The Royal Standard, Derby

A modernised interior – maybe too much so for my tastes – all very light, open and airy though the building itself is a very pleasing piece of architecture, especially the curved apex end. There does seem to be a trend towards newer brewery taps being gastro-lite but given the pub was long-shut I suppose it’s better this than that! Anyway, a selection of the Derby Brewery beers were available in good shape as well as guests over 10 handpumps. There is apparently an ale and cheese tasting tray for the Derby beers but I failed to spot this in operation. Not enough personality for me to put it on the priority list for the next Derby visit but a decent stop nonetheless.

Situated on the banks of the river Derwent and dates from 1862. This superb refurbished Victorian pub is well worth a visit especially the Derby brewery beers, which were all very moorish. One of my fav on the day was a ruby ale called Double Mash. Will defo return.