The Blacksmiths, Loughborough

A stunning 1931 deco frontage with a sadly modernised interior and much in the way of wall removal. Entering at the front, there is also a side door, a square servery with a long counter in distressed wood faces you. Two horseshoes of usual suspects with Beavertown and Camden on a separate pair of founts. In central position are a pair of pulls with a well above average Landlord on one. All the modern toys are present; multiple screens, even in the outside drinking area, games machines, constant music. To one side is a pool table while the other back side has a dart board. Mostly plain walls or exposed brick with a number of arty posters, some music related, one wall having wild wallpaper. A mix of seating with a few fancier picnic benches, mid height tables and even a bit of banquette. Board and parquet floors. Very quiet on my lunchtime visit with just a couple of old boys in a corner.