The Man in the Wall (JD Wetherspoon), Wimborne

Brand new JDW, a conversion of the former Conservative Club that still has echoes of it's former self, all dark 'old oak' type furnishings. That said, the interior is very smart and somewhat imposing, with umpteen self-contained seating areas. All the usual JDW food and drink options. Thre are eight, I think, real ale pumps with a wide, if a little unimaginative, choice. I had a pint of Jennings Snecklifter, the pump clip was a welcome sight as it's one of my favourites, the beer itself was a bit of a disappointment, close to the end would be my guess. It was only a short visit, just to check the place out and there is no way I will rate it at present. But, I will,as the man said, be back, so I'll give it a go later A tip for those arriving by car, although there is a small, somewhat awkward carpark there is no direct access to the pub except for the disabled, and you are still faced with a walk to pub itself. Better by far to use the public carpark about 300 or so yards away.

The Man in the Wall pages at the JD Wetherspoon site - www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk