The Antelope, High Wycombe

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An 18th Century town pub which is surprisingly pleasant inside, albeit somewhat Spartan as described below. There is a large paved garden at the side which has two or three covered areas. The volume of the music was excessive given that there weren’t many people in, but the staff were friendly and the TV was showing something other than football which made a pleasant change. The handpumps are in the small front bar, but only one of them was dispensing – Rebellion had just gone off as we arrived, so we made do with Pride, which was in fair condition. I’d be happy to come back for a pint or two in future and I’d include in a town crawl.

Town centre pub in a slightly tucked-away location between the Cornmarket and the church. Looks traditional enough from the street, and the smaller front bar has an alehouse-type section with a bit of a lounge to the side. However, the main bar to the rear has been stripped right out with very little furniture and decor. Another room further back is even sparser, and looks like it's used for live music. Also has a large patio beer garden to one side. Just Marlow Rebellion IPA (£3.50, in good form, and served in the right glass) from the pair of handpumps, with a reversed Pride clip on the other.