On my second visit to the Baltic Fleet, it quickly became
evident that it had just been refurnished. In the days of the docks; this pub
would be perfectly situated to serve thirsty workers in the cellar and there
was even rumour of smuggling in the cellar; though you’d struggle to think of
this pub as catering for the working man today. The smell of new paint was
still in the air trying to escape off its green wooden beams and into our
lungs. On my last visit here; the beers were clearly under the name of Wapping;
evidently this side of the business had been sold, but the beer brewed on-site was
still very refreshing. But it’s not just the inside that has changed; the
outside hasn’t got a stain on it which is very impressive for a city centre pub
We sat for a while looking at the local literature while contemplating the rest
of our journey; while at the same time we were looking around to distinguish
the local from the weekend visitor.
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