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The Duke of York, Cowes
Cowes
PO31 7BT
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Blue Scrumpy left this review about The Duke of York
Prominent pub/hotel that now appears in the Good Beer Guide. A CAMRA discount is offered, but I'm not sure if it's only on pints or not, as I didn't ask.
A dog friendly pub, with a fairly cramped layout. There is plenty of nautical memorabilia. We sat next to diagrams of the Royal Yacht Britannia, whilst there are fishing nets and various boat parts on the ceiling.
Timothy Taylor Landlord is the regular beer. Although, I noticed a good array of pumpclips next to the bar. I assume they were beers that had been either on recently or were coming soon. Guests on this visit were Yates' Islander & Greene King Coronation Ale. There was also a box of Weston's Old Rosie cider at the back of the bar.
On 7th May 2023
- rating: 6
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Graham Coombs left this review about The Duke of York
A curious beast, halfway between a locals' and a tourists' pub - the sort that offers cheap breakfasts. The slightly dark interior is tricked out with a lot of nautical clutter and there are various outdoor areas at the front, side and lower level, none of which are especially scenic but do offer a bit of air. Ales were Islander, Ghost Ship and Proper Job - condition good - and food appeared to be home made and quite popular.
On 22nd September 2020
- rating: 7
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E TA left this review about Duke Of York
A good town pub at the end of the busy high street area. There is a single L-shaped bar area in this Victorian building, plus a restaurant area behind. The bar is shabby and worn, but in a good, welcoming way, and the collection of nauticalia adorning he walls makes it feel strangely homely. There is WiFi, and dogs are welcomed and offered water and treats. There is a mix of furniture styles, the nicest of which is a collection of very comfortable sofas at the front end. The locals were voluble but friendly while the staff were very hospitable and helpful, although when we asked about CAMRA discount, they didn’t seem to grasp the concept. Three ales and 2 ciders on, I had a pint of Goddards Fuggledeedum which was in good condition but not the best I've had. When all the other bars in the high street are packed, this makes for a very pleasant retreat and somewhere good to enjoy a pint. I would be happy to come back here anytime.
On 20th August 2015
- rating: 7
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Ryde St Johns Road, 8.09 miles, 2 hr 43 min walk (show)
Ryde Pier Head, 8.3 miles, 2 hr 48 min walk (show)
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- Accommodation : Yes last updated 03 June 2011 by hondo .
- Beer Festivals : No last updated 03 July 2014 by ROB Camra
- Beer Garden : Yes last updated 03 July 2014 by ROB Camra
- CAMRA Discount : No - Staff no longer offer this. - last updated 13 July 2015 by E TA
- Car Park : Yes last updated 03 July 2014 by ROB Camra
- Child Friendly : Yes last updated 03 July 2014 by ROB Camra
- Dog Friendly : Yes last updated 03 July 2014 by ROB Camra
- Hot Food : Yes last updated 03 June 2011 by hondo .
- Live Music : No last updated 03 July 2014 by ROB Camra
- Live TV Sports : No last updated 03 July 2014 by ROB Camra
- Micropub : No last updated 13 July 2015 by E TA
- Real Ale : Yes last updated 03 July 2014 by ROB Camra
- Real Cider : Yes last updated 03 July 2014 by ROB Camra
- Wheelchair Access : Yes last updated 03 July 2014 by ROB Camra
- WiFi : Yes last updated 03 July 2014 by ROB Camra
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