Feathers, Merstham

Imposing Grade II listed multi-balconied and half-timbered edifice which displays much evidence of the arts and crafts movement. Although the multitude of tiny wood-framed ground floor windows with their circular dimples seem in keeping with the architecture, two attractive frosted and etched door windows (one exterior, one interior) depicting the Prince of Wales's feathers hint at the existence of an earlier scheme. Other stained and leaded examples on the north side suggest a later extension has been incorporated into the pub proper. Though internal divisions have long-gone, careful retention and modification of the original heavy wooden bar, plus differing styles of decor, help divide the pub up into distinctive areas. The mix of contemporary and original seems to work well here and appears popular with young and old alike. Other features worthy of note are a superb mirror, plus a large number of small cast-iron fireplaces which "shout" Art Nouveau!Families are welcome before 6pm.