Angel Inn, Lichfield

Another good Lichfield pub in a town with plenty good pubs. 3 beers from the Joules range plus 2 guests which were in good shape. Happy to call in again.

Joules brewery do seem to be adept at turning neglected old pubs into welcoming real ale venues even if they do employ the odd bit of fakery. This is another good example consisting of an open plan room which has been split into different areas. There are Wooden floorboards at the front, tiles in the central bar area and a carpet at the rear. The bar on the right has six handpumps which had one unused, the three Joules regulars, Brunswick Caramild and a seasonal Joules Penny Pincher. I went for the Caramild (£3.45) and Penny Pincher (£3.35) both of which were in first class condition. Talking of Penny Pinchers, I failed to even notice the CAMRA discount This is another good Joules pub and well worth a look.

Historic-looking Joule's pub apparently reaching its second birthday about now, but the traditional alehouse interior (old or not) certainly looks the part. Divided into various small seating areas, but the relatively light wood helps avoid too gloomy a feel. Relaxed atmosphere. Five real ales and a cider from the six handpumps, but I went for the Slumbering Monk.