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Reviews of Ivy Bush Inn
4.7 stars out of 5
14 reviews
Went into ivy bush for 1st time in years last weekend, i didn't even know it was now open. I have to speak as i find and it is a very friendly pub,people really enjoying themselves,everyone seems happy,and most seem to know each other.
It was karaoake night and everyone seems to have a go and is cheered on by all, not ridiculed which is great to see.Looking at the other reviews on here, i feel i must also comment on Guy singing Elvis and Tom Jones,He really is very very good and look forward to hearing him again, I actually was singing along with the song at the bar before i realised it was him singing and not a computerised thing,excellent and extremely entertaining, well done.
I do not usually write reviews but felt that i wanted to because it is such a freindly place,and you feel comfortable in there no airs and graces just down to earth regular people enjoying them selves.
Well done on a great job to the new landlord.
Stev K Reviewed 23rd August 2012 9:27 AM
Mate you need to take this further, you have one of the best voices i have heard its not easy to sound good singing Elvis and as me and the Mrs say you sound GREAT not Good !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Keep it up my Mrs loves it
Terry & Mrs Reviewed 20th August 2012 6:15 PM
I really hope you dont really mean he does it for a laugh Rich you really are THAT GOOD
Helen & Claire Reviewed 20th August 2012 6:12 PM
In answer to everyones curiosity, Yes his name is Richard, and No he doesn't sing Proffessionally, and isn't in a Tribute Band.
The only Place he sings is at The Ivy Bush.And he doesn't think he is any good, he only does it for a Laugh !!.
Nikki B Reviewed 20th August 2012 6:09 PM
Another great night at ivy, our resident singer was there,What a fab Green Green Grass of home to finish night off !! Karaoake was there again on Sat but he wasnt, shame, its really sarting to come into its own now and getting pretty busy too,but still nice to see so many familiar faces every week,just goes to show that loyal customers keep coming back through good and bad,Leanne (karaoake girl brill as ever,no complaints just another good night and good pint too.
Keep up the good work Dave !!!
J and Mrs Reviewed 20th August 2012 9:10 AM
Great Band last week,but looking forward to karaoake this week,you got some good singers in your pub, 1st time I had been in here about 3/4 weeks ago and i was very impressed !!!, Great voice on Guy sat by window singing Elvis and Tom Jones, he a natural, i agree with other reviews on this site about him my mrs loved his voice as she is an Elvis Fan,we noticed how many people actually watched him, wonder if he realises he is good ? hope he does something about it on a proffesional level if he hasnt already, Well done to all the staff for making a night pleausurable.
Terry and Mrs Reviewed 16th August 2012 8:26 AM
Agree with all of the above, and yes that Big Guy definately has a great voice for singing elvis, is he a Tribue Singer then ? does anyone know ? his Tom Jones great too makes you proud to be welsh when we have local singers with voices like his singing in our local.Well done dave and Staff and Welcome home Ivy Bush !!!!!
Helen & Claire Reviewed 16th August 2012 8:12 AM
Good place again,well done Dave and staff and good luck
martyn h Reviewed 15th August 2012 12:24 PM
Welcome to the new landlord Dave, and Bar staff Ashley, Richard and Becky,always enjoy my nights at the Ivy,it definately is a place where "everybody knows your name".
Congrats
Jonny.W. Newport
J Williams Reviewed 15th August 2012 8:26 AM
Yep mate i agree,great voice from that guy, Great atmosphere great beer great company,what more can you want from a nice local pub, 30 0dd years i been a regular and seen many changes, but old faces keep returning,freindly staff, welcoming landlord,great karaoake and entertainment.
Terry .G. Reviewed 14th August 2012 12:31 PM
Brill pub for us older ones,allthough the younger ones seem to be there too and everyone seems to be enjoying themselves,
That big guy (Richard ?)apologies if name wrong, who sings Elvis songs !!! what a great voice! he ought to have his own stand up show,and his Tom Jones is excellent,Where do you find all this Local Talent Dave???, Brill Pub, Brill Ales,Brill Atmosphere, Amazing Bar Staff, Ashley,Rich& Becky, looking forward to another great night this weekend.Well done also to little lady that does Karaoke she great fun really gets it going .
Mike Reviewed 13th August 2012 12:34 PM
Good local pub,nice for us over 25s to have somewhere to go ! Great Karaoake every week please!,great atmosphere,good ales,freindly people,I do agree about the chairs as i am 6ft 3".
di Reviewed 9th August 2012 9:03 AM
Well done to the New Owner finally putting a local pub back up there! Karaoke brilliant but should be more regular as it is definately a winner,maybe alternate it every week Fri and Sat,its nice to be able to go somewhere that everyone is so friendly and not feel out of place because your over 21. 1 critisism tho, the chairs are very small(child like)but noticed that a few of them have now been replaced with sofa's.I actually travel in a taxi to this place week in week out costs a fortune but its always worth it for a friendly face. Well done Dave (landlord) cant wait for the weekend hope theirs Karaoke !!!!!. Can your contact number also be updated so as we can check whats on week by week .
Nikki Reviewed 8th August 2012 12:42 PM
Looking good again with a new owner who also owns a bar in the city centre as well. A lot of work finally being done to the place, wonderful news for a great bar.
Carling, worthington and guest ales,all very tempting.
Good luck
Simon Reviewed 17th June 2012 4:28 PM
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