Mostly you'll arrive at the Anglers' Rest on foot. From either end of the Monsal Trail, it is a convenient stopping place and promises a range of predictable food and ale. So we arrived in a keen state of anticipation but our enthusiasm was soon curbed by a swathe of negative notices. No dogs or muddy boots in one room. No children under 12 on the pool table. The 'welcome' from Mine Hostess (and, subsequently from her husband/partner) was brusque and purposeful and the table she had prepared for us was canteen-quality. The highlight of the meal was the ginger treacle sponge and custard. The ale was fine, even though the beer which arrived bore no resemblance to what had been ordered. If you stop off there, take your beer outside - the atmosphere is better there.
