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The Gunmakers Arms, Birmingham
I understand that it should reopen in December 2015.
Nick S Phillips
23 Nov 2015 21:35
The Gunmakers Arms, Birmingham
Sorry to report but "Gunmakers" is closed.
Nick S Phillips
19 Jul 2015 09:19
Back in Jan 2014 I found the service at Church was very poor.
Last night they was unable to serve any beer. Problems with cooler.
I will return soon to try the beer.
Nick phillips
26 May 2015 20:50
Was passing the other night, still a warm welcome but you canot turn the clock back. I only had time to stay for one drink but would like to make time for another visit.
I have very fond memories and I agree that its time for new ones to be made.
I will revisit.
I would not put a rating after such a short visit.
Nick S Phillips
1 Oct 2014 15:47
I was pleased to have a pint or two the other day at "The Chandlers". They have done a lot work inside, it took me some time to work out my way around.
I had a warm welcome no one I remember from the past. If I lived ion the village I would enjoy a drink or two and maybe even more.
A lot of food on the go.
Nick S Phillips
Birmingham.
1 Oct 2014 15:33
I was pleased to have a pint or two the other day at "The Chandlers". They have done a lot work inside, it took me some time to work out my way around.
I had a warm welcome no one I remember from the past. If I lived ion the village I would enjoy a drink or two and maybe even more.
A lot of food on the go.
Nick S Phillips
Birmingham.
1 Oct 2014 15:33
I was pleased to have a pint or two the other day at "The Chandlers". They have done a lot work inside, it took me some time to work out my way around.
I had a warm welcome no one I remember from the past. If I lived ion the village I would enjoy a drink or two and maybe even more.
A lot of food on the go.
Nick S Phillips
Birmingham.
1 Oct 2014 15:33
I was pleased to have a pint or two the other day at "The Chandlers". They have done a lot work inside, it took me some time to work out my way around.
I had a warm welcome no one I remember from the past. If I lived ion the village I would enjoy a drink or two and maybe even more.
A lot of food on the go.
Nick S Phillips
Birmingham.
1 Oct 2014 15:33
Was passing, so called in Stood at the bar with money in hand. Two bar staff talking to each other regarding the t v the night before after few mins gave in and left.
On the way back thought I would try again, staff still talking to each other rather then looking after customers.
This is a pub with great history, will go back and hope I get the beer that I hoped for at last visit.
Nick S Phillips.
5 Jan 2014 11:19
They have done a lot too this pub but I am pleased to say the beer and service not changed. Good beer good service.
Nick S Phillips
15 Dec 2013 20:27
Was passing today. Still closed but a sold notice outside. Locals say its going to reopen soon no date.
Nick S Phillips
1 Sep 2013 17:59
Was passing today. It was sad to see a once great pub closed down.
Nick S Phillips.
1 Sep 2013 17:54
The Lampet Arms, Upper Tadmarton
Was passing today, the doors were open and a warm welcome.
Served a good pint of Hook Norton.
Nick S Phillips
1 Sep 2013 17:50
It nice to see Andy Taylor post a note. He and his family worked hard at the pub,
Locals still remember the Taylor's. When they purchased the pub Brian offered David Godfrey £1 deposit good faith, David was rather taken back.
We had some good nights and some times we saw the sun rise. People used to travel miles because of the food.
Nick S Phillips
11 Aug 2013 12:23
June 2nd 2013. I did not think would ever have another drink in "The Church".
A lot of work gone into getting the pub open once more. The pub had a good turn out, people seemed to be enjoying both the food and to me more important the beer.
When I walked in a warm welcome.
I hope it works well and I will return in the next few weeks.
For those who remember good times at "THE CHURCH" it is worth another visit.
Nick S Phillips
5 Jun 2013 19:53
I was passing "The Church" on 16/04/2013. Still closed. But work going on inside.
I had a E-Mail this week, the person feels sure that the doors may reopen in around 4 weeks time.
I hope he is correct.
Nick S Phillips.
26 Apr 2013 19:57
Called in the other night. Beer at normal high standard.
Some work going on to give some more space.
This is a great pub and you know the beer going to be of high standard and staff who also care.
Nick S Phillips
26 Mar 2013 14:41
The Lampet Arms, Upper Tadmarton
Was passing a few weeks ago, it looked open did not have time to stop and check.
Nick S Phillips
11 Mar 2013 19:36
I was told that this pub is now closed. I used to live in Swalcliffe in the 70's. Some nights it was hard to even grt into the pub.
I am shocked if its true that it is closed.
Nick S Phillips.
8 Jan 2013 16:53
I have drank in this pub for over forty years, seen some great land lords and staff. Ray Wilkes knew how to offer a beer, not been a beer drinker him self he took pride in his pub.
He put on food and people would travel many miles to eat. The beer and food never got in the way od each other.
I hope that the refurb does not kill the history of this once great place. Birmingham needs the history of its pubs and we have allowed many pubs to get in the hands of people , who drink in bars not pubs.
I look forward to having a drink once more and hope its more then one drink that I return I have.
Nick S Phillips
Birmingham.
27 Dec 2012 17:32
Was passing the "Church" last night the lights on but door closed. No idea what was going on but I hope its goon news and the door will reopen soon.
Nick S Phillips
9 Dec 2012 17:55
Very sad to see a pub closed. This was for many years a great pub. I was sure the last time it closed that it had gone with no return. hope this is not the dase this time.
We need to see a younger Ray / Pat looking after back in charge.
If/ when it does open I will return to give it a chance.,drank in this pub since 1967.
Nick S Phillips.
3 Dec 2012 20:04
Was passing, so called in for a pint. The same old welcome. This is a pub I miss a lot.The beer is always of a high standard.
Nick Phillips
16 Jun 2012 17:59
The Lampet Arms, Upper Tadmarton
Hi jackienoqet, is this pub closed down?
Nick S Phillips
7 May 2012 18:38
You known that you will get a welcome when you arrive, and the reward is a good beer.
With only 16 beers on tap you can always find one to enjoy.
Thanks to all the staff for the service in 2011 and look forward to another year which I am sure will be good beer after good beer.
Nick S Phillips
27 Dec 2011 00:00
I do not visit often these days, but I do enjoy those odd visits. The beer is always of high standard so is the food.
If I did not have to travel I would turn into a regular customer.
Nick S Phillips
19 Dec 2011 22:37
The Gunmakers Arms, Birmingham
Yet another visit, a good pint of Monty's Mo Jo 3.8, next will be Monty's Ding Ding 4.4.
The beer well kept, goes down well.
Nick S Phillips
Birmingham.
17 Dec 2011 18:00
I used to visit this pub over the new year for many years, I have looked for a place to rent for coming new year, but was not able to find one.
Always enjoyed the visit, will try to make a visit in the summer.
Nick S Phillips
Birmingham
4 Dec 2011 17:01
The Gunmakers Arms, Birmingham
HAND PULL NOW IN PLACE.
Montys "Summer Time" �2.60 a pint and a very good pint. Went for a pint, left after 6.
This pub was closed for over two years, a lot work gone into getting this pub back on its feet.
Well worth a vist, its a tardus pub two main rooms, a pool room, large garden area.
And a very warm welcome.
Nick S Phillips.
4 Dec 2011 16:41
You are always sure of a warm welcome, and staff that understand how a beer should be.
Nick S Phillips
18 Nov 2011 18:39
The Bishop Blaize Inn, Burdrop
Was driving past the pub on 2nd September 2011. Some work men outside. Asked if the was going to reopen.
They said they were doing some work due to a flood
They had no idea what the plan is for the pub.
Nick S Phillips
Birmingham.
5 Sep 2011 14:37
The Gunmakers Arms, Birmingham
THIS PUB IS NOW OPEN AND WELL WORTH A VISIT
NICK S PHILLIPS
17 May 2011 17:58
The Gunmakers Arms, Birmingham
I am very pleased to report that the GUN MAKERS is open 25/03/2011.
It was nice to be the first customer, at present no hand pull beer but its on its way.
They have done a lot work in the pub.
I will return for a beer or two.
Its good news to to report.
Nick S Phillips
26 Mar 2011 09:08
Hi all, I miss my visits to this great little pub. I met dinigrow, who was working hard behind the bar.
I miss a great beer, staff who try hard to make you welcome and great pub.
For those who have not yet made a visit, Coleshill rail St not to far away and apart from the Green Man you will find many more pubs around that would take a full days visit.
But the Green Man I am sure is number one
Nick S Phillips
Birmingham.
28 Dec 2010 18:37
Had some friends from Daventry, where did we end up? you got it the Wellington.
You are always sure of a welcome and Nigel proved this when we arrived even though they had not been for four months.
And you are always sure of a Great pint.
Nick S Phillips
Birmingham
14 Dec 2010 19:25
If I was in the area this is a Pub that I would visit.
Well worth a visit at any time of the year.
Nick S Phillips
Birmingham.
14 Dec 2010 19:03
The Gunmakers Arms, Birmingham
Rumour on the street say this pub is due to reopen.
Not sure if this is true, have seen lights on the last few weeks but no movement.
Can not give a rating, but will if the doors reopen
Nick S Phillips
24 Nov 2010 18:36
Is it not a great pity that some people have to express comments on this site that families can read, that use such words that were used by nokegthanks on 15/09/2010.
If he does not like this or any other pub I would fully support his views, but would he like such words to be used with regard to himself.
I shall be going to the Wellington tonight. I known that I will be a warm welcome when I arrive. Then I will have to choose from 15 beers.
It is well worth a visit. I often take visitors to the Wellington, the next time they arrive they ask to revisit the place.
Nick S Phillips.
26 Sep 2010 18:50
The Gunmakers Arms, Birmingham
I understand that the pub is due to reopen soon.
I hope it is true.
Nick S Phillips
26 Sep 2010 18:12
This pub is always worth a visit.
The beer of a good standard, they also serve very good food.
If I lived in the area I would visit often.
Nick S Phillips.
14 Aug 2010 18:40
Never been in this pub but I see it gone back to it's old name "Witton Arms"
12 Aug 2010 13:36
Was in the pub last night. Enjoyed a few great beers, all with a good head.
A well run pub, with only 15 beers on tap at any one time
Well worth a visit.
Nick S Phillips
Birmingham
9 Aug 2010 10:42
Patrick66 comments on 22 July 2010.
I was pleased that he says he is "no expert"
If you ask for a head on your pint the staff are more then pleased to do so.
He also questioned if the lines are kept clean?
The staff are seen cleaning the pipes regular.
To say that the beer taste the same, I have never had two beers that taste the same.
Nick S Phillips
Birmingham.
1 Aug 2010 21:18
I was in the area yesterday, so called in at "The Dog". A change of land lady since my last visit.
Was made very welcome. Some work been done inside and out.
If I lived local, this would be a regular stop for me.
The beer well kept. The regulars state that the food is of a good standard at a fair price.
This pub is well worth a visit.
Nick S Phillips.
1 Aug 2010 20:43
Please see my review of 11/07/09. I still have not been back, passed many times looked into a empty bar. I note that my review was only one of three in 2009.
If you look at the history of the reviews they came thick and fast in 08,07, you will see in Dec 08 I felt the Church was on it's way back.
But please note I have not been back since 2009 and see no reason why I should.
27 Apr 2010 21:51
I always make apoint to take my visters too the Wellington. When they revisit they ask to return.
You are always sure of awarm welcome
Nickphillips
28 Feb 2010 14:00
The Gunmakers Arms, Birmingham
Passing the pub last night, sad to see it is still closed, is this going to be another lost pub?
Nick Phillips
28 Feb 2010 13:35
I was at the Bell on 21st January 2010 to say last good bye to the late Dorothy Sankey.
The staff made us all welcome. The beer and food were good.
I will make time to visit at evening time to see if I need to update my comment made on 26 June 2008.
Nick Phillips.
23 Jan 2010 11:58
I ws glad tobe in the area last week, so called in for a beer or two.
I was pleased to see the pub still offers a welcome.
Nick Phillips.
6 Jan 2010 15:56
Christmas time was very busy time at the Bull.
This is in my mind one of the best pub in Birmingham. Beer good so is the food.
You are sure of a welcome at the door.
Nick Phillips
6 Jan 2010 15:53
The Bishop Blaize Inn, Burdrop
I was passing the pub last week, the place is looking very sad.
Nick Phillips
6 Jan 2010 15:49
The Lampet Arms, Upper Tadmarton
I was in the area last week, But the pub was closed even though it was lunch time.
Nick Phillips
14 Dec 2009 17:48
The Gunmakers Arms, Birmingham
It is always sad to see a pud closed. Let's hope someone will reopen the doors.
Nick Phillips
14 Dec 2009 17:45
Winter time a great time to visit this pub. A great open fire, fine beer good food.
14 Dec 2009 17:36
I would like to thank Helan her staff and regulars who were present on 25th September 2009, when we said farewell to my father.
Eric Phillips died at the age of 95 it was only seven days before that he was at the Green Man, he always felt very welcome enjoyed the fact that he would always find some one to have a chat with regardless of age.
He only became a regular some eleven years ago but when I went to vist him he was quick to say let's go and have a drink at the Green Man.
His Grand Children, Great Grand Children, were pleased to say farewell in a place that he had spoken of many times to them, they now understood why he enjoyed his night out at the Green Man.
Thanks from his Boys.
18 Oct 2009 11:01
I used to live in Swalcliffe and used to enjoy a drink at the Chandlers.
It's a tardus pub, with a very large garden. The beer is Hook Norton always at it's best.
It's diffcult pub to find but if you make the effort you will go back a second time i'am sure.
24 Jul 2009 11:58
I have drank in the Church for over 40 years. On 4th June 2009 I was looking forward to a drink at the Church. When I walked in four people were at the bar, one of which were Vickey the (land lady). The person who was with Vickey made a very offence comment to me. To my shock Vickey even though she heard the comment she made no comment it appears that it was acceptable.
I no longer feel able to support this pub which I had great hopes Vickey would bring back to life.
11 Jul 2009 12:55
The Bishop Blaize Inn, Burdrop
I remember this pub from the 70's, it was great little pub.
Nick Phillips
8 May 2009 23:16
The Lampet Arms, Upper Tadmarton
I used to live in the net village, I still visit when in the area. It is always well run pub.
Countrypubgoer must have just gone on a bad day, it is well worth a visit.
Trust me
Nick Phillips
8 May 2009 23:12
A lot good work gone into this pub this year. Those of you who have had many good time at the Church over the years should visit it once more. You could be in for a surprise.
Nick Phillip
13 Dec 2008 14:37
Well it that time once more when the Christmas party starts.
No matter how many arrive you will be sure of a welcome.
I am lucky, I visit all the year round
Nick Phillips
13 Dec 2008 14:25
The Gunmakers Arms, Birmingham
I was at the "GunMakers" last night and it was not my first visit this week.
It was nice to see some newfaces in the pub.
Hope to see others discover the pub soon.
Nick.
14 Sep 2008 12:26
Hi all, if you can get a copy of "Out inn Brum" turn to page 16 and I think it's well worth a read.
I was pleased to see that a substantial refurbishment is under way.
It was also good to see good food been served.
I wish Viki would turn the music down a bit, but if thats all I can find fault with I lookforward to many more good nights out.
This is a pub thats on its way back.
Well done Viki and Staff.
14 Sep 2008 12:17
I was going to say pub closed, but I see crazy_joe_devola already done so.
Not a pub I used a lot but I would have thought that with all the workers in the area they some one could make this place work.
31 Aug 2008 11:16
I have very fond memories of this pub. Back in 1974 Wilf Jeffreies with Margaret ran the pub, I asked Wilf for a job one night and worked for them for years he sacked me many times I was back behind the bar the next shift. We were friends for years.
Then it was a locals pub that was before the M6 & M42 I think the last bus from Birmingham was 23.00hrs.
The pub was in the winter always had an open fire in both rooms. We often had a bonfire on what was the old bowling green.
I find it impossable to pass, I drink in the bar and I still feel the welcome in the place and I would recommend that you visit. The village got some good walks still.
The pub and village have a lot of history around. Come out of the pub cross the road go up the hill ( the old off license was there) turn right at the top you will find a almost lost road.
22 Aug 2008 20:08
The problem with this pub is it's wrong side of the city, It nice to see a pub with a number small rooms.
The garden larger enough to hold a coach party and more.
Not able to remember the name of the ale ( Blonde ? ) but it was served well.
Would visit more often if I was local.
22 Aug 2008 19:11
The Gunmakers Arms, Birmingham
I have known of this pub for years, it was a very small pub.
Well I made a visit the other day to find that major work been done to the place.
The inside looks like the "tardus" but I did not see Dr who, he may have been in some corner.
The garden is like another room.
Sam just needs people to discover the place, if the sun would come out the garden be great place to spend to afternoon.
Well worth a visit.
22 Aug 2008 18:13
I am pleased to see Vickey working hard at the Church. She does seem keen to make her mark on the pub.
I am pleased to see the locals coming back to the pub and Vickey does seem to understand that it does not happen over night.
Those of you who have not yet been back for a visit i feel may be pleased if they did
22 Aug 2008 18:00
Hi all, you will see that I have already said a few words regarding the "Green Man" on 26th June 08 this was in reponce to the comment of A_drinker in October 2006. I felt his comments were rather out of date.
I was at the Green man again on 29th June 08, thats twice in a week. It was a rather busy night, at the next table a young man was sat with his family in conversation with my father who's 94 he said he was 20 and he was not the youngest in the pub.
I feel you should visit and post a comment to show what a welcoming place it is and at the same time you can have a well kept beer.
So I do recomend that this is a place to visit.
30 Jun 2008 11:51
To enjoy this pub you need youth on your side and to be of an age when you just discovered cider.
I would not want to drink in a place that needs bouncers.
But to be fare to the place it's a nursery for drinkers the bouncers may be to keep them in and safe.
26 Jun 2008 12:46
The Green man is a locals pub, having drank at the pub since ths age of 18ish some forty years. I feel I can say that it is a frendly place to visit even if you are lucky enough to be under forty.
Helan present landlady done a lot to bring the pub into present high standards and I assure you a warm wecome no matter what your age.
Helan also made a graet effort for the smokers, if you are a smoker worth a visit
26 Jun 2008 12:25
If your are looking for a English village pub, this will be on your list.
Beer at it's best, the down side is it is at times very busy this may have something to do with the beer.
Don't just visit in the summer in the winter you will see a log fire that you will want to go back and have a second look to make sure you saw wright the first time.
26 Jun 2008 11:59
I was looking at pubs that I have known from the past and came accross "The Farmers Arms".
Between 1969 - 1979 I used to spend January in the village and most nights at the pub.
I always felt welcome and never remember a bad pint.
If you are a walker, the area full of great walks, from just a stroll down to the river to some great climb, those not able to walk far some great drives ( dont miss the "Butter tubs pass"),for some reason no one drives fast.
I rememeber one winter we could not get the car out due to the snow. a farmer got out his tractor and got us on our way it took hours. That the sort of welcome you get.
Must go back with luck it may snow.
Nick Phillips
Birmingham.
26 Jun 2008 11:45
Last night 24th June 2008, I was verey pleased to walk into The Church Inn @ Hockley. I thought the last time I was there was going to be the last.
I thought it would close and become even more flats, so it was with joy that I walked in to be met with a welcome from the new landlady "Vicky".
The pub been closed for a few weeks, Vicky said that she's had a lot of work to get the pub ready to welcome customers back and still got a lot to do.
It was even more pleasing to see some of the old regulars come in.
Vicky said that she not sure what her plans are, she hopes to put on food but needs to do some work on the kitchen first.
The Church able to offer "sunchaser" @ " Holdens Blackcountry" after a few pints I can confirm both are good.
This coming Friday 27th June Vicky putting on an opening party:-
Karaoke/DJ
Buffet
Bubbly.
I look forward to a few more enjoyable nights at the Church.
25 Jun 2008 12:20
The Bull always worth a visit, it nice to see staff who care that the beer served to a high standard.
They also serve food that your mother would approve of.
The Bull is able to offer a choice of three rooms where you are able to enjoy your beer and talk to the person the other side of the table with no back room noise.
For the smoker The Bull set out a garden space where you can sit in comfort.
Nick Phillips
24 Jun 2008 13:25
I understand that the Church will reopen today.
"The Church Inn" gone through a bad time since Pat & Rays retirement.
I have not yet met Vicky ( New landlady ) I wish her well & look forward to the return of those loyal customers, who I am sure will return if we see good beer and a welcome at the door. Not seen that welcome for some time.
I hope to see some of those regulars soon. I shall have one or two tonight, hope to see you.
Nick Phillips
24 Jun 2008 13:04
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The Gunmakers Arms, Birmingham
It may have got off to a slow start.
Beer goes down well, the staff enjoy serving a Birmingham made beer and I see people drinking beer who at one time would only drink the larger..
I recommend you visit and judge for your self.
Nick S Phillips 🏃.
22 Mar 2016 22:43