I have been going to The Cumberland for a few years now and have to say it's a great local pub, with good food, drinks and on the whole a very relaxing ambience. I can only recall of one time when I wasn't able to get a table, becuase of a party, which on a lazy weekend is quite important to me. I like to go there with a small group of friends, as we can chat away in peace over a nice bottle of wine. The food is really quite good, particularly the complimentary bread which is always warm, and the suasage pasta dish is great for a hangover! The staff are always friendly and helpful, and it seems that dogs are always welcome, which i really like. I wouldn't say this is a pub you go to on a big night out, but if you live locally, its definitely worth a visit. The only recommendation I would have for the owners would be to update the furniture… some of the chairs are a bit rickety!