Cilts/Kilts and Old Pubs

**Derek** · 6th April 12, 08:49 AM

In answer to Guardsman's question about the old pub in the picture I put in my last post, I started going through some more old pictures that I have taken from other interesting watering holes. So I thought I would repost some of them again. They all sell a great sellection of real ales
Yep the pub below is the infamous Blue Anchor. An old smugglers pub that opened its doors in 1380.

Here is a picture of the Skirrid Inn, the oldest pub and most haunted inn in Wales. It dates back to 1306.

And here a bunch of random pictures from some of the places we get to throughout the year on our walks and adventures.

This place did open 5mins after the pic. Its quite a remote pub and a long walk but well worth the visit for real ale and food. They also make their own ice cream and offer goats cheese from their own goats.

**Derek** · 6th April 12, 08:52 AM

Iechyd Da

Derek

**auld argonian** · 6th April 12, 09:04 AM

Nothing like a proper pub/saloon/bar/tavern...the genuine ones have that proper patina that a true connoisseur can always appreciate. The bartender at The Duke here told me that one of his friends is in charge of gathering "antiques" for some of the franchises here in the States that he refers to as "Pub in a box"...built new to look old and decorated with tchachkes to make it look like it's been in the family for generations. Say "yes" to real pubs and "no" to the phoney ones.

Best

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**David Thorpe** · 6th April 12, 10:40 AM

Great pictures, Derek. Thanks for the tour. Look like some great places to visit.

**Kiltboy** · 6th April 12, 10:47 AM

Love the look of a real pub. A great place to relax.
Is that Hamish in front of the Angel?

**Hamish** · 8th April 12, 06:01 PM

A great set of images there Derek - bringing back some very happy memories.

Originally Posted by Kiltboy

Love the look of a real pub. A great place to relax.
Is that Hamish in front of the Angel?

Indeed it is, my friend, and here is a view of part of the interior:.

Here I am playing the part of 'mine host' at The Red Cow .........

And, whilst on the subject, here are Derek and me at the bar in the Tredegar Arms .......

Looking forward to some more of these one fine day, Derek!

Take care,
Ham.

**Derek** · 10th April 12, 01:08 AM

Elaine and myself, Arwyn n Dot and the rest of the gang are looking forward to it too Ham.
Iechyd Da

Derek

**BEEDEE** · 6th April 12, 10:48 AM

8.2 cider brings back some memories of scrumpy.

Brian

**guardsman** · 6th April 12, 10:53 AM

looks like you like the real ales,good choice

**kilted scholar** · 6th April 12, 02:02 PM

Derek: is the second one down on the random selection the Bush at St Hilary, which had a national reputation, and if so was it before or after the fire in 2008?