The Crown, Hastings

The dark brick exterior (with its bold signage) looks slightly out of place along the attractive old buildings along All Saints Road. However, once inside, you find a fine traditional 'L'-shaped layout with black wood panelling. Unusual trophy display cabinets above the bar counter. Pool table to one side. Several bench tables out front. Three Cask Marque ales available from handpump - Hobgoblin, Broadside and Directors (£3.20) when I visited - but these appear to change frequently given the numerous plump clips and beer mats on display.