Fox & Hounds, Lichfield

This pub is in Penkridge town centre. It is a black and white rendered building that is believed to date from the 18th century in its current form. The interior is in the same black and white fashion and looks a touch twee, as well as a little scruffy, with a few holes in seats, but that shouldnt put you off. There was a TV with the u21 footy on and a few younger lads in, but not intimidating in any way. The service was friendly. The usual beer, with Banks's MILD on smooth, with handpull GK IPA, Abbots and Adnams Broadside, which was fine. Sadly the Hobgoblin was unavailable. Would visit again, as i would with all the Penkridge pubs other than the George & Fox

The exterior is a nice black and white painted brick. The interior has a smaller snug on two levels and an open plan lounge for dining. The decor in the snug is brick, beam and plain textured walls, with some old memorabilia and ornaments on the walls. It looks nice and tidy. Service was fine, though he didnt seem the happiest of chaps. He poured me the wrong drink and replaced it without a quibble, evem when i offered to have it. The place felt like a locals pub, but this did not make me feel unwelcome. I enjoyed my visit. Beer; usual tap stuff, with GK IPA, Abbotts Ale, Pedigree and Adnams Bitter. These were well kept, but are not really to my personal taste. No MILD. The Plough has gone, the Railway is at best mediocre, leaving this pub as the best in the village.