The Three Compasses, E8

Located in quite a run down area, the traditional post-mounted pub sign is rather more obvious than the building itself (which is set back from the road by a front patio). Dark interior with red paintwork, traditional furniture and a distinctly old-looking carpet. Loud-ish music and a yound clientele, but retaining a darts board and table football. Doorman on a Friday night, despite being some distance from the nearest busy high street. Slightly surprisingly, two of the three handpumps were working, offering Crouch Vale Brewers Gold and the local London Fields Hackney Hopster (£3.60).