Lively Sunday At The Stenson Fields

To be fair to Mudgie he is an absolute font of knowledge. I’ve probably learnt more about the history of beer on his blog than any other and he loves a good debate. He’s also partial to a proper estate boozer and when I blogged about The Wilsthorpe Tavern recently he was quick on the…

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…

The Hartshill Mile – Part 3: On The Podium

Who doesn’t want to get a medal? To be fair, the lure of a gong for completing The Hartshill Mile would mean my drinking career was about on par with my football career so the temperature was rising. (Penkhull Ukelele Band – Best in Midlands?) Actually, it was absolutely roasting but we put our place…

Digbeth

After leaving you in Kegworth I thought it would be good to start with the news that Blues have finally made a signing this summer. With Monk, Jota, Morrison and Adams all gone and only season long loanee Gary Gardner (who was excellent) coming in the other way, then it looks like being a season…