Hackney chitter-chatter &tc

[alsoknownas]

Thinking about it - [...] seems unfair on old style Clapton drinkers tbh

To be honest I agree. I know we've done this before, but although it's nice to see some groovy new pubs (Cock, Star, etc.), I hate the way people are being turfed out. I won't shed a tear for the passing of the old Crooked Billet, but I have to admit that it was a very popular pub, and probably very central to several people's lives.
Perhaps those people will be welcomed back (and feel welcome) in the new set-up. But all to often there's a kind of cultural apartheid put in place.
I'm not going to pre-judge the place. Mates of mine know the people involved and have said good things. I'm also a bit torn - I'm loving the new variety of eats and drinks in the area. I just hate when it's done in a manner that excludes. Not the Hackney way at all.

 

[scalyboy]

I've often wondered - where do the original drinkers go when their pub has been done up/gentrified? Do they find another pub, or just drink at home instead? marty21, where would be the closest old-style pub to the Crooked BIllet? (I was surprised to see it closed up the other day from the bus, I'd always thought of it as quite popular)

 

[marty21]

I've often wondered - where do the original drinkers go when their pub has been done up/gentrified? Do they find another pub, or just drink at home instead? marty21, where would be the closest old-style pub to the Crooked BIllet? (I was surprised to see it closed up the other day from the bus, I'd always thought of it as quite popular)

there used to be more of a choice for them - The Swan was sold off despite a lot of opposition,and is now a community centre, I'd say the prices will rise in the Billet, it was £3.30 a pint of Kronenburg in there, £3 a pint of Fosters, I doubt they will still be on tap in the new place,they aren't on tap at the new Windsor Castle. The Billet had benefitted from similar pubs being closed down. I'd guess the Wishing Well by the Narrow Way would be an alternative (haven't been there for a while) that pub in Stamford Hill, maybe the Wheatsheaf, I think it's called, in Stoke Newington - all are more of a walk/bus ride for locals - maybe the Sovereign?

 

[Pickman's model]

I've often wondered - where do the original drinkers go when their pub has been done up/gentrified? Do they find another pub, or just drink at home instead? marty21, where would be the closest old-style pub to the Crooked BIllet? (I was surprised to see it closed up the other day from the bus, I'd always thought of it as quite popular)

Where would you suggest people on eg downham road go to drink when the acton, the auld ivy house, the mitre, the trafalgar and the downham park tavern have all closed down, the fox and the duke of york have been gentrified to fuck, o'riordans has shut and the rosemary branch doesn't seem open in the day: plus it's been somewhat poshed up. I suppose they largely drink at home.

 

[alsoknownas]

I'd say the prices will rise in the Billet, it was £3.30 a pint of Kronenburg in there, £3 a pint of Fosters, I doubt they will still be on tap in the new place,they aren't on tap at the new Windsor Castle.

On the other hand, the new owners might clean the toilets once in a while .

 

[marty21]

On the other hand, the new owners might clean the toilets once in a while .

they were awful tbf - tried to avoid them if I could

 

[scalyboy]

I'd say the prices will rise in the Billet, it was £3.30 a pint of Kronenburg in there, £3 a pint of Fosters

Good prices, yeah, hard to imagine the new owners won't substantially increase those.

- maybe the Sovereign?

Royal Sovereign on Northwold Road? I like that place, interesting people there, and good music too.

 

[marty21]

Good prices, yeah, hard to imagine the new owners won't substantially increase those.

Royal Sovereign on Northwold Road? I like that place, interesting people there, and good music too.

that's the one - closest one to the Billet - can't imagine the regulars going to the Hart tbf

 

[rutabowa]

the pembury is a good mix of people now... it gets lots of "old hackney" as well as new. it is cheap too.

 

[alsoknownas]

Royal Sovereign on Northwold Road? I like that place, interesting people there, and good music too.

Seconded for sure.

 

[marty21]

the new owners of the Billet contacted me on twitter - according to them - they still want it to be a boozer - they don't want to drive away the old regulars

however they will have 5 real ales on (making this old regular very happy) and will try and put on my fave - Dark Star American Pale Ale for the opening night - July 2nd or 3rd apparently

they are romancing me

 

[goldenecitrone]

Royal Sovereign on Northwold Road? I like that place, interesting people there, and good music too.

Always friendly folk in the Sov. And a good beer garden in summer. Can get quite rammed when the weather is good.

 

[Pickman's model]

the new owners of the Billet contacted me on twitter - according to them - they still want it to be a boozer - they don't want to drive away the old regulars

however they will have 5 real ales on (making this old regular very happy) and will try and put on my fave - Dark Star American Pale Ale for the opening night - July 2nd or 3rd apparently

they are romancing me

you're confusing 'very happy' and 'drunk'

 

[scalyboy]

the new owners of the Billet contacted me on twitter - according to them - they still want it to be a boozer - they don't want to drive away the old regulars

however they will have 5 real ales on (making this old regular very happy) and will try and put on my fave - Dark Star American Pale Ale for the opening night - July 2nd or 3rd apparently

they are romancing me

Sounds alright. How much will a pint cost though

 

[marty21]

Sounds alright. How much will a pint cost though

I'm guessing they will price themselves similar or just under the Hart - so maybe £3.60 - £4

They've painted the place now - looks totally different, it has the same paint job since 1996 as far as I remember

 

[scalyboy]

I'm guessing they will price themselves similar or just under the Hart - so maybe £3.60 - £4

They've painted the place now - looks totally different, it has the same paint job since 1996 as far as I remember

Went past it on the bus earlier - sign in window said "proper pub grub". Also went down Chatsworth Road today, saw the market for the first time, hadn't been there for c.3 years - OMG big changes

 

[marty21]

Went past it on the bus earlier - sign in window said "proper pub grub". Also went down Chatsworth Road today, saw the market for the first time, hadn't been there for c.3 years - OMG big changes

I like the market - usually go every Sunday - get our veg from the grocery on Chatsworth Rd every week - MDR I think they are called

 

[alsoknownas]

I like the market - usually go every Sunday - get our veg from the grocery on Chatsworth Rd every week - MDR I think they are called

Best green grocers for miles and miles around. Stunning. (If it's the one I'm thinking of - green and white striped awning?)

 

[Treacle Toes]

Hackney Homemade Markets
London Gypsy Orchestra are playing in the Narrow Way (now no buses!) and outside the market on 29th June. https://www.facebook.com/londongypsyorchestra

 

[marty21]

Best green grocers for miles and miles around. Stunning. (If it's the one I'm thinking of - green and white striped awning?)

that's the one - cash only! they could do with some better apples tbf - but apart from that - top notch

 

[Treacle Toes]

19 June
Free ticket giveaway for Wireless, Hard Rock Calling and Electric Daisy Carnival festivals

http://www.destinationhackney.co.uk...rd-rock-calling-olympic-park.asp#.UcLVUVEX56N

 

[marty21]

http://www.destinationhackney.co.uk...rd-rock-calling-olympic-park.asp#.UcLVUVEX56N

have emailed

 

[alsoknownas]

http://www.destinationhackney.co.uk...rd-rock-calling-olympic-park.asp#.UcLVUVEX56N

Thanks, I'm going to try for that there Electric Daisy wotsit .

 

[marty21]

They have laid a lawn in the crooked billet car park, and spotted a battered leather sofa inside , shabby chic?

 

[Gavin Redknap]

Is there anywhere that isnt shabby chic nowadays? I am very hopeful for this pub after the relatively disappointing Windsor Castle (far too posh) and Three Sisters (trying too much to be cool). The garden alone sells it to me. As does living about three minutes stumbling distance. Hope they can keep their prices down and make the old guard feel at least a little welcome.

Hello all, by the way.

 

[scalyboy]

Hello Gavin. Where's the Three Sisters?

 

[marty21]

Hello Gavin. Where's the Three Sisters?

The Three Sisters is now called The Star, and is up by Hackney Downs

Hello Gavin

 

[Treacle Toes]

Leandro Erlich: Dalston House
26 June 2013 - 4 August 2013
1-7 Ashwin Street, Dalston, E8 3DL

Internationally known for his captivating, three-dimensional visual illusions, Argentine artist Leandro Erlich has been commissioned by the Barbican to create a new installation in Dalston.

Resembling a theatre set, the detailed facade of a Victorian terraced house – recalling those that once stood on the street – lies horizontally on the ground with mirrors positioned overhead. The reflections of visitors give the impression they are standing on, suspended from, or scaling the building vertically.

Sited on a vacant lot on Ashwin Street, Erlich will design and decorate the façade to resemble the houses that previously stood on the block. Erlich’s installation will be accompanied by talks, workshops and live performances, exploring themes related to the project, including architectural history, urbanism, and perception, which will be developed in collaboration with local organisations.

http://www.barbican.org.uk/artgallery/event-detail.asp?ID=14756

 

[marty21]

Leandro Erlich: Dalston House
26 June 2013 - 4 August 2013
1-7 Ashwin Street, Dalston, E8 3DL

Internationally known for his captivating, three-dimensional visual illusions, Argentine artist Leandro Erlich has been commissioned by the Barbican to create a new installation in Dalston.

Resembling a theatre set, the detailed facade of a Victorian terraced house – recalling those that once stood on the street – lies horizontally on the ground with mirrors positioned overhead. The reflections of visitors give the impression they are standing on, suspended from, or scaling the building vertically.

Sited on a vacant lot on Ashwin Street, Erlich will design and decorate the façade to resemble the houses that previously stood on the block. Erlich’s installation will be accompanied by talks, workshops and live performances, exploring themes related to the project, including architectural history, urbanism, and perception, which will be developed in collaboration with local organisations.

http://www.barbican.org.uk/artgallery/event-detail.asp?ID=14756

Will be heading there soon , can't make it this weekend though .

 

[blossie33]

I happened to be in Dalston this afternoon so I went to see the house, it's really good