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The Thatched House sits conspicuously on a busy road junction close to Ravenscourt Park. The fact that it’s a largely residential area is reflected in the laid-back, homely nature of this Young’s pub that feels like a proper, old-school local.
That said, a few deliberately quirky design touches hint that The Thatched House is aiming to go beyond being just a nice pub for those who live nearby. A vast wine list sitting on the table is confirmation that there’s gastro aspirations afoot.
The Thatched House sits conspicuously on a busy road junction close to Ravenscourt Park. The fact that it’s a largely residential area is reflected in the laid-back, homely nature of this Young’s pub that feels like a proper, old-school local.
That said, a few deliberately quirky design touches hint that The Thatched House is aiming to go beyond being just a nice pub for those who live nearby. A vast wine list sitting on the table is confirmation that there’s gastro aspirations afoot.
