• Added: 29th of April 2007
• Area: Derby
• Category: Bars and Pubs

Derby DE1 2RU
01332 290677

Nomis said
The pub at the end of the line
Just across the road from Derby's mainline rail station (two hours from St Pancras), the Brunswick is a distinctive pub rescued when the railway houses that this public house was built to serve were protected by a conservation order 20 years ago. Completed originally in 1842, it was the first purpose-built railway pub. The Brunswick itself has been painstakingly restored and transformed into an establishment favoured by many discerning drinkers, with excellent commitment to real ale - some of which it brews on the premises.

It's the natural place to pop into after a long train journey from North, South, East or West to slake one's thirst. So many great features and a real passion for ale. In 2001, it was voted UK Beer Pub of the Year.

• Added: 28th of April 2007
• Area: Oxford
• Category: Restaurants

Oxford OX1 4DH
01865 202233

Nomis said
Stunning Thai in an intimate Oxford setting
This is the best Thai restaurant I've been to in the UK. I love it for so many more reasons than simply the gorgeous food. The setting is distinctive - very Oxford; a 17th century merchant's house tucked down an alley off The High. It's old and creaky, but effortlessly comfortable.

It's bustling and popular, so perhaps not the perfect venue for a romantic meal (although I've had some special evenings there) - but the lighting is subdued and the service friendly and discreet. The Kueytiew Phat Thai Jay is very yummy.