Cock Hotel, Telford

Former coaching inn, now a Joule's pub and still a hotel, and whilst looking somewhat run-down in the main bar (especially the bench seating) this also means that many heritage features remain. For example, the curved bay window at the end of the smaller bar (formerly the lounge) is certainly unusual, and the dark wood-panelling in the entrance lobby retains some character. More seating can be found further back, with the former dining room now acting more as a lounge. With two banks of four handpumps, I found three of the brewery's own beers - Pure Blonde, Pale Ale (£3.30) and Slumbering Monk - plus four guests from Hobson's, Ludlow, Izaak Walton and Boss Brewing.