Recent content by IanD

WhatPub gives an idea that real ale is generally available but with all pubs there is always the chance they have run out of cask. The 'Spoons app is good for checking availability as it is supposed to be updated in more or less real time. I quite liked the Paddle Steamer in Largs but mainly...

That's the character. Nightmare fellow passenger.

There's an ad (that I've only seen on ITVx but may be available on other channels) for LNER with a furry puppet muppet dancing around the carriage and doing headspins on the ceiling. Seriously annoying.

I've visited hundreds and have to say that the number which are proper dives is minimal but they are the ones that get the publicity because they fit the narrative portrayed by the media and comedians looking for a cheap laugh. The worst ones have been in the London suburbs. The majority are...

I heard he's taking over presenting Inside the Factory from Greg Wallace. I expect it to be the last season. I would gladly pay double the licence fee if the BBC guaranteed that none of it was going his way.

Paddy McGuiness has the effect of turning me off anything he is involved with.

The ground floor is now a vape show and tattoo parlour.

It just annoys me that the guy who keeps losing the ticket is entrusted to look after it time and again. And the Whoop Whoop Celebrations ad is back. Joy to the world. It's "Black Friday Month" now, don't you know?

Bradford (Low Moor) to Manchester (Littleborough) might be doable in 30 minutes.

I bet she invited all her friends/family around for the premiere though.

I found the 10% was only valid if you booked 2 Advance singles rather than a return ticket. Which it did actually say in the small print but I misinterpreted it. Got a free cup of coffee though.

Most of the major stores spend a fortune on their Christmas adverts with months of planning. The amount of effort seems rarely reflected in the finished product.

Exactly, the 'Next Stop Closed' announcement should be made before leaving the previous stop. Depending on location, it may be a long way to the next next stop. Or not a simple route back to the closed stop - not always just a 'few extra yards'.

Interesting interpretation of unanimous

Thanks for reminding me how much I hated that. All of their ads (there's one with boxers too). In fact any ad that has adults talking like children. Or just has children in it tbh.