And a tankard of bitter at Sonning!

We've had a long pull, and our hunger is keen,

We've all a superb appetite!

The lettuce is crisp, and the cresses are green,

The ale it is beady and bright;

New potatoes galore, and delicious green peas—

The Skipper avers they are "stunning"—

With cuts of cold beef and a prime Cheddar cheese,

And a tankard of bitter at Sonning!

The windows are open, the lime-scented breeze