The Kings Head, Altarnun

We use this pub as often as we can, it being conveniently located close to the A30. It was threatened a year or so ago with possible closure but the present landlady has made a good pub even better. There is always a good variety of real ales and interesting cider and the menu includes both regular pub dishes and some interesting daily specials - all at very fair prices. There are two bars, one with games and one for drinking and eating - both frequented by appreciative locals. A further room serves as a restaurant when the place is busy - as it always is on Sunday lunchtimes. Altogether a good place: a free house and with genuine unpretentious character.

16 Jun 2010 21:16

The Bulls Head, Brinklow

A large, modernised pub with plenty of semi-separate eating areas. It seems to cater for visitors and parties more than for village locals (there are other pubs in Brinklow for them) but it was the only one offering food on a Monday evening. There was nobody just drinking, though the Black Sheep beer was in good condition. Food, unless you eat before 19.00 and get an "early bird" meal, is not cheap and very ordinary. Sweets appeared to be of the bought-in microwaved variety. Staff were friendly and helpful but their product is not outstanding.

16 Jun 2010 21:07

The Old Plough, Braunston

Had an excellent meal here (four of us) on a Sunday evening when food is often harder to find. Some dishes (from a varied and well-priced menu) were "sold out" but that's because many items are home-made and they'd had a busy weekend. Service was quick and friendly and the beer (I had Black Sheep bitter) was in excellent condition. This is a clean and well-run village pub, not a smart restaurant - and all the better for it.

16 Jun 2010 21:00