"Sean, 58, says he loved everything about fatherhood when the kids were little, but also relished time with adult company in pubs. He believes parents today have many options for family entertainment and questions why pubs should cater to children when it spoils the experience for others."
"Phil Smith, from Reading, has teenage children who regularly join him at the pub. He states, 'There's nothing better than a weekend where there is a proper mix of people of all ages in the pub. It makes it more lively and people are generally friendlier than if it was just blokes.'"
Many UK pubs are implementing restrictions or bans on children, citing safety issues and a shift in atmosphere. Public opinion is mixed; some support adult-only spaces, while others believe children should be allowed if properly supervised. Sean, a father, expresses concern over unsupervised children causing disruptions, while Phil, a pub-goer, values the lively atmosphere created by a mix of ages. The Audley pub in London maintains a family-friendly policy, requiring under-18s to be accompanied by an adult.
Read at www.theguardian.com
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]