text: I came here on rugby day and thought it would be packed out but in fact there was room to move and the bar staff were being pretty speedy with service except for me but I was not giving off I am waiting signals so entirely my faultnnOften have I admired its opulence from outside like a little Victorian waif pressing up against the grubby glass to watch a family eat roast beef but I definitely chose the right time of year to come inside for the first time my goodness me The opulence was raised another notch by beautiful Christmassy decorations everywhere Those halls were well and truly decked but in superb taste I felt that first twist of excitement at last Yes I am one of those who gladly will embrace Christmas preparations as early as October midNovember is definitely leaving it late for mennAs I stood there chatting away with my ua lime and soda not the most expensive I have had but not the cheapest a glorious aroma filled my nostrils and past my eyes floated a plate bearing beautiful golden and crispylooking battered fish Oh but it did look goodnnIll update when I have been back for food but for atmosphere and decor it is a firm and twinkly four from me