The White Cross is right on the river which is its biggest advantage. In spring and summer, you can easily while away time in the front of the pub watching people on the river, families out for a walk, birdlife swimming and diving, and just enjoy the village feel of Richmond.

The pub itself has many small rooms that connect via stairs and different corridors, and it can get very busy so you may find it hard to get a table.

I love this pub. I came here on Saturday after a very romantic picnic by the river. Despite it being the weekend, the cool breeze meant that there was enough space for us to sit in the garden. The garden has its own bar which is handy.

I think we got here pretty early - 5 ish. Somehow, we didn’t look at our watches again until gone 9! It’s very easy to lose track of time here and watch the river and just chat and well, get drunk.

I don’t spend much time in Richmond and it’s very easy to get to (especially from Waterloo) - I’ll be spending much more time here over the summer and I’ll definately come back.

I just don’t understand why there is a pillar in front of the doorway as soon as you walk into the ladies. Yes, it’s probably stopping the building from falling down, but it really hurts when you walk into it. Every time.

This riverside pub, in Richmond, attract all age-groups and has real ale (Young’s) as well as the usual alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. It is a pretty old style pub with trendy beer garden that overlooks the river (although walled off). There is an additional bar in the beer garden. Also serves food which is a little pricey. Inside during the winter there is a real log fire!