Close to Addiscombe Tram Stop, the Claret & Ale is a small, privately owned friendly free house with a constantly changing selection of cask ales in addition to the popular Palmers IPA. Current and coming beers - often including a second Palmers beer - are indicated on a special board on the wall opposite the bar. The TV screens show a variety of sporting events. Events are held to raise money for charity. The pub has often been the local CAMRA branch's Pub of the Year.