The Geese & Fountain, Grantham

Of immediate note above the entrance is the unique and ornate signage. A quiet pub, with a lounge room off the left with a 90 degree angle bar off to the right which was set up for dining, plus a darts alcove. Traditional décor combo of red pub carpet and wood flooring with some pew seating and off-white walls, though there felt like a faint air of shabbiness, allied with just a hint of a damp smell and a bit on the chilly side as well. Five ales on, Hart Columbus Pale and Winter Red, Lincoln Green Brrr (good nick), Nobby's Plum Porter (good nick) and Dancing Duck Dark Drake (fine). Lots of interesting kegs (including some locally brewed lager), proper ciders and a huge beer menu – it’s a connoisseurs paradise. Friendly service. We ate here and the menu uses mainly local produce and the food was fine. A good little beer stop but the pub itself could do with a little more homeliness. 7.5

Official site of The Geese and Fountain - www.thegeeseandfountain.co.uk

Official site of The Geese and Fountain - www.thegeeseandfountain.co.uk