The 21st Century Pub

The pub, with origins going back several hundred years, is under threat as never before. Several reasons have been identified, most notably the availability of cheap (but often inferior) booze in supermarkets, tenancy restrictions and high rents imposed on landlords by the pub owners, and the smoking ban. Sadly, until the government recognizes that these little buildings scattered throughout the country are not only an irreplaceable community focus but also a major tourist magnet, unique to the British Isles and Ireland and contributing significantly to our national wealth, we are in danger of losing them forever.

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Yes, turn your computer off now and go straight to the pub.




Sunday 29 July 2012

The Victoria Inn, Durham


County Durham

For many people the name County Durham conjures up images of coal heaps, heavy industry, dirt and grime. This was never the complete picture. County Durham is also a county of agriculture and sea fishing, wonderful denes, moors and waterfalls and the magnificent Durham cathedral and castle and the jewel in the crown, the Victoria Inn in Durham City!

The Victoria comprises three separate rooms and is generally regarded as having one of the best-preserved pub interiors in the country.


The main bar which always has a good selection of well-kept real ale


The out-licence serving area behind the glass and wood partition.


The Victoria also has an excellent selection of malt whisky.


The Victoria's main bar and fireplace


The Victoria'a second bar

Fireplace in the second bar


The select bar with marble fireplace


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