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The Draughtsman Alehouse, Doncaster
Doncaster
DN1 1PE
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Thuck Phat left this review about The Draughtsman Alehouse
The Draughtsman is so called because a local architect who used the station regularly was very keen that the room now housing the pub be converted as long ago as the seventies. A fitting tribute to a noble aim.
It has been beautifully done with the lovely green original tiles painstakingly exposed by removing layers of paint and then polishing them up to their current condition, high ceiling, marble fireplace and chunky wood floor, bar and fittings. A chat with the governor's delightful mother, who was thoroughly enjoying her Plum Porter, revealed that a huge amount of work had gone into the refurbishment and that upon opening a steam train, the Flying Scotsmen I think, came through and blew it's whistle as the doors were opened. A lovely gesture and one which I hope bodes well for The Draughtsman.
It's a small space but has been cleverly designed making the very best of what's there and helped by a small, well defined, seating area on the platform.
The three handpumps offered J & K Maid Marian, Titanic Plum Porter and Hilltop American Pale Ale, the latter two of which were in great shape. That's a good selection for only three offers and is supplemented by 5 keg taps to the left behind the bar with all choices listed on a blackboard at the back of the bar.
In addition to train travellers it's also attracting custom from town and does now get busy on Friday and Saturday evenings.
The first place I'd head to in Donny whether arriving by train or not.
On 6th June 2017
- rating: 9
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Bucking Fastard left this review about The Draughtsman Alehouse
Beautifully restored square room which has been converted to a very good micro pub.The magnificent internal glazed tiling has been exposed by removing layers of paint,and the marble fireplace now houses a log burner.The bar is in solid wood ,as it the flooring while there is a banquette in one corner,with high stools with drinking ledges along one wall.Pictures of the work of a draughtman decorate the walls.There are some external tables but you cant take a glass out there ,and will be politely served in plastic if you want to go outside.
There are three handpumps and 5 keg taps,along with wine and spirits,while sandwiches and snacks are available.On my trip both Titanic Plum Porter and Hilltop IPA were on great form,with another ale settling.The guv'nor is an ale fanatic so expect some very well chosen real ale options,and he is helped out by other family members.
It really deserves to succeed ,and with no ticket barriers at Doncaster station,local drinkers pop along to Platform 3B .Worth missing your train for,and it should be included on any real ale tour of the town .It's a micro version of The Sheffield Tap,and worthy of a visit for both the interior and the ale.I will be back.
On 26th May 2017
- rating: 9
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