The Boot & Shoe Inn, York

A nice, very traditional pub in typical Sam Smith's style, wonderfully dated and immaculately kept. There are two bars, with not a lot to choose between them, although I suspect the smaller side was once the public - both feature aged upholstery, peripheral benches, Britannia tables, lots of brasses and polished woodwork. The newest feature in the pub is probably the brick-faced bar counter, which I would guess dates from the 1980s. Note a little display marking the nearby battle of Marston Moor. Outside, there are some rustic tables in the car park and a grassed area beyond. Just OBB on draught, of course, but in very fine condition. Mr Humphrey might take his 'lack of modern distractions' a bit far, but it does make this a very pleasant, relaxing pub.