The Moon Under Water

Since we launched The Moon Under Water we've been offering a very special benefit to those who subscribe to our top tier on Patreon (Legends Under Water). Anyone who donates £8 a month to help support the pub is forever immortalised in one of our monthly Patrons' Poems, which is included in our bonus monthly episode Behind The Cellar Door (that's available to anyone who subscribes to the top two t...

*This is part 2 of Oliver Peyton’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* In the other realm the UK is known the world over for its pubs. In fact, one could argue that it has the highest amount of good pubs per capita in the world (though we’re led to believe that Tefota in Tuva...

In the other realm the UK is known the world over for its pubs. In fact, one could argue that it has the highest amount of good pubs per capita in the world (though we’re led to believe that Tefota in Tuvalu is a belter which might mean they take that crown). But our food has always been somewhat lacking on the world stage. That’s changing, and this week’s guest is someone that’s had the privilege...

So far the library has been stocked by over 40 books, each one detailing some aspect of the beauty of pubs (although to be fair some of those links have been quite tenuous). Our guest this week is someone whose writing sits atop one of the shelves at The Moon Under Water, it's author and genuine pub legend Pete Brown! After Emma Inch and Lily Waite before him, Pete is the third 'Beer Writer of the...

So far the library has been stocked by over 40 books, each one detailing some aspect of the beauty of pubs (although to be fair some of those links have been quite tenuous). Our guest this week is someone whose writing sits atop one of the shelves at The Moon Under Water, it's author and genuine pub legend Pete Brown! After Emma Inch and Lily Waite before him, Pete is the third 'Beer Writer of the...

*This is part 2 of Sindhu Vee’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* The humble pub is a place that is celebrated the world over. Whether it be an alehouse in Adelaide or a tavern in Tallinn each country seems to have it’s own publy traditions and styles that date back hundred...

The humble pub is a place that is celebrated the world over. Whether it be an alehouse in Adelaide or a tavern in Tallinn each country seems to have it’s own publy traditions and styles that date back hundreds of years. Our guest this week is someone that has lived in a whole host of countries around the globe and, as a result, has experienced many different types of drinking establishment. It’s c...

*This is part 2 of Dotun Adebayo’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* We’re lucky here at The Moon Under Water in that we don’t have a closing time: we’re open no matter what time of day it is, which means a pint is always available. However, the same can’t be said for all p...

We’re lucky here at The Moon Under Water in that we don’t have a closing time: we’re open no matter what time of day it is, which means a pint is always available. However, the same can’t be said for all pubs. Most pubs call last orders at around midnight, and for the majority of the population that’s the perfect time to head back home for their night of slumber. But what if you work through the n...

*This is part 2 of our Merry Pinstmas episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* Monday 12th April 2021 is a day that will live long in the memory for pub lovers across all realms. The pub that we thought only exists in our minds, dreams and desires emerged from the mists and opened...

Monday 12th April 2021 is a day that will live long in the memory for pub lovers across all realms. The pub that we thought only exists in our minds, dreams and desires emerged from the mists and opened its door for the first time to welcome a whole host of guests to create their own dream pub for real. Yes, The Moon Under Water has had quite the year and it’s played host to some of the most accom...

*This is part 2 of Liam Williams’ episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* To many people the noughties was the golden age of pubs; pints for £2, The Pigeon Detectives and Babyshambles blasting out the jukebox, everyone dressed in the skinny jean / blazer combo… what’s not to love...

To many people the noughties was the golden age of pubs; pints for £2, The Pigeon Detectives and Babyshambles blasting out the jukebox, everyone dressed in the skinny jean / blazer combo… what’s not to love?! And even though The Moon Under Water has existed for centuries it’s able to morph itself into a pub from any given period in time. This week’s guest is someone that lived and breathed noughti...

*This is part 2 of Jan Ravens’ episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* There’s something very peculiar going on at The Moon Under Water, because as our next guest approaches we’re still not quite sure who it is. We can’t see their face through the mists, but it sounds like it mig...

There’s something very peculiar going on at The Moon Under Water, because as our next guest approaches we’re still not quite sure who it is. We can’t see their face through the mists, but it sounds like it might be Hyacinth Bucket? Wait no, now it sounds like Hillary Clinton? And now it sounds like Theresa May - what the hell is going on?! Ah, now it makes sense. As they step out of the mist and t...

The Moon Under Water is the only ‘Pub of the Mind’ present in the further realm. However, one thing not to be forgotten is that there is an innumerable number of realms out there, and with them an innumerable number of mystical pubs, alehouses, taverns and bars. Joining us this week is the proprietor of one such establishment… it’s the one and only Mike Bubbins!  Mike is a comedian, writer, a...

The Moon Under Water is the only ‘Pub of the Mind’ present in the further realm. However, one thing not to be forgotten is that there is an innumerable number of realms out there, and with them an innumerable number of mystical pubs, alehouses, taverns and bars. Joining us this week is the proprietor of one such establishment… it’s the one and only Mike Bubbins!  Mike is a comedian, writer, a...

*This is part 2 of Dan Snow’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* Pubs and alcohol have played a huge part in history throughout the years. Julius Caesar regularly held meetings at his local pub ‘Draco Rubrum’, Marie Curie ran a microbrewery that specialised in DIPA’s before...

Pubs and alcohol have played a huge part in history throughout the years. Julius Caesar regularly held meetings at his local pub ‘Draco Rubrum’, Marie Curie ran a microbrewery that specialised in DIPA’s before switching the her research in radioactivity and Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington ordered in 12 crates Stella ahead of the Battle of Waterloo. Now, we can’t confirm if any of those sc...

*This is part 2 of Abigail Newton’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* We’ve all been there: a beautiful pub reveals itself in the distance, resplendent in the gloaming hour. No alehouse has ever looked so inviting, so you decide to head in for the perfect pint of ale. But w...

We’ve all been there: a beautiful pub reveals itself in the distance, resplendent in the gloaming hour. No alehouse has ever looked so inviting, so you decide to head in for the perfect pint of ale. But wait; what’s that they’re serving on draught?! 3 lagers and a fruity cider?! Where’s the real ale? Where’s the bitter?! For the love of God where’s the mild?! It’s a common problem, but thankfully...

*This is part 2 of Robbie Knox’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* The Moon Under Water is a place of magic and mystique where guests can create a pub beyond their wildest dreams. However, we never forget to see the beauty in the normal things that oft go unnoticed at the p...

The Moon Under Water is a place of magic and mystique where guests can create a pub beyond their wildest dreams. However, we never forget to see the beauty in the normal things that oft go unnoticed at the pub: the pump clips, the drip trays, the scented urinal cakes, the licensing notice above the bar. And this week’s guest is someone that knows all about finding the beauty in the mundane; it’s Y...

*This is part 2 of Self Esteem's episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* Having live music at The Moon Under Water has always been a point of contention with our guests (CC: Tim key). Some people love it, some people aren’t so sure. However, everyone would be in agreement that a...

Having live music at The Moon Under Water has always been a point of contention with our guests (CC: Tim key). Some people love it, some people aren’t so sure. However, everyone would be in agreement that a live singalong would be a MUST if this week’s guest was to walk into any alehouse; whether it’s in the further realm or not. In our final live episode we are so excited to welcome singer-songwr...