My 40th birthday is coming up on 10th November! A day out in Ilkeston and Heanor with friends, a trip to Paris with my brother, and a little thank you to everyone who follows Micropub Adventures.
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Three Spires, Old Inns & a Roll of the Bones: Lichfield to Sutton Coldfield
Three Spires, Old Inns & a Roll of the Bones: Lichfield to Sutton Coldfield I had a brilliant day exploring the pubs and local history of Lichfield before heading over to Sutton Coldfield for a couple more stops. My friend Paul joined me for the Lichfield part, and it was lovely catching up as weContinue reading “Three Spires, Old Inns & a Roll of the Bones: Lichfield to Sutton Coldfield”
A Right Royal Round: Tamworth’s Pubs, Pints & Hidden History
A Right Royal Round: Tamworth’s Pubs, Pints & Hidden History A Day Exploring Tamworth I had a brilliant evening exploring the pubs of Tamworth. I started at The King’s Ditch before calling into the Sir Robert Peel, the award-winning Tamworth Tap, Market Vaults and Hop House, then finishing with Old Bank House and the wonderfulContinue reading “A Right Royal Round: Tamworth’s Pubs, Pints & Hidden History”
A Steel City Saturday: Sheffield Beer Festival, Historic Pubs & Micropubs
A Sheffield Beer Festival visit and a walk around some of South Sheffield’s traditional pubs and brewery venues on Saturday 24 October 2026.
Derby: Historic Pubs, Real Ale & a Heritage Beer Festival
Derby: Historic Pubs, Real Ale & a Heritage Beer Festival On Saturday I headed to Derby for a day exploring the pubs with Niall, who runs From Sheffield with Pubs. Starting near the railway station, we worked our way around the city, calling into traditional pubs, Derby’s first micropub and some wonderful historic buildings. WeContinue reading “Derby: Historic Pubs, Real Ale & a Heritage Beer Festival”
Leeds – Briggate Beer & History Walk
Another afternoon exploring Leeds history, its historic streets, landmarks and pubs with Simon and Nicky from It’s The Beer Talking, followed by more stops around the city.
Cannock Chase to Walsall: Pubs Along the Chase Line & Beyond
Cannock Chase to Walsall: Pubs Along the Chase Line & Beyond This Saturday’s trip took me across part of the Chase Line and then a little further beyond, starting in Hednesford before working through Cannock, Landywood, Bloxwich and Walsall, then heading out to Aldridge and finishing in Streetly. It turned into a brilliant mix ofContinue reading “Cannock Chase to Walsall: Pubs Along the Chase Line & Beyond”
Historic Pubs and Hidden Gems in Digbeth
A Friday evening exploring seven pubs around Digbeth, taking in everything from grand Victorian survivors to railway-arch bars and converted industrial buildings. I met up again with Neil from Neil’s Real Ale & Pub Page, starting at The Woodman before heading through Kilder, Nortons, The Anchor, The White Swan and The Spotted Dog, with The Ruin rounding off the evening. Every stop had something different to look at, from tiles, stained glass and carved woodwork to exposed brick, old factory spaces and colourful modern interiors.
Aire & Cut Ale Trail – Leeds
A day exploring some of Leeds’ best pubs, brewery taps and historic drinking spots, starting at Kirkstall Bridge and working back towards the city centre. Along the way I visited everything from grand Victorian pubs and cosy traditional locals to modern brewery taprooms and riverside bars. There was plenty of cask ale to choose from, with beers from Kirkstall, Leeds Brewery, Small World and others along the way. I also called at Northern Monk, The Tetley and Piglove by the River, finishing the day beside the River Aire. A great mix of history, character, good beer and some brilliant Leeds pubs.
The Railway Alehouse – Doncaster
A first look inside The Railway Alehouse in Doncaster, brought back to life by Russ and Luke from The Draughtsman Alehouse. The pub keeps plenty of its old character, with original tiled flooring, stripped-back timber, fireplaces and subtle railway touches throughout, including a genuine piece of rail around the bar. With a strong mix of cask ale, craft beer and plenty of space to settle in, it feels like a great new chapter for this historic former Railway Hotel.