New Plough Inn, Hinckley

Appealing Marston's pub, just enticing you to take a look inside. Thankfully, this doesn't disappoint, having a pleasingly traditional interior abounding with sport-themed memorabilia. Although partly opened-out, at least four separate areas can still be discerned: a small counter opposite the entrance that was probably an off-sales point originally, a comfortable lounge to the right, the main bar to the left and a pool room beyond that. With a total of eight handpumps, I found Pedigree, Saddle Tank and the seasonal Sweet Chariot (£3.50) available, with Courage Directors and Lancaster Bomber coming next.

A splendid looking pub built in 1901, with a traditional interior and lots of original features. This is a well kept pub and is could win a few prize's for being spotlessly clean. The interior consists of the bar facing you as you enter, a large front room and a good sized side lounge on the left. The pub is carpeted throughout and has lots of rugby memorabilia from photos and a good selection of signed shirts from various clubs. A Marston's house with a couple of regular beers from them and a couple of guest. We went for the Ringwood.