the Retreat Hotel in Sydney Road. Never in a million years would I thought I could be so happy to see something reopen. Not only reopen but to see people sitting out the front. Plus the added bonus that the pub, being dog friendly, had a few animals out the front today, ready for a friendly scrub behind the ear.
Before the closure, I used to walk past on a Saturday afternoon and not only comfort the dogs outside but have a chat with their owners and friends. The pub exhibited a real sense of community. Then there is the added bonus of the courtyard behind. Apparently it is the oldest building in the area. Certainly one of the most inviting.
If this comes across as a shameless plug - I don't care. The place is all that and more.
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