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    Penny Farthing

    52 Reviews
    #1 of 4 things to do in Crayford
    Nightlife, Bars & Clubs
    Closed Now: 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM
    3 Empire Buildings Waterside, Crayford DA1 4JJ, England
    Open today: 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM
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    “Lovely place with friendly owners”

    Not much to say - just a lovely little place - do find time to pop in if you are about - just a... read more

    Reviewed September 18, 2018
    ali1998
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    london
    “Great local micro Pub.”

    Great little real ale house. Great service low prices real ale to die for changed by the barrel... read more

    Reviewed July 20, 2018
    martha74
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    kent
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    Reviewed September 18, 2018
    Lovely place with friendly owners

    Not much to say - just a lovely little place - do find time to pop in if you are about - just a lovely atmosphere :)

    Date of experience: May 2018
    Thank ali1998
    Bev-B2, Owner at Penny Farthing, responded to this reviewResponded September 19, 2018

    Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review, we look forward to you popping in again soon

    Reviewed July 20, 2018 via mobile
    Great local micro Pub.

    Great little real ale house. Great service low prices real ale to die for changed by the barrel. Be aware to bring cash as no electronic payment system. Easy as cash points local. Please try, won't disappoint.

    Date of experience: July 2018
    Thank martha74
    Bev-B2, Owner at Penny Farthing, responded to this reviewResponded July 24, 2018

    Thank you for taking the time to write this review, we look forward to you visiting again soon.

    Reviewed July 4, 2018 via mobile
    Fantastic

    This is a great place to come for a fantastic selection of beers. Bob and Bev realy make this pub magic as well.

    Date of experience: July 2018
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    Reviewed June 23, 2018 via mobile
    Great Micropub

    Excellent micropub, friendly and relaxed. The ales are always interesting and served in tip top condition. You won't get a murky pint here.

    Date of experience: June 2018
    Thank kellyseyenumber1
    Bev-B2, Owner at Penny Farthing, responded to this reviewResponded September 27, 2018

    So pleased that you like our little micro pub and our choice of ales, hope to see you again soon

    Reviewed June 20, 2018 via mobile
    The little extras

    My boyfriend comes here all time, now became my favorite place to come when I visit him.. I'm not an ale drinker but the range of ciders are just top for me.. Bob and Bev always make you feel welcome.. Nice to sit with friends...More

    Date of experience: June 2018
    Thank Sharon G
    Bev-B2, Owner at Penny Farthing, responded to this reviewResponded June 22, 2018

    Thank you for taking the time to write your review, so pleased you like the ciders we have on offer, and the free nibbles that we put out on the tables. We look forward to your next visit.

    Reviewed April 19, 2018 via mobile
    A brilliant Micro Pub

    Although not my closest, it's always a crucial part of a night out for me. There is an inundation of pubs around Dartford and Crawford that don't seem beer-forward, but The Penny Farthing actually cares about the beer culture. Some of the micro pubs don't...More

    Date of experience: April 2018
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    Bev-B2, Owner at Penny Farthing, responded to this reviewResponded April 21, 2018

    Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are really pleased that you enjoyed your visit, and also the ales. We hope that you return again soon.

    Reviewed April 14, 2018
    Absolutely perfect!

    If you are walking the LOOP between Erith and Bexley you MUST stop for a pint (or even half or more) at the Penny Farthing, a place with a better and more interesting ale selection than many "full sized" pubs elsewhere. Congenial, homey, and with...More

    Date of experience: April 2018
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    Bev-B2, Owner at Penny Farthing, responded to this reviewResponded April 15, 2018

    Thank you for taking the time to write this review, we hope to see you back in the Penny Farthing Crayford, soon.

    Reviewed February 22, 2018 via mobile
    Old style drinking

    It’s no good going here if you are a lager drinker but for a real friendly place for a Sunday lunchtime pint of Best! Nibbles provided!

    Date of experience: February 2018
    Thank MrsLegalEagle
    Bev-B2, Owner at Penny Farthing, responded to this reviewResponded February 24, 2018

    Thank you for your review, we hope you enjoyed your visit. Bev & Bob

    Reviewed January 15, 2018
    Excellent pint!

    Visited the Penny Farthing at the weekend and would highly recommend it to those looking for a fresh, quality beer in a friendly setting. Thank you Bob & Bev for your hospitality

    Date of experience: January 2018
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    Bev-B2, Owner at Penny Farthing, responded to this reviewResponded January 17, 2018

    Thank you for taking the time to write this review, hope to see you again in the Penny Farthing soon

    Reviewed December 21, 2017
    Micro-pub with panache

    First visit here prior to meal out-clean and simple in style- good range of beers with tasters provided.Other drinks available of course.Staff were involved and courteous. Was a tad surprised the do not offer tabs or take plastic as not everyone has cash these days-be...More

    Date of experience: December 2017
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    Bev-B2, Owner at Penny Farthing, responded to this reviewResponded April 23, 2018

    Thank you for taking the time to write this review, we strive to remain as traditional as possible also to keep our prices as low as we can. Card machines cost to use, and that cost would have to be passed on to the customer,...More

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