The Wellington, Waterloo, SE1

Large pub with beers from Marstons range and Brakspears. Can get very busy and noisy - popular with young.

This is the sort of place I wouldn't mind going if I fancied a quick pint before jumping on the train, but I wouldn't want to stay all evening. The staff were not the friendliest bunch and the pub lacked some atmosphere, which maybe due to its size. They show Sky Sports and Setanta on the many plasma screens dotted around the pub so maybe it is better when a match is on. During my visit Burton Bitter, Old Empire, Pedigree, Oxford Gold and Brakspear were all available. There was also a large selection of standard lagers along with Hoegarden and Staropramen. The Oxford Gold was on good form. Unsurprisingly there is a Napoleonic theme running through the pub with a large mural on the arched ceiling at the rear of the pub which is worth a quick look. As I said before, ok for a quick pint or two.

Large pub opposite Waterloo station. Pictures of Duke of Wellington adorned the walls and the ceilings. Has two bars with wood panelling in the centre area. Rooms available.