The Grand Assembly (JD Wetherspoon), Marlow

Newish (2024) 'spoons, and despite some snooty locals thinking that this upmarket town didn't want or need such a place, it seems to be doing fine. Don't be misled by the relatively narrow frontage, as it extends back a long way and there is plenty of space in the bar and seating / dining areas at each end. All given a traditional look, with plenty of rowing memorabilia as you would expect. Good selection from the two banks of six handpumps, including the seasonal Exmas from Exmoor, Titanic Advent Ale and Holbeck's Santa Baby (£2.59) plus Jem's Stout from Great Newsome, a couple of ciders and the usual trio of Greene King IPA, Doom Bar and Abbot.