St James Tavern, Winchester

A rather ordinary Wadworth's pub,much as described by others, below. I went for the 6X which was in good condition and priced about average for the area. It's worth dropping into when passing, and I'd include in a crawl, but the staff and atmosphere are such that I wouldn't want it as my local.

Wadworth house part the way up a steep hill,so a useful place to catch your breath.A traditional interior on different levels,the two higher wings felt more like dining areas whereas the space around the small mid building bar was good for drinkers with several high tables on which to pertch.Ale selection on my trip was Wadsworth Horizon,6X and Henry's IPA with a guest in Oakham Citra (NBSS 3.5). Worth a stop on a crawl,maybe not enough to inspire a long session.

A little pub on the side of a main road, which didn't look very open at first but access is through a side door rather than the obvious front corner. The interior is a bit over-cluttered with decorations but pleasant enough and there is a small garden at the rear. There were 4 beers from the Wadsworth range on pump, plus Oakham Citra as guest. OK but unexceptional.