During the initial lockdown, six friends, who have known each other for 30 years plus, decided that rather than not see each other regularly, we would meet up virtually on a Friday night.
It was suggested we could take turns in selecting records to listen to in the week and then discuss them, reminisce and of course have a pint, and that’s how the Goose and Growler started. Two of the regulars, myself and Craig, are both separate residents on Lower Road and one of the events we celebrated was Craig’s 50th birthday in October. It had to be done virtually due to the pandemic but we still managed to surprise him. We have regulars from Yorkshire, Liverpool, New Brighton and have had guests from places as diverse as Coventry and Dubai. It’s a great way to catch up and has become almost normal now.
Whenever possible we try and support local businesses and have used The Railway, The Rose and Crown, Glen Affrick Brewery and The Bow Legged Beagle, amongst many others, to source our refreshments. There have been beermats, pint glasses, t-shirts and even Christmas cards produced as souvenirs of this strange time.
CONTRIBUTED BY
Steve Owen
CAT NO. VIL02
