The Hope, Carshalton

Happy to keep the general 9/10 theme going here, well described many times below, its a classic traditional pub with the bonus of excellent ale choice as well as being in top condition, on today were Mad Squirrel London Porter and Mr Squirrel,Arbour Oz Bomb,Kent Abandon Hope,Downton New Forest. Weird Beard Dark Hopfler and W&E Knights of the Garter. Craft keg is also in abundance, I succumbed to The Kernel IPA. The top pub in Carshalton by a very long stretch.

Attractive, multi-CAMRA-award-winning pub with seating around three sides of the central bar area. There is then another two-part room at the back and a covered patio to the rear. Despite being in the depths of suburbia, the traditional furniture and decor give the impression of a village inn. The six handpumps can be found at the left - hand end of the counter, and from the excellent selection in a variety of styles the Crouch Vale (£3.40) was doing particularly good business.

Rather dated 60,s interior and mishmash of rooms added on surprised me as its a top rated pub.Must be the beer and as it was the regular end of month beer fest there were plenty to choose from.Great condition on stillage and handpumps.Very busy and nice to see a good range of ages enjoying the beer.Friendly pub.