The Warwick Castle, W9

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A revisit to this 1* CAMRA Heritage pub and regular GBG entry. Ram-packed though no obvious changes from previous, maybe bar a lick of paint. Had to get some annoying codger locals to stop using the only spare table as their personal cloakroom. Three (I think) cask available with a fairly unimaginative selection, my TT Landlord was fine though I’ve had it much better (NBSS 3). It’s a classic 7.

October 2014
Long-overdue revisit found three on, a not particularly imaginative line-up of GK IPA, Doom Bar and, thankfully, Truman’s Swift (in very good nick) at prices far more realistic than the rip-off merchants up the road at the Alfred. Interior remains as described below – CAMRA heritage-listed and well-worth a quick Bakerloo detour to sample. Rated 7

June 2009
Popped in for a beer on the way to Wembley Arena to catch the might that is Girls Aloud live. This is a lovely backstreet boozer a short walk away from the tube but just far enough away not to attract the dregs (not that appear to be too many in this area, mind you). The interior is set over two rooms via a lobby which sport lots of Victorian period features, stained glass panels, leaded windows and wood-heavy. There’s an open fire for the colder weather plus a selection of old-skool board games such as draughts and chess. A decent selection of three ales on my visit – my two (Doombar and Adnams) were kept well and I enjoyed them. One downside is the unisex loo – not great in this day and age, could imagine the ladies not being happy to do their business in there on a busier night. Overall, I’d recommend it and would say it’s worth the 5 minute diversion on the Bakerloo if you’re at Paddington with a bit of time to kill. Especially recommended if you’re off to Wembley and fancy a proper beer in decent surroundings beforehand. Rated 7

On 22^nd January 2024 - rating: 7
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