Andy and I fell in love with pubs from the minute we stepped foot into them. They are all so very quaint with history lurking behind every wall. The Dolphin Inn in Derby is the oldest pub in England. It dates back to the 15th century. Sitting there thinking how many generations have been doing the very same thing is mind boggling.
You have to order at the bar. This is different from the U.S. where they serve you. They also do not work on tips. I absolutely love the hand pulls. It makes your mouth water and long for a beer and I don't even like beer. I just love seeing them pour it. :) Pubs are so great because it is relaxing and quiet. It is where most men go to get away from their wives, jk, it is where they go after a hard days work to unwind. It is something we need in the U.S. I don't always like going out to a bar scene where everyone is loud and just trying to get wasted. Now on weekend nights the pubs are much louder. There is usually a fire going which makes it very cozy. These places are so old so usually they are cold inside. The fire helps with the drafts. I love to see old pictures as well hung up on various walls. I saw a yearbook picture from 1930 of an all boys school in Derby. Not one person was smiling and there were about 300 people.
Most favorite pubs so far are Flower Pot, Old Silk Mill and Dolphin Inn :)
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