Littleton Arms, Stafford

Obviously the sign hung before the refurbishment described below. But how on earth did this picture come to represent the Littleton Arms?

Home of the Cropton Brewery. some great beer festivals to be had here, limited accommodation so you have to book at least a year in advance. has room for campervans and tents (yes people do camp in tents in the middle of winter just to drink some good ale! we had our campervan so was OK) has Hog Roasts and other great food during festivals. well worth a visit

More of a gastropub following its refurbishment and again independant of any chain, dating back to 1732 this former coaching inn offers a contempary feel whilst retaining a friendly atmosphere. Service is efficent and attentive and the menu rather more advanced than the run of the mill 'pub grub'. Sandwiches include poached salmon, starters range from soup to bantry bay mussels with warm cibatta whilst mains include pizzas, burgers, steaks and beer battered cod. expect to pay around £5.00 for a starter and £10-15 for a main course (Dec 2007 prices). Extensive bar with real ales. The only thing that prevents a 4 star rating is that on my visit the real ale and some of the menu items had run out