Reviews The Draper's Arms

Good food cheap price and friendly staff. Been many times nice outside garden with balcony. Only had to send a few orders back in the past for different items. Hopefully these high standards will continue.

I've been to the Drapers Arm (Wetherspoons) in Peterborough for various events, and I have to say, it deserves a solid four stars. It's a fantastic place to visit, mainly because it's close to the Peterborough Bus Station. It's perfect when waiting for the bus and wanting to grab a drink or two. It's your typical Wetherspoons experience, where you can order your food and drinks at the bar or through their phone app. I did notice one thing, though. The tables there tend to be a bit sticky, probably from spilt drinks by previous customers. It can make you feel a little uncomfortable dealing with that stickiness. Another thing is that the place is quite dimly lit and lacks natural light. Some of the light bulbs are in serious need of replacement. On a positive note, I like that they offer options to adjust the brightness at individual tables. However, they are often full or still have glasses left behind by previous customers. However, the historical tidbits they have on display caught my attention. They've posted information about the building's past, which I find fascinating. Can you believe that about 124 years ago, this unique building was built for Charles Armstrong? He was a draper and milliner, selling fancy clothes and hats. This place was his home for nearly a century! When they constructed the new building, Charles Armstrong moved his store here from another site called New Road. Over time, his store grew until it took over the entire building. And here's the significant part: five of his six children helped him run the store until he passed away in 1926. But that wasn't the end of the story! The store continued, evolving to sell carpets, curtains, and linens. It kept operating in this very building until around 1996. Isn't that simply mind-blowing?

Absolutely Loved it here, great garden terrace and balcony,prices great and food..by far the best staff ever!! Micky was just amazing to us and made the experience even better.Other bar staff were very accommodating too.We were a family group visiting from London.will definitely return on our next visit 👏👏❤

I brought my Croatian parents there because it's my favourite spoons in Peterborough, and they loved it! So much, that after taking them there for breakfast, they wanted to have lunch there too. Especially if you manage to catch a booth, the atmosphere is so nice and cosy! Food and drinks are exactly what to expect from spoons. Both cheap, and food is medium quality but more than worth it for the price!

Has to be nicest pub in city centre, food so lovely, good price and staff are so welcoming and professional. Also location is lovely because away from the centre hustle and bustle but always a joy to frequent.

A lot of people seem to look down their noses at Wetherspoon establishments ... I find that a little strange. The Drapers is a fairly typical example of what you can expect... Good atmosphere, reasonable range of drinks. Basic but decent quality food and all at a very fair price. Service is usually great and speedy. If you use the app, you don't even have to queue at a till to order. Give it a try... You'll probably have a great visit.

Good prices , selection, both drinks and food. Staff amazingly helpful and friendly, Nelly Chris's Tasha and Jack.

Just had lunch with my brother, excellent food and really good value, was also lots of choices and very pleasant sitting on the terrace enjoying the nice weather