A visit to the Isle of Man is often described as going back in time to a more gentle era.

A visit to The Liverpool Arms seems to confirm this.

Set in the countryside between Douglas and Laxey, this former Coaching House is many peoples image of a country pub. From its friendly bar with walls covered with gleaming brasses, the intimate dining room where the table bases are original sewing machine stands, to the bench seats surrounding a small pond and, during the summer months, a profusion of flower pots and hanging baskets, The Liverpool Arms really is a pub of the type fast disappearing elsewhere in the British Isles.

Operated by Nigel and Marilyn Dobson, 'The L.A.' as it is known throughout the Island, also tries to provide the standards set by generations of publicans before them. Nigel takes great pride in the quality of his Real Ales and Marilyn insists that the menu is made up of Real Food!

But a visit to the L.A. isn't just about the food, a good pint of Okells Bitter or Marstons Pedigree. It is also about the warmth of the welcome. And this doesn't just come from mine hosts and their team.

The L.A. might be the epitome of the traditional country pub, but if you look closely you will see that this cosy and welcoming environment also embraces the 21st century.

With large screen plasma televisions discretely incorporated into the décor, the L.A. is the perfect place to enjoy the big match over a pint. Or, if you need to keep in touch with the office during lunch, then why not take advantage of the pubs WiFi connection, allowing laptop users to wirelessly connect to ADSL broadband free of charge. There is also free use of an internet computer which might just keep the kids busy while you have a meal!

So whether you live on the Island, or are planning a visit, you have found The Liverpool Arms web site, now come and experience the welcome.

When you read the menu you can be sure that when Steak and Kidney Pudding is offered, it is made in a Pyrex bowl in our kitchens, that the Cod is the freshest available and the secret of our batter is flour, water, salt. Nothing else. The burgers are home made, and the curries, well; the aroma in the kitchens when they are being prepared is something else...