The Albion, Winchester

As described by others, this superb town boozer is run and stocked by Flowerpots Brewery. Consequently all the ales are theirs,but that's no bad thing. Welcoming staff and a relaxed atmosphere made for a great visit. My pint of Bitter was in perfect condition. I'd be very happy to come back any time, and I certainly agree with BF, below, that it's the perfect place to start or end a crawl.

This pub was taken over by Flower Pots brewery in 2015 and aside from the large spray of hop bines, the interior is extremely basic and spartan but comfortable enough, with four ales, my half of Perridge Pale being pleasant enough and laughably cheap at just £1.80, comfortably the cheapest drink of the day, enjoyed in the surroundings of an enthusiastic and lively mixed local crowd. Not only is this pub top of the Winchester pub list, it’s also the nearest pub to the station, so makes a great place to start or end a crawl.

Very close to the southbound side of the station,this corner pub is a small ,earthy boozer.There is an island bar,furniture around the periphery with a V shaped interior ,and a few bar stools.There was a friendly welcome and good drinking atmosphere,there are no flatscreens or machines and muted muzak. The ale range was all from Flower Pots namely Bitter,Perridge Pale,Spring Loaded and Goodens Gold (NBSS 4).Home made pork pies are available and a few keg taps were offering Guiness and Continental lagers. Great place to start or finish a crawl (or maybe both !) I really enjoyed my trip and can't wait to return.

Excellent no-frills local serving good beer from Flowerpots and Alfred's. A V-shaped pub on the crossroads just down from the station with plain wooden floors and furnishings and few distractions. Food is limited to home-made pies and scotch eggs.