Eastfield, Eastney, Southsea

An architectural gem as described by Quinno, below, this back street corner Edwardian Grade II listed pub is welcoming, shabby and traditional, all in the same breath. Unusually, there is a sizeable garden though it was empty when we visited. The back bar was closed, the front bar is characterised by battered church pews with stained cushions, worn flooring and friendly banter. In short, a decent local with no pretensions to be anything else. There is a pool table in a side room, dartboard and TV screen (mute) to keep punters entertained. The jukebox was silent, probably a bonus. The pub provides a proper community focus and runs regular meat raffles, Sunday roasts and karaoke nights for those who enjoy such things. Two dry handpumps on the back bar and a single pump on the counter where we were served. The pump was clipped with both Hobgoblin and Sharps clips, and the barmaid insisted the correct one was Hobgoblin. It was, however, Sharps that came out. We didn't argue though as she was pleasant and the price would have been the same. The Sharps was in good condition. Worth including in a crawl, but its main value is as a local.

Fantastic traditional family pub with great ales and a perfect place for your sunday roast