Spencer’s

Independent, local, old fashioned pubs fall into two categories in my eyes. There are the delightful examples, often hidden in discrete locations, carefully and thoughtfully restored, with the clientele a charming mix of old and young. Then there is Spencer’s.
Located on a somewhat dilapidated street in Leeds, it was established in 1882 and was one of Tetley’s first houses. The inside of the pub is made up of wooden booths, with the bar on an island in the centre of the room. They serve a good selection of lagers and beers, at really low prices and regular show sports fixtures. I just find the atmosphere to be verging on intimidating. Whilst I was there recently, a man asked me if I worked for the police, just because I was writing something down!
Spencer’s is perfectly acceptable, but with the vast amount of superior pubs in the area, it would not be my first choice to go to enjoy a few drinks. It’s a local pub for local people, more in the way of A League of Gentleman than Coronation Street!