For long-standing locals to the area, the newly swanked-up interior of the Gate might come as a bit of a surprise. Like many other local pubs, it has gone down the food line but is obviously equally keen to maintain its role as a boozer. The, by now, usual array of beers ('Doombar', 'Landlord') were augmented by a light hoppy 'Ay Up' from the Dancing Duck Brewery in Derby, which went down very well. There was a fourth choice but I've forgotten what it was. Tansley's a village now with three pubs, all quite similar in their offerings (well, the Royal Oak is less of a boozer), so a good spot for an evening's drinking.
The club's 2013 Christmas walk gallantly ambled here, on a scenic sunny morning, for a well earned lunch. Once again a good selection of well kept beers and pleasant friendly staff, wetting our appetites further for our pre-ordered meals. We were not disappointed with excellent freshly well prepared mains, followed by Christmas pudding and treacle sponge, both with custard.
ReplyDeleteWe all agreed it was a most enjoyable treat and particularly good value, fortifying us for the walk back home.