The Highwayman, Rainow

Now closed - big shame as this place had lots of character..

21 Apr 2010 10:06

Little Barrel, Dudley

Worst pub I've ever been in - by a long way! Don't expect ale, all 8 hand-pumps are just there for the flies to sit on. Do keep your mouth shut on the way out (if you accidentally wander in) - flies are everywhere.. grim.

10 Dec 2009 13:38

The Alehouse, Reading

Good beers, great character, nice ambience - I liked this pub but really wanted to love it - "hygiene factors" let it down; just needs someone to clean it better and more!

17 Jun 2008 22:11

Blind Jacks, Knaresborough

Agree with all the positive reviews - really glad I visited after seeing recommendations on BITE; will definitely go out of my way to go back. Friendly, cosy, good beer selection.

17 Jun 2008 22:04

The Old Red Lion, Holmes Chapel

Although there are other pubs in the village we always end up here, so I suppose this is my local. It's an Ember Inn, so you know that there'll be no huge surprises. Having said that, this is a large, clean, very friendly, consistent place to eat and drink. And the real ales are varied and well kept, with tasters freely available.

17 Jun 2008 19:37

The Beartown Tap, Congleton

Very unique pub. Tiny bar stocking what seems like hundreds of beers. Diverse and friendly crowd of beer-lovers. Definitely one of the best real pubs..

17 Jun 2008 19:18

The Bluebell, Smallwood

Homely, friendly, characterful, great beers, beautiful beer garden. A proper pub.. probably my favoutite pub!

17 Jun 2008 19:13

The Pigs Nose, East Prawle

One of the most magical pubs I've ever been to. Eccentric is the right word. Brilliant live music, drinking until early hours, dressing-up box (funny hats all round), very child-friendly. We got there late and there was no cash machine in the village - but the barmaid happily suggested we keep drinking and settle up later as we were there all weekend, weren't we?!

17 Jun 2008 19:09

The Herschel Arms, Slough

Not just the best pub I've found in Slough, but one of the best anywhere. Very good jukebox and Guinness. Landlord naturally very hospitable. I stay in Slough through work now and again and will always visit this pub.

17 Jun 2008 19:03