Tattershall Castle, SW1

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Bucking Fastard left this review about Tattershall Castle

A fine old craft that used to be a paddle steamer foot passenger ferry across the Humber Estuary before the Humber Bridge was built in the 70's.It's been a London landmark for many years.The upper deck is used for external drinking and is serviced by two bars in shacks offering keg beer only.However descent to the Wardroom level where the bar is in the bows to the right.There is a lot of wood panelling here,a small upright piano,carpeting and large plate glass windows giving excellent river views .Descent another flight of steps to discover a darker hold with seating booths and a very small additional bar.Two corridors lead from the Ward Room to a rear State Room which is a restaurant or can be hired and looks very plush.Framed photos on the way explain the history of this craft.Pub grub style food is available if you can find a free table,many of which will have timed reservations.
The bar does sport two handpumps but on ordering I was told both the Hobgoblin and Doom Bar were unavailable yet the clips were not reversed,very bad practice.This left some dull mainsteam keg lager and beer ,I did not investigate the bottle options due to copious bar blockers.
Poor for beer but interesting to have a look over,the transient tourist customer base maybe another negative that you may have to bear with.

On 5^th May 2019 - rating: 5
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