The next pub on our study day tour in Oulton Broad was the Lady of the Lake. Apologies for the slightly blurry photos, I’m blaming the Monster Munch in the previous pub.
An interesting marketing opportunity inside the front door. The venue first opened in the 1840s and is now managed by the small LEC pubs chain.
There’s a large dining area and I think that the venue is quite food led and the prices aren’t unreasonable. It was quiet when we were there, just one other table with drinks.
The bar is bright and open with a few stools for those that want to perch by it. There was a prompt welcome and they had two real ales on, with the prices being reasonable.
I ordered half a Ghost Ship from Adnams and I only noticed when back at the table, but it smelled slightly vinegary and had a sharp off taste. It might have been the end of a barrel, maybe just lingering in the lines for a while, but these things happen. I’m not entirely sure that the team member looked keen to replace it, and indeed they left the beer on sale, but they did replace it without any query so that was positive.
The replacement was Wainwrights Golden Ale, with quite a lot of bubbles sticking to the side of the glass, but it was well kept and had its usual hoppy taste. Julian had also gone for this and was entirely satisfied with his, so that was all good.
There’s live music every Saturday night and a variety of other events held here, with the venue seemingly getting positive reviews online. I like that their website specifically mentioned that it’s fully wheelchair accessible, as although venues often are, it’s positive that this is something that’s made clear.