Golden Hind, Portsmouth

This large, attractive road house was built in 1929 and was originally called Ye Olde Inne. Once owned by Brickwoods, the pub ended up in the hands of Whitbread and it was under that company's stewardship that the pub was knocked into one huge, single bar, rather than the three rooms it used to have (the Hydro bar once being especially pleasant with its wood panelled walls). Now owned by Greene King, the pub has been transfromed into one of its Flame Grill chain of eateries. The house is divided into a number of distinct areas, with all floorspace being bare boarded, with the exception of the restaurant. The decor consists of various shades of pale green, blue and cream, with all variety of different furnishings, such as leather banquettes, traditional tables and chairs, upholstered armchairs and stools set around upturned hogsheads. A pool table resides on the far right hand side. A fireplace containing a wood burner is located opposite the bar counter. Further around the bar, the furnishings comprise of upholstered bench seats and traditional tables and chairs. The large area towards the rear of house is home to the restaurant, which overlooks a patio garden and car park (with space for up to thirty vehicles). The bar-back is tiled, with signage that includes the words 'craft beer' - this is quite misleading, as the pub stocks no such products which can accurately be referred to as such. An extensive, well-priced menu is available all day (see website). There is a further patio seating at the front of the building, overlooking Copnor Road.