What do people think of the Sheaf Pub On Fraser Road?

2TBLADE · 25-01-2007, 09:46

What Do People Think Of The SHEAF PUB On Fraser Road?

AlBal · 25-01-2007, 10:08

A good little pub, my friend recently took it over. It tends to be a bit quiet and could do with a bit of a "makeover" though, but other than that the Kronenberg is good

2TBLADE · 25-01-2007, 10:22

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Originally Posted by AlBal

A good little pub, my friend recently took it over. It tends to be a bit quiet and could do with a bit of a "makeover" though, but other than that the Kronenberg is good

Will ur friend br KAY?

AlBal · 25-01-2007, 10:58

Yeah, but more so her son Dan.

2TBLADE · 25-01-2007, 11:00

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Originally Posted by AlBal

Yeah, but more so her son Dan.

ye i no dan aswell so do u go in often then?

muddycoffee · 25-01-2007, 11:11

I have lived close to the place for 12 years, and they have always struggled for custom, because it looks like an estate pub. None of my mates will go because they think its too quiet and pointless, and one used to live right behind it a few years ago when they seemed to have karaoke several times a week.

mickdalewood · 25-01-2007, 14:41

Its not a bad place but does get alot of younger folk in at the weekends, the tap room is more or less the same as it was when i first went in (1976) and still do. The pub will struggle as i see it was built at the same time as the estate and everyone used it,and as kids grew up so did they. Then they get married and move away, the new people on the estate will go on Woodseats instead then town, by the way met my wife in there 1976 it was a brill place then.

Mr Goose · 25-01-2007, 15:45

A local goose question!

I live on Fraser Road, but have never been in the Sheaf - it looks very chavy

Am I wrong?

HThorpe · 25-01-2007, 16:38

When I first met my OH he took me in there, he used to live on the Fraser estate,It was awful,full of underage drinkers and alcos and the place was filthy esp the loos,that was 3-4 years ago though so maybe its different now.

muddycoffee · 25-01-2007, 17:01

Yes some mates of mine used to go in there when they were 16/17 as they never had any trouble getting served as the place needed the business even back in the 1980s

However, I hear that when it first opened it was the place to be seen and people came from the other side of town to see such a modern and trendy pub. It was heaving in those days according to some people I know who are now in their late 60s.

Treatment · 26-01-2007, 14:57

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Originally Posted by mickdalewood

Its not a bad place but does get alot of younger folk in at the weekends, the tap room is more or less the same as it was when i first went in (1976) and still do. The pub will struggle as i see it was built at the same time as the estate and everyone used it,and as kids grew up so did they. Then they get married and move away, the new people on the estate will go on Woodseats instead then town, by the way met my wife in there 1976 it was a brill place then.

I used to live on Todwick Road, is this the pub that is almost opposite the little path from there ? The landlord, 1977/78 was an ex para.

WallBuilder · 26-01-2007, 22:34

Hi Treatment, you are correct that's the one.
I've been in there a few times over the last twenty years or so and it has seemed to struggle with getting people through the door. It's a shame because the lounge isn't bad but I was decidely put off by the noisy Karaoke they tried.

Top Cat 1 · 24-04-2009, 08:25

Hello fellow forum users. I may be classed as an affiliated northerner by marriage of 24 years. I have lived on the Fraser Estate for 14 years; the other 10 years spent living in the southern part of England. Yes there is a slight north and south difference; this is where the Sheaf Public House comes into play. If you like me are not accustomed to a public house where other customers actually speak to you, then yes you are in for an awakening of your sense to life.

I have frequented this establishment on what could be called a semi regular basis.
The publican changed to I believe a Mr Johnston, to which I have witnessed from a distance, as I am not a person who heavily interacts with strangers. I have found that he is a very pleasant person who has trained his staff to welcome each and every customer with a polite but not intrusive greeting and a smile. The withdrawal of this small but courteous gesture over the years has contributed to the demise of many public houses which used to be the centre of the community.

From Governors, chair persons, normal every day working people, the centre of relaxation, socialisation and the hub of stability in life in a public house has come down to a near standstill. This is not just a problem here on the Fraser estate but a country wide dilemma.

Colleagues I have had the pleasure of working and socialising with have commented that The Sheaf is one of the very few places that they have been spoken to by the publican, or another customer, even if it was just a friendly hello as they walked through the door. A comforting thought, no where near the picture I had from other peoples opinions.

Another effort I have noticed is that this publican is attempting to upgrade the decor of the rooms, I have seen changes gradually happening as to the start of refurbishment of the bar area in the lounge Room. This room has been used for many years for special occasions, birthdays, weddings and for the more unfortunate circumstances of holding wakes for the bereaved. For today’s economical stance I think that this is a very gallant effort to try to accommodate a small luxury and comfort for the customers, for which ever event they are holding within the lounge area. Entertainment has been started on a Friday/Saturday evening to suit all ranges of cliental, from Karaoke, live musicians, quiz night and pool and darts in the tap room. There are two pool teams and a football team for the Sheaf.

To my knowledge the Sheaf have raised a considerable amount by holding charity events for a young man who needed a motorised wheelchair. And as proudly displayed on their notice board there is a picture of a very happy young man with his new chair. Various events ranging in price from 10p to £1.00 took place for Comic Relief day raising just over £160.00 Check out their website, look for yourself.

This If I am correct is only the first 7/8 months of his term within the Sheaf, so I would be very pleased to say that a young enthusiastic person still has regards for a traditional meeting place for the community with traditional values and respect. I have seen advertised that he is trying to bring back the old traditional day out at the sea side. Not an action seen at other establishment I know of in today’s climate by any means.

I will just leave this as it is with the following answers to a few questions that have been raised on forums.

I have read various articles regarding the Sheaf on Fraser Road and have come to a similar conclusion of each post.

1) The person has not frequented the Sheaf. So should keep opinion quiet until such a time as they have used the facility.

2) The last time they did use the facilities it was in the 1970's, 1980's, and 1990’s.

3) Quite a lot of assumptions have been made as to the customers who do use the facilities, which is stereotypical of an individual or individuals who have no idea of what they are talking about, because they have never interacted with any of the cliental, and just assume that they are quote "Common","Chavs", even "awful Alco’s" because their local public house is within an estate. An estate to which I would like to point out is the same estate that the people who have left negative derogatory comments about live within.

4) Never should a person judge another by their appearance, race, colour or creed. People are like books open the cover and you may be surprised at the story within.

5) Yes I do believe before this publican undertook the running of the Sheaf, there may have been a few instances that would have even disagreed with my standards. But now I have to commend the team work at trying to raise a beaten dog from the ashes (which many before have tried and not succeeded)

6) For the people whom may have had a bad experience, it was too quiet or too noisy, or are just going on other peoples opinions. There is only one answer.

The Sheaf on Fraser Road is a Public house for the use of Public People whom have their own brains and minds and should think for themselves.

Question: Would I like to try the sheaf form my own opinion?
Or
Should I be a sheep and listen to an old shepherd and steer well clear?

There is only one Answer:-

Be brave, be bold, be part of the community again!
What do you have to loose??? Apart from you being told and not experiencing it for yourself.

What ever you choose let it be your choice!