The Turf Tavern, Bloxwich

This remains my favourite pub in the Midlands (possibly in the country). A good changing selection of beers, an unspoilt Victorian interior (grade II listed), a friendly relaxed atmosphere and no music to spoil the pleasant sound of people talking over a good pint.
Forget the fact that CAMRA have dropped it from the Good Beer Guide 2008 - they obviously don't know what they are doing (it is one of their "National Inventory" pubs worth saving but not even worth a mention in their guide for a visit???). This is a great pub.

23 Sep 2007 18:10

Diamond, Londonderry

An oasis in the North-west for those who want a decent ale rather than lager or guinness; it has become a regular for me when visiting the area. Prices very cheap. Clean modern decor but lacking in soul. Staff very helpful. Food decent enough and very reasonably priced too.

22 Jan 2006 09:22

The Bulls Head, Barston

Agree with the previous comments, a decent busy but friendly pub serving 4 real ales and a selection of fruit wines as well as the usual stuff. Good pub food too which (as with the beer) is fairly, but not cheaply, priced. Very welcoming log fire in the lounge in winter, and benches to sit outside in the summer. My only negative would be that it can get rather smoky inside given the small rooms and number of people in there.

22 Jan 2006 09:12