The Spyglass Inn, Ventnor

From the outside the model of a pirate with a stuffed parrott ,and an unexceptional exterior might lead to the conclusion this is a seaside rip off venue,but proceed inside into a real classic.It's only been a pub for 25 years,but the owners have lovingly recreated a sea shore pub with the use of real flag stones,wooden furniture,wood panelling and a low ceiling .The interior is divided into many small sections while the walls are decorated with model ships in bottles,nautical paintings,oars hanging from the ceiling,a real fire and an interior which is dark, a little cramped yet most welcoming.The bar is in it's own section to the rear with bench seating around.The sections to the front have wonderful views over the sea several meters below.In rough conditions ,there is a wonderful cosy feel once inside. The food is generous in size and very well cooked featuring a lot of local catch while the four handpumps dispense two from Goddards and two from Ringwood.Over two visits I had well kept Goddards Scrumdiggity,Fuggle-Dee-Dum and Winter Warmer together with Ringwoods 49er.Beer prices not cheap (around £3.40) but worth paying the price for the atmosphere.A mystery why it's not in the GBG. By far the best pub I found in Ventnor and should not be missed when in the locality.