The-Sheaf Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Hello everyone, my name is Craig and i am the current landlord of The Sheaf. I have worked there for 8 years in July this year, and have currently been landlord for 7 months. The Sheaf is a lovely, friendly, local pub with the facilities to cater for any occasion required, its just a huge pity that not as many 'local people' use the pub as you would expect, even though we have two pool teams and a football team!. If anyone has any queries or questions re bookings, etc please do not hesitate in contacting myself at The Sheaf, via The Sheffield Forum or e-mail and/or the web site. Kind regards, Craig The Landlord Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albear Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 I've been living on the Fraser est for a few yrs and I have never been into the Sheaf and I don’t intend to. The kind of people that go there seem very common and what all the disco lights all about it looks very tacky! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The-Sheaf Posted April 19, 2009 Share Posted April 19, 2009 FAO Albear You say that you have never been inside The Sheaf Pub? that is exactly what is wrong with today's "ten-bob millionaires!" claiming that my customers are common, even though you live on the same estate yourself! people like you are the people closing local pubs down, being so snobbish doesn't get you anywhere my friend! My pub has a long and contributing history to its customers and the community around the area, it is by far the friendliest and pub in the area, maybe not the 'poshest' for someone of your stature though! Maybe the Robin Hood, or the Wagon & Horses would suit your high standards more, along with the price difference too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Cat 1 Posted April 27, 2009 Share Posted April 27, 2009 Hello fellow forum users. I may be classed as an affiliated northerner by marriage of 24 years. I have lived on the Fraser Estate for 14 years; the other 10 years spent living in the southern part of England. Yes there is a slight north and south difference; this is where the Sheaf Public House comes into play. If you like me are not accustomed to a public house where other customers actually speak to you, then yes you are in for an awakening of your sense to life. I have frequented this establishment on what could be called a semi regular basis. The publican changed to I believe a Mr Johnston, to which I have witnessed from a distance, as I am not a person who heavily interacts with strangers. I have found that he is a very pleasant person who has trained his staff to welcome each and every customer with a polite but not intrusive greeting and a smile. The withdrawal of this small but courteous gesture over the years has contributed to the demise of many public houses which used to be the centre of the community. From Governors, chair persons, normal every day working people, the centre of relaxation, socialisation and the hub of stability in life in a public house has come down to a near standstill. This is not just a problem here on the Fraser estate but a country wide dilemma. Colleagues I have had the pleasure of working and socialising with have commented that The Sheaf is one of the very few places that they have been spoken to by the publican, or another customer, even if it was just a friendly hello as they walked through the door. A comforting thought, no where near the picture I had from other peoples opinions. Another effort I have noticed is that this publican is attempting to upgrade the decor of the rooms, I have seen changes gradually happening as to the start of refurbishment of the bar area in the lounge Room. This room has been used for many years for special occasions, birthdays, weddings and for the more unfortunate circumstances of holding wakes for the bereaved. For today’s economical stance I think that this is a very gallant effort to try to accommodate a small luxury and comfort for the customers, for which ever event they are holding within the lounge area. Entertainment has been started on a Friday/Saturday evening to suit all ranges of cliental, from Karaoke, live musicians, quiz night and pool and darts in the tap room. There are two pool teams and a football team for the Sheaf. To my knowledge the Sheaf have raised a considerable amount by holding charity events for a young man who needed a motorised wheelchair. And as proudly displayed on their notice board there is a picture of a very happy young man with his new chair. Various events ranging in price from 10p to £1.00 took place for Comic Relief day raising just over £160.00 Check out their website, look for yourself. This If I am correct is only the first 7/8 months of his term within the Sheaf, so I would be very pleased to say that a young enthusiastic person still has regards for a traditional meeting place for the community with traditional values and respect. I have seen advertised that he is trying to bring back the old traditional day out at the sea side. Not an action seen at other establishment I know of in today’s climate by any means. I will just leave this as it is with the following answers to a few questions that have been raised on forums. I have read various articles regarding the Sheaf on Fraser Road and have come to a similar conclusion of each post. 1) The person has not frequented the Sheaf. So should keep opinion quiet until such a time as they have used the facility. 2) The last time they did use the facilities it was in the 1970's, 1980's, and 1990’s. 3) Quite a lot of assumptions have been made as to the customers who do use the facilities, which is stereotypical of an individual or individuals who have no idea of what they are talking about, because they have never interacted with any of the cliental, and just assume that they are quote "Common","Chavs", even "awful Alco’s" because their local public house is within an estate. An estate to which I would like to point out is the same estate that the people who have left negative derogatory comments about live within. 4) Never should a person judge another by their appearance, race, colour or creed. People are like books open the cover and you may be surprised at the story within. 5) Yes I do believe before this publican undertook the running of the Sheaf, there may have been a few instances that would have even disagreed with my standards. But now I have to commend the team work at trying to raise a beaten dog from the ashes (which many before have tried and not succeeded) 6) For the people whom may have had a bad experience, it was too quiet or too noisy, or are just going on other peoples opinions. There is only one answer. The Sheaf on Fraser Road is a Public house for the use of Public People whom have their own brains and minds and should think for themselves. Question: Would I like to try the sheaf form my own opinion? Or Should I be a sheep and listen to an old shepherd and steer well clear? There is only one Answer:- Be brave, be bold, be part of the community again! What do you have to loose??? Apart from you being told and not experiencing it for yourself. What ever you choose let it be your choice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albear Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 FAO Albear You say that you have never been inside The Sheaf Pub? that is exactly what is wrong with today's "ten-bob millionaires!" claiming that my customers are common, even though you live on the same estate yourself! people like you are the people closing local pubs down, being so snobbish doesn't get you anywhere my friend! My pub has a long and contributing history to its customers and the community around the area, it is by far the friendliest and pub in the area, maybe not the 'poshest' for someone of your stature though! Maybe the Robin Hood, or the Wagon & Horses would suit your high standards more, along with the price difference too! FAO The Sheaf I am an average hard working, down to earth and open minded person. I also have no issue with living on a council estate (it’s not the area it’s the people). However my statement of The Sheaf is my opinion which we all are entitled to. May be some of your customer are friendly and I may have been a bit harsh calling all your customers common, however there has been problems in the past I.e. the verbal abuse from some of the customers and you know what they say “mud sticks” I will eat or drink anywhere as long as follows: 1. the service is good 2. the atmosphere is ok 3 reasonable clean environment All the above does not make me a snob or make me better then anyone else but have reasonable expectations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albear Posted July 6, 2009 Share Posted July 6, 2009 I was waken up at 7.30 am on Saturday by a group of people outside the pub chanting! this was totally unacceptable behaviour, all can say the owner and the punters have no consideration for people in the area who has worked hard all week and having a lye in over the weekend. However if this happens I again I will be taking the appropriate action. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonkatoy Posted July 6, 2009 Share Posted July 6, 2009 Wasn't this one of those pubs that were going to set up a "smoking research room"? How did that work out then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samp Posted July 7, 2009 Share Posted July 7, 2009 Does anyone go drinking in the sheaf at woodseats who can give me an idea of what it is like? I am meant to be going out on a birthday doo and have heard a couple of horror stories in the past but today i was told a bad one and am not sure i want to bother, what is it like, what are the staff like (its them iv heard the horror story about) what horror storey was it ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharp87 Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 Wasn't this one of those pubs that were going to set up a "smoking research room"? How did that work out then? the council laughed at them. not that I have a degree in anything to do with smoking/the workings of councils, so take my comments with a pinch of salt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samp Posted July 17, 2009 Share Posted July 17, 2009 heard this place is closing down???????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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