The Punchbowl & Ladle, Penelewey, Truro

This is a rather nice thatched pub with a number of different seating areas inside. Ceilings are low and there is plenty of character to the pub. Rugs are scattered around the floors to make it a little cosier, whilst there are plenty of old pictures and knick knacks, including a large model ship to keep you interested. An impressive range of pumpclips behind the bar belied the poor real ale selection. The inevitable Tribute & Proper Job were on, alongside 6X & London Pride. The Pride seemed to go whilst I was there, whilst one local seemed particularly impressed with the presence of 6X, which suggests that the range doesn't get much more exciting than this nowadays. Not tempted by any of the cask ales, I chose a soft drink and was just handed the wrong side of a card reader to swipe without being told the price. I have since established that it was £3.50 for a small bottle. Rip off prices do seem to extend to Cornwall. No wonder the landlord didn't want me to see how much he was charging me. I think I may have to start resorting to cash again to put an end to such shoddy practices. If you're eating, this may be the place for you. If drinking, the environment is nice enough, but the beer selection does not warrant a return visit.