The Tramway Hotel

We've been here a few times over the last couple of years, mainly for pool or darts, and service has been good. It's also an easy walk from home, so my rating reflects those earlier visits. We came today because they advertised Sky Sports and TNT Sports and wanted to watch the FA Cup semi final. Things were good for the first 90 minutes, and we were already talking about coming back for more matches instead of driving across town to another pub. But with eight minutes of added time still to play, the landlord started a game of pool right in front of us and spoiled the finish. He could have waited those eight minutes. We probably won't come back to watch football.

There were more than ten of us in for a beer. The bar lady was great, but after the landlord served us, his attitude was so bad that we all wanted to leave. You only get one first impression. Of the 11 pubs we visited that day, this was the worst. That's saying something.

I almost don't want to write this review, because once I do, I might never get a table there again! We found the place through a flyer at the post office. We've lived here just over two years and hadn't known about it, so I suggested giving it a try, thinking we could simply not return if it was terrible. Our first meal was amazing, with home-cooked food, plenty of choice and homemade desserts. We went back a few days later and it was still superb, then returned for the Valentines special menu. Everything was beautifully cooked and presented. Our first visit was about three weeks ago, and we've already been three times. Tonight will be our fourth. As a vegetarian, I'm glad there are so many choices. I've run a top restaurant and I'm a very good cook, so I know a little about food. What a find. Diana and John.

The landlord is awful and doesn't deserve any custom. The rooms are basic and dirty, and the pub is always shut. Stay away. There are plenty of nice, friendly, clean places nearby. Don't waste your money here. 0/10.