jemson Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 I`m not bashing Thornbridge kirkyb. I`ll be in to make my own mind up but I do feel like i`m being priced out of their market. I`m pretty sure that the Pond Hopper is MORE expensive in the Tap and also heard suggestion that they have it some where else in Town but at over £20! Brachia costs a bomb too. I did get a taster of the General Sherman though which was great but too expensive for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stoatwobbler Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Pondhopper is £16 a bottle? Ok didn't know that, good job I didn't pull the trigger on a pint in the tap! Tried to get a taster but they refused citing the cost, erm... surely the point of a taster is to make sure you don't waste your money? Anyone else had this recently? Must be very pricey indeed if they won't give out a taster. that's something the Tap is normally very good for. I've actually gone for the Mikkeller barley wine over that and it says something when you are expecting a Mikkeller beer to be better value! Mind you, Pond Hopper was brewed at Odell brewery in Colorado and then air-freighted over here. It's rare and an import so it's always going to have a "premium" price. All the more so if it's being sold in big 750ml bottles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stoatwobbler Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 I expect to see a facebook status update from you there soon, en route to £1 curry night at Dronfield Arms! Number 43 bus route is actually an outstanding pub crawl. You've already got Sheffield Tap, Rutland Arms, Sheaf View and Coach & Horses en route to Dronfield Arms and beyond that there's 3 Tuns and carrying on into Chesterfield there's The Beer Parlour and Derby Tup. I must admit that I haven't thought of Derbyshire Lane stuff as well but I suppose that counts as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splodgeyAl Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 The Cross Scythes is their latest edition, is it? Eye mite sea weather there bored as hen knee miss steaks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alas_alas Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 That sounds like a fantastic pub crawl. Possibly a cycle route too? The take-over of the Cross Scythes should be taken as a universal bonus, in my opinion. If you take the Greystones as an example, there you had a pub that was off-limits before Thornbridge took over, in an area that has its rough edges. What results is a thriving community hub, changing the face of an area, offering a welcoming atmosphere, some culture, and great beer. Everyone's happier. That part of S8 around the Cross Scythes drastically needs something like this. Frankly it's inexplicable that there isn't more investment going on in the area: you've got beautiful countryside, an amazing park, and some great pub buildings. But it's dominated by badly run pubs that seem to actively drive the area down, and missed opportunities, such as the Thornbridge run cafe in Graves Park which doesn't open through the week. More graduates and young families are moving into S8 - this can only be a good thing, revitalising a slightly depressed community. They will demand more places like this, and expect better pubs, better shops, etc. S8 on the up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jemson Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 That sounds like a fantastic pub crawl. Possibly a cycle route too? The take-over of the Cross Scythes should be taken as a universal bonus, in my opinion. If you take the Greystones as an example, there you had a pub that was off-limits before Thornbridge took over, in an area that has its rough edges. What results is a thriving community hub, changing the face of an area, offering a welcoming atmosphere, some culture, and great beer. Everyone's happier. That part of S8 around the Cross Scythes drastically needs something like this. Frankly it's inexplicable that there isn't more investment going on in the area: you've got beautiful countryside, an amazing park, and some great pub buildings. But it's dominated by badly run pubs that seem to actively drive the area down, and missed opportunities, such as the Thornbridge run cafe in Graves Park which doesn't open through the week. More graduates and young families are moving into S8 - this can only be a good thing, revitalising a slightly depressed community. They will demand more places like this, and expect better pubs, better shops, etc. S8 on the up! Good post. Stoatwobbler - ok, the Pond Hopper has to be imported etc so high costs but how come they can price their Stout at about £9 with a clear conscience? It`s brewed at Thornbridge Hall. Ditto Bracia (sp?). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stoatwobbler Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 Good post. Stoatwobbler - ok, the Pond Hopper has to be imported etc so high costs but how come they can price their Stout at about £9 with a clear conscience? It`s brewed at Thornbridge Hall. Ditto Bracia (sp?). Well I have to say that I find it difficult to justify those 2 beer's prices. The Imperial Russian Stout especially. I think it's a combination of rarity, barrell ageing and in the case of Bracia expensive Italian Honey. Plus there's the fact that some people will still pay those prices for limited edition beers from certain breweries. The thing is, this stuff still get's brought despite a stupid price tag. I think some people go onto websites like ratebeer.com, see people talking about these beers on places like Twitter and decide that they want some on that basis. My solution to stupid brices from breweries like Thornbridge, Brewdog and Marble? Don't buy the stuff if I'm not happy with the price. I have to admit that I've hardly had any Brewdog beer this year for that very reason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twitcher Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 That sounds like a fantastic pub crawl. Possibly a cycle route too? The take-over of the Cross Scythes should be taken as a universal bonus, in my opinion. If you take the Greystones as an example, there you had a pub that was off-limits before Thornbridge took over, in an area that has its rough edges. What results is a thriving community hub, changing the face of an area, offering a welcoming atmosphere, some culture, and great beer. Everyone's happier. That part of S8 around the Cross Scythes drastically needs something like this. Frankly it's inexplicable that there isn't more investment going on in the area: you've got beautiful countryside, an amazing park, and some great pub buildings. But it's dominated by badly run pubs that seem to actively drive the area down, and missed opportunities, such as the Thornbridge run cafe in Graves Park which doesn't open through the week. More graduates and young families are moving into S8 - this can only be a good thing, revitalising a slightly depressed community. They will demand more places like this, and expect better pubs, better shops, etc. S8 on the up! Fab post! Being on the doorstep I wholeheartedly welcome Thornbridge taking over the Cross, in fact it can only be a plus. Lets face it, it is a dump way past it's best and desperately needs a facelift. I only hope that we don't have a repetition of the previous owners let of the function room at the back with the music blaring out due to extended hours....so inconsiderate and without regard to locals trying to get to sleep! So glad.....looking forward to 4th August! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camraboy Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 I think it is correct not to pick upon Thornbridge, but to look at the benefits for the area. When I moved here in January, I asked for (and got ) recommendations of decent pubs in the Norton Lees area. At the time that boiled down to the Mount Pleasant (quirky and not particularly female inviting) and the Chantrey. The Prince of Wales was still closed. Since then, the POW has re-opened and Craig, the manager, has done a fantastic job in trying to make it a family friendly, community focused local plus, even better than that, has expanded the beer range from a couple of ordinary pumps at first to more like 5 pumps at all times with better quality beers. Recently there have been a couple of Abbeydales and an Ossett which puts real choice your way. I spoke to Daniel, the owner recently (also of the Chantrey and the White Lion) and he was enthusiastic about the rebadging of the Cross Scythes since it made the area more interesting. When I lived in Alma Street, I had not heard of Derbyshire Lane and none of the pubs I have mentioned, except the White Lion, got a mention in the beer press, but for the travelling beer drinker, as against the committed local regular, having the Lion and the Sheaf view in close proximity has to increase the footfall of visitors, which is good for both establishments. Now, beer drinkers in town might just think of making a pilgrimage to Norton Lees since with one bus journey they can do the Cross Scythes, The POW then walk down the hill to the Chantrey before heading back into town. The more adventurous might keep walking down to take in the Ale House on Fraser Road before heading along Abbeydale to the Broadfield. That starts to look like a ticker's dream. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanmoyle Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 Does anyone know if the opening of the Cross Scythes by Thornbridge is going ahead on this Thursday the 2nd August? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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