A British Pub

British pubs are special because they are social hubs, community spaces, and cultural institutions. They are known for their history, ambience, and food. 

As a young man, having a fulltime job was important, so working in High Holborn in the heart of London was a great way to gain experience. However, if you want to get on in life, another way to increase earnings potential in England is to get a parttime job in a pub in the evening.

The Greyhound in Carshalton, London, is famous for its history, picturesque location, and good food and drink. 

History

• The Greyhound is a Grade II listed building that dates back to the 1730s when it was a coaching inn 

• It was once an important sporting pub where horses were inspected before racing 

• The pub was closely associated with the hunting that was popular in the area 

• In 1969, an Italian floor mosaic of a greyhound was discovered during renovations

Location 

• The Greyhound is located in a picturesque setting overlooking Carshalton Ponds

• It's a few minutes from Carshalton train station and 30 minutes from Central London

  
  

Food and drink

• The Greyhound serves seasonal British dishes, including Sunday roasts 

• It also has a pub that serves Young's award-winning ales 

• The Greyhound has a lively outside terrace and views of Carshalton Ponds 

  
  

Other features 

• The Greyhound has a sizeable beer garden

• The Greyhound has a hotel with comfortable rooms and modern bathrooms

• The Greyhound has an on-site car park

  
  

The bottom line for some is, it’s there home away from home where they can go for either a calm and relaxed beer in an ambient of friendly people, or they can go with family or meet friends to enjoy a cool beer, spirit, or soft drink.

Take care!

Prof. Carl Boniface

Vocabulary builder:

Hub (n) = means the central point. For example a hub could be where everyone goes to discuss politics like the House of Lords in London.

Earnings (adj) = the money gained from working. (v) "If you earn a good salary you can live well."

Coaching inn (n) = A coaching inn, also known as a coach house or staging inn, was a type of inn that served as a vital part of European travel infrastructure, particularly before the advent of railways. They provided resting points for travelers and their horses, offering food, drink, and accommodation. Attached stables allowed for changing tired horses for fresh ones, a crucial part of the journey for stagecoaches and private carriages. 

Hunting (n) = Hunting is the act of pursuing, capturing, and often killing wild animals or birds, either for food, sport, or as a recreational activity.

Ponds (n) = a small body of still water formed naturally or by hollowing or embanking.

Ale (n) = a type of beer with a bitter flavor and higher alcoholic content.

"amber-colored beers, ales, and stouts"