Designed by A E Cogswell and built in 1900 for the Pike Spicer brewery on what was once Mermaid Field (Mermaid being a corruption of the words mere mead - a water meadow), this pub features an ornate cast-iron canopy over the entrance doors. Inside, the layout of the pub is remarkably unchanged, with a large public bar at the front, and a smaller, more intimate, lounge bar to the rear. Both have recently been given a sympathetic refurbishment, which has thankfully done nothing to compromise the integrity of the pub's interior. The public bar is well appointed, with darts, pool, a jukebox and television on offer. A meat raffle is held each weekend. A number of sporting trophies are displayed around the pub. In the lounge bar stands a bar billiards table as well as a second dart board. Outside is a sizeable, secluded beer garden.
Great atmosphere for a traditional English pub. Darts available
Busy seems ok place to have a drink but difficult to strike up conversation if you not a regular which I understand... But in my opinion a nice place for a drink. Can get a bit cramped. So maybe not ideal for a date etc ..
What a super pub/hotel. We booked one night only fearing lack of entertainment in the area , but totally wrong and wished we had stayed 2 nights. Rye has loads to offer in way of different individual shops. The venues to eat are enormous..around every corner something for everyone. The rooms are unique and sufficiently up to date as much as possible bearing in mind the age of the surroundings. Wow the breakfast ! Fantastic let me tell you. With a limited amount of space they certainly make the most of it. Varied menu means all ages and people types can be satisfied here. The Restaurant Manager held all aspects together and every wish is met with calm expertise. Thanks you will see us again.
Great experience and wonderful staff. They had pool table, darts and music selection. Highly recommended.
Popped in on a Sunday afternoon. Asked for a dry rose, was offered zinfandel which is sweet. Ordered 2 rum and cokes, the mixer was diet so tasted gross. Will try again in the summer as the garden looks really nice.
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Fratton, Portsmouth, PO2