A bit daunting perhaps to a first time visitor, we went on three midweek evenings at around 6. The pub appeared full each time, but forge on towards the back and the noisy cheerful crowd will part and we always found a stool or seat...in the end. Next, the table service! We've never experienced bar staff in a pub moving around and asking for orders, perhaps we've led a sheltered life. It's a great thing and works very well once you've understood that the person talking to you all of a sudden wants your order not your views on the rugby or world peace Fabulous room of course, and huge range of whiskeys. No children, food, music or slovenly dress, just good drink and chat. Hope this may help some first time visitors.More