The Mainwaring Arms, Newcastle under Lyme

It's hard to find things not to like about the Mainwaring. Good selection of real ales (Pedigree and Coach House Farriers plus two others), great food locally sourced and three open fires that are actually alight. No intrusive backgrond music or games machines. James the excellent landlord and Chris ("you know when you've been Gibbo-ed") the bar manager complete the picture. The pub is owned by the Mainwaring family who own Whitmore Hall next door. Almost too good to be true.

15 Dec 2008 14:20