Shelton Lock sounds like a New Zealand rugby player but, in fact, it is one of those Derby suburbs just off the A514. (Crown, Crown & Arrows, New Bridge Inn and House of Darwin in pub order) Sandwiched in between Allenton and Chellaston it is arguably lesser known than its two near neighbours but it… Continue reading Hipsters In Shelton Lock
Allenton’s Crown Jewel
Yes, yes it’s all good fun promoting this #NationalBassDay but I know Martin really wants me to post about edgy estate style boozers that are rarely visited by CAMRA. In fact Martin often suggests there are some pubs where CAMRA send in their quickest member – usually Stafford Paul – to check what’s on the… Continue reading Allenton’s Crown Jewel
The Breaston Trilogy
Having discovered the delights of Breaston it only seemed fair to ensure I visited ALL the hostelries in this quintessential middle England village. Not only has it got a Village Green it is an Urban Village Winner in the competition organised by none other than the Derbyshire Rural Community Council – big time stuff eh.… Continue reading The Breaston Trilogy
Give It Some Welly
I’m breaking off from the Breaston trilogy as FA Cup Fever is set to hit St Andrew’s in 12 days’ time as Birmingham travel to St Andrew’s for their Fourth round tie with Coventry. Following Birmingham is comedy gold as regular readers of this blog will know but playing an away game at your home… Continue reading Give It Some Welly
National Bass Day #NBD2020
The Wickingman has set the ball rolling and even beer guru Roger Protz is on board for THE big event of 2020. #NationalBassDay is taking place on Easter Saturday, April 11, which happens to coincide with William Bass buying his Burton brewery in 1777. If AB InBev are looking for a marketing man to push… Continue reading National Bass Day #NBD2020
Breast (on) From The East (Midlands)
You’d have thought that I was up to speed on all the Derbyshire destinations having visited somewhere in the region of 190 boozers over the past two and a half years. Holbrook, Woodville, Little Eaton, Duffield, Mickelover, Littleover, Swadlincote, Matlock, Melbourne, Chaddesden, SInfin, Chesterfield and Makeney to name but a few suburbs/villages/towns have offered a… Continue reading Breast (on) From The East (Midlands)
Harry And Meghan’s Royal Approval In Nottingham
With the news that Harry and Meghan are now joining the rest of us drinking in normal boozers, I have found the perfect pub for them in Nottingham. In fact, it’s got the perfect name so, when they are fully self sufficient, they can pop into the 519 – Royal Children NG1 7AT and have a… Continue reading Harry And Meghan’s Royal Approval In Nottingham
