Joshua Tree, Redhill

Overlooking Earlswood Common, this used to be a Friary Meux pub called the Railway Inn. It later became known as the Albatross and was for a while a Shepherd Neame pub. Evidence of the latter's ownership can be seen by the lanterns outside the pub. Following a period of closure it reopened as the Joshua Tree in 2001. Today it is a smart one bar pub which is well colour co-ordinated. Subtle tones of orange and brown have been used for the walls, ceiling and also the soft furnishings, and there is modern art on the walls. The L-shaped bar leads to a striking separate domed and rounded restaurant. The licensee is a former chef and so it is not surprising that the pub is well known for good quality food, for which fresh produce is used. This is served from 6-9 Tuesday to Friday, 12-2:30 and 6-9 Saturday and from 12-4:30 Sunday. Up to four real ales are sold, one of which is a house beer. There is also a decent wine list. Note that the pub is closed Mondays.