Woodlanders, Dorchester

Previously the George and Dragon, Old George and New George, it seems to have settled on The George for now, at any rate. A good town centre pub which hasn’t changed much since Soupie’s review, below, except that there is now some decent beer. The single L-shaped bar has a mix of floor styles which provides a clue as to the original layout, the pool table was in use, and there were some gaming machines contributing to the general din. The jukebox was a bit cacophonous, and there were children roaming the bar, but it felt homely and welcoming. Free WiFi was available, and the staff were pleasant. There is a small paved garden, mostly used by smokers. There was the usual range of megakeg on tap, while behind the bar was a perry, a cider and Doombar on gravity from the cask. There was also quite a good selection of bottled beers. The Doombar was past its best but still quite drinkable. I would be happy to drop in for a swift pint, and I’d include on a crawl.