. Alun Thomas a visiting Wrexham supporter adds; 'We found a better bet than the Cherry Tree was the Palmerston Arms. It is away fan friendly and has around 10 real ales on on offer. This pub is situated around 100 yards further along Oundle Road on the opposite side'. Whilst Gordon Pearson recommends the Peacock, which can be found 'as you come over the River Nene, proceed down London Road past the ground on the left and the pub is situated on the right at the traffic lights next to a KFC drive through'. Near to the ground is Charters, which is certainly worth a visit. This former Dutch barge, is moored on the River Nene, just a few minutes walk away from London Road, on the left hand side of the bridge, going towards the town centre. Upstairs is a Chinese restaurant, but downstairs there is a bar, which had on my last visit 12 real ales on tap. It was friendly enough and fans were able to take their drinks out onto the river bank, which makes it quite pleasant, when the weather is good. Alternatively, the ground is in walking distance (10 minutes) of the town centre (which is very pleasant and complete with a cathedral) where there are plenty of good pubs to be found. If you are arriving by train then the Brewery Tap near to the station on Westgate, is worth a visit. The home of Oakham Ales, this spacious bar serves good beer, Thai food and allows you views into the brewery itself. Thanks - A perfect summary. But could be tricky getting to the game after this lot!
ericofarabia Posted 2 February, 2011 Posted 2 February, 2011 Thanks - A perfect summary. But could be tricky getting to the game after this lot! Do I miss away games or what I reckon a visit to a few of those places will leave people leaving the ground later not knowing what the final score was as we win by the odd goal in eleven!!!
jjsaint Posted 2 February, 2011 Posted 2 February, 2011 God I wish I was going to this one. Peterborough's a fantastic town to drink especially for real ales, and cheap as well. Griffo is spot on about Charters and the Brewery Tap.
Griffo Posted 2 February, 2011 Posted 2 February, 2011 God I wish I was going to this one. Peterborough's a fantastic town to drink especially for real ales, and cheap as well. Griffo is spot on about Charters and the Brewery Tap. I only copied it off Football Ground Guide!
red&white56 Posted 2 February, 2011 Posted 2 February, 2011 Griffo, I read that. There are a few problems in that, at least 1 of the pubs on there doesn't exist anymore and that I want to know where people are going...... I'm also on the train and plan to start in the Brewery Tap, looking at it's web-site it looks OK, not a rough-house, and it has several real ales.
dune Posted 2 February, 2011 Posted 2 February, 2011 God I wish I was going to this one. Peterborough's a fantastic town to drink especially for real ales, and cheap as well. Griffo is spot on about Charters and the Brewery Tap. I wouldn't say Peterborough is a fantastic town to drink in tbh - it's crap and pubs are few and far between in the centre. Good for shopping though.
NorthamSteve Posted 2 February, 2011 Author Posted 2 February, 2011 Good for shopping? Am I on the right forum? Aren't all cities excatly the same for shopping with the exception of London and some of Brighton?
Sour Mash Posted 3 February, 2011 Posted 3 February, 2011 Some of the info is a bit out of date on here, but I tend to have a look at this site before away trips, found the info to be useful throughout the season http://www.footballandrealaleguide.co.uk/
NorthamSteve Posted 3 February, 2011 Author Posted 3 February, 2011 Consensus of opinion is Palmerston Arms? Nope I think the brewery tap, right next to the station.
NorthamSteve Posted 3 February, 2011 Author Posted 3 February, 2011 Nope I think the brewery tap, right next to the station. ~This might be the same place actually
popyto Posted 3 February, 2011 Posted 3 February, 2011 charters for starters is a good shout, opposite the stadium large beer garden outside, and the novelty of a barge PUB good for those that like thier real ales. Its just across from the stadium and not to far from town. other than that Palmerston Arms is ok kind of inbetween station and stadium, and brewery tap not bad for a bit of grub pre game.
NorthamSteve Posted 3 February, 2011 Author Posted 3 February, 2011 in fact having looked at the two. I might head for the Palmerston popping into the Cherry tree on the way.
saints triumph Posted 3 February, 2011 Posted 3 February, 2011 Me and 5 others will be in the charter pub/barge having a few beers and a chinky.
CitySaint Posted 3 February, 2011 Posted 3 February, 2011 Nope I think the brewery tap, right next to the station. OK good as coming in from kings cross for 14.46, next to the station is always good.
NorthamSteve Posted 3 February, 2011 Author Posted 3 February, 2011 OK good as coming in from kings cross for 14.46, next to the station is always good. I'm on the same train as you. I've taken a look at the brewery tap and it looks like a **** bistro. So I'm going to the Cherry Tree or the one next to it....
CitySaint Posted 3 February, 2011 Posted 3 February, 2011 Thanks for the tip off, I'll have a browse on google maps.
Torres Posted 4 February, 2011 Posted 4 February, 2011 I wouldn't say Peterborough is a fantastic town to drink in tbh - it's crap and pubs are few and far between in the centre. And those pubs are mostly crap. Unless you like Yate's, Lloyds and the like
Joe Kirkup Posted 4 February, 2011 Posted 4 February, 2011 Anyone having a few around Kings X before getting the train?
NorthamSteve Posted 4 February, 2011 Author Posted 4 February, 2011 I most probably will be yes. Not going to be in colours though as I plan to go out in London on the way back.
West End Saint Posted 4 February, 2011 Posted 4 February, 2011 We have a spare ticket that can had free of charge for anybody prepared to drive back in our car our fuel any takers ? contact 07885 200203
oldsarum Posted 4 February, 2011 Posted 4 February, 2011 Me and 5 others will be in the charter pub/barge having a few beers and a chinky. Are you having anything to eat while your there ?
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