The Blue Bell, Warrington

Very busy in here on our Saturday night visit before heading for the train. The interior was fairly modern and very well kept, service at the bar was ok, once all the twenty somethings got their cocktail orders sorted. Only one ale on handpump which was GK London Glory.

Official site of The Blue Bell - www.prioryinns.com

Official site of The Blue Bell - www.prioryinns.com

a modernised open plan town centre pub owned by Greene King but with none of their branding on display. Abbot was the only ale on, I imagine this is usually the case. It looks good from outside but to be honest is a huge disappointment. Very busy of a Saturday afternoon though.

Called by yesterday evening but the real ale choice was uninspiring so I left. Greene King place by the looks of it, and the pumps had printed paper labels instead of proper pump clips.

Reasonable-looking pub, with various seating areas forming an overall 'L' shape within the partly opened-out interior. Several older features remain, including some wood panelling and a bit of tiling beneath some of the windows. Food offers. Old Speckled Hen and Robinson's Trooper available from two of three handpumps, but for once I opted for the keg Tetley's Dark Mild (just £2.00).

A corner pub the stretches back from the corner entrance. Its not too bad. Handy if you're looking for The Barley Mow which is just up the side street. Real ale is available.