The Fisherman's Rest (Home), Belper

Being situated near a cemetery, the Fisherman's Rest has all the sullen atmosphere of an undertaker's waiting room. The bar staff (presumably the landlord/lady) were functional without any hint of friendliness and probably a little disappointed that we were only there to drink.We did our best and almost enlivened a couple who clearly had run out of things to say to each other sometime in the 1970s. The beer, however, was quite palatable - something hoppy from Banks' and well-kept Pedigree - and the seating was adequate and comfortable. Perhaps this pub has better nights but I doubt we'll be returning to find out..