Claire's reviews
Review of Herne Bay Library
30 May 08, 13:02
For a small seaside town... 
.... this isn't too bad a library. Set on the main high street there isn't parking attached, but there are plenty of car parks around. It is fairly small, but has a good selection of books and the staff are very friendly. There are also internet terminals, which can get pretty busy.
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Review of The Jubilee Library
30 May 08, 12:55
Above expectations 
This Library has formed the focal point of a massive regeneration of the North Laines. It is an amazing PFI (Private Finance Initative) building and has won all sorts of architectural awards. They have a fantastic gift shop on the way in.
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Review of Open House
30 May 08, 12:51
Good, could be great
Fabulous layout, fabulous beer garden, fabulous food... why has it only got three stars I hear you ask? Answer, because it tries to hard. I don't understand why a pub as good as this makes the effort to attract SOOOOoo many students when we all know they're skint.
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Review of The Goat
30 May 08, 12:40
Unassuming from the outside, welcoming from the inside
Set within an 18th century building the goat has been the choice of glaswegian drinkers for many a year. Serving a menu of traditional British fayre coupled with a fine selection of largers and ales, no kidding the goat is sure not to send you barrrrme!
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Review of The Railway
30 May 08, 12:37
No frills kinda joint
You certainly wouldn't look at the railway from the outside and think that it was one of those trendy pubs which brighton has so many of... and you would be right 'cos it aint. What the railway is, is an old school dodgy barstools kinda pub. The decor is far from modern and there are no uber trendy pictures on the wall. However, the beer is always good, the place is always clean and there are a few big-arse screens to watch the footie on. It's a comfortable pub and will be worth a visit during Euro 2008.
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Review of Sankey's Soap
30 May 08, 12:18
Good but not as good as it was
Sankey's Soap is a Manchester clubbing institution, housed within a former Soap factory it overcame a massive refurbishment in 2006, some would say for the better.. others would say it took the soul out of the soap. Still worth a visit though if in Manchester.
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Review of The Hawth Theatre
29 May 08, 11:27
Just what Crawley needed
This building sums up the difference between Crawley and Brighton. Crawley needed a theatre so they built one, when Brighton needs a new facility it takes them 60 years to get round to it! The Hawth isn't the Theatre Royal but there again it's a big step up from a civic centre. There are two auditoria, so it's able to put on big shows but also provide a reasonable size theatre that can be hired by local drama groups and stage schools, giving youngsters a chance to perform in a real theatre as opposed to the village hall. Has restaurant and bar, both of which are staffed properly so it is possible to get something to eat or drink without missing half the show.
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Review of The Brighton Marina Estate Management Company
29 May 08, 11:22
Brighton Marina 
First built in the 70s as the UK's largest Marina you end up wondering when they're ever going to finish it. I'm sure it's wonderful for yachtsmen and some of the shopping areas are okay, but what an appalling entrance to what should be a Monte Carlo experience. The carpark is probably the most horrible building in Sussex (ramps are far too narrow) and the cinema and other facilities in that area are terribly run down. I know the management company have big plans to improve the marina, they need to hurry up before they are overtaken by places like the Sovereign Harbour in Eastbourne.
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Review of Devonshire Park Tennis
29 May 08, 11:17
Not quite in the premier league
A little piece of Old England for a week in June; with a traditional tennis atmosphere of strawberries and pimms.
Centre court is a great facility but I'm always disappointed by the other courts which look exactly the same as the ones we used to have at school. It's always a bit of a shock to walk past what looks like a practice court to realise Martina Navratilova is playing Maria Sharapova whilst the spectators file past for their next meal. I suppose it's not worth spending a fortune developing the centre when it's used so rarely, but it would be nice to see it all brought up to the standard of centre court. Saying all that, it's still a wonderful day out. And as from 2009 there will be a mens tournament as well so perhaps there will be extra investment.
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Review of Brunswick Road Dental Practice
29 May 08, 10:54
No need to be frightened
I am a bit of a scaredy-cat when it comes to dentists, one two many teeth pulled out in my childhood/adolesence. But Brunswick Road Dental Practice is perfect for someone like me. They are kind and friendly, clean and efficient and importantly quick! I had my teeth cleaned recently and the hygenist was excellent, taking time to explain what she was doing and checking I was comfortable at regular intervals. If I didn't hate going to the dentist so much I'd recommend a trip!! :-)
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