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The Albion, East Molesey

34 Bridge Road
East Molesey
KT8 9HA
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Ember Inns (Mitchells & Butlers)

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Graham Coombs left this review about The Albion

Once in M&B's Ember Inn brand, this has now been shifted to their Castle group, which seems to cover urban pubs in strategic places. So far as I can tell, this appears to mean the beer and food offerings have been reduced in return for being slightly more like a regular pub. It's a nice old building (Georgian?) with a lot of paned windows and the inside would have been quite woody but everything has been overpainted, mainly in greys and greens. It felt as though it was trying to be a bit upmarket but hadn't quite made it. The ales were also a bit disappointing, with just Tribute, London Pride and TT Landlord on the pumps, except the latter two were off. Entertainments now run to a Wednesday quiz and occasional live music, dogs are permitted and 6 Nations was being advertised, but I didn't spot a dartboard.

On 29th January 2025 - rating: 6
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Blackthorn _ left this review about The Albion

A pleasant looking pub on this very nice high street, alarm bells should have perhaps started to ring on spotting a number of yoof’s loitering around outside smoking, but with limited other options nearby we persevered.

Internally it’s quite traditional with a U-shape layout around the bar counter, a few beams on the low ceiling that had a selection of beer mats affixed to them, a laminate wood floor and a brick fireplace at either end. One of these had a darts board fixed up above it. A TV was mounted up in one corner, but this was not in use on our visit. It had a slightly shabby appearance overall, and certainly gave the impression that it had not seen a paintbrush for quite some time. The main problem though was the clientele who were predominantly young males and talking very loudly and coarsely about topics including c**k sucking. Call me a prude if you like, but that’s not what I want to listen to when I’m out for a quiet drink with the wife.

Perhaps surprisingly, there was a decent selection of beers on the bar and the friendly barman was happy to discuss my preferences and make suggestions. On this occasion they consisted of London Pride, Oakham Inferno, Black Sheep Ember Pale Ale, Hawkshead Windermere Pale Ale and Quartz. Ciders meanwhile were Stowford Press and Aspall’s Suffolk.

On 11th April 2018 - rating: 4
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Ian Mapp left this review about The Albion

Bit rougher around the edges than you would expect for this part of the world.

I liked it.

Very good pint of Exmoor Silver Stallion.

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On 17th July 2016 - rating: 7
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Pub location see interactive map of local area
Map location corrected by Graham Coombs
Hampton Court, 0.16 miles, 3 min walk (show)
Thames Ditton, 1.17 miles, 22 min walk (show)
Hampton (London), 1.89 miles, 36 min walk (show)
Latest updates View all updates for The Albion, East Molesey
29th Jan 2025, 23:43
Review submitted by Graham Coombs amended by Graham Coombs
 
29th Jan 2025, 23:41
Review submitted by Graham Coombs

Pub Details

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  • Accommodation : No last updated 27 March 2020 by ROB Camra
  • Bar Billiards : No last updated 29 January 2025 by Graham Coombs
  • Beer Festivals : No last updated 27 March 2020 by ROB Camra
  • Beer Garden : Yes last updated 27 March 2020 by ROB Camra
  • CAMRA Discount : Yes - 20p per pint - last updated 27 March 2020 by ROB Camra
  • Car Park : No last updated 27 March 2020 by ROB Camra
  • Child Friendly : Yes - Until 9 p.m. - last updated 27 March 2020 by ROB Camra
  • Darts : No last updated 29 January 2025 by Graham Coombs
  • Dog Friendly : Yes last updated 27 March 2020 by ROB Camra
  • Hot Food : Yes last updated 27 March 2020 by ROB Camra
  • Live Music : Yes last updated 29 January 2025 by Graham Coombs
  • Live TV Sports : Yes - major events - last updated 29 January 2025 by Graham Coombs
  • Micropub : No last updated 27 March 2020 by ROB Camra
  • Pinball : No last updated 29 January 2025 by Graham Coombs
  • Pool Table : No last updated 29 January 2025 by Graham Coombs
  • Quiz Night : Yes - Weds - last updated 29 January 2025 by Graham Coombs
  • Real Ale : Yes last updated 27 March 2020 by ROB Camra
  • Real Cider : No last updated 29 January 2025 by Graham Coombs
  • Wheelchair Access : Yes last updated 27 March 2020 by ROB Camra
  • WiFi : Yes last updated 27 March 2020 by ROB Camra
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