The Lynton Tavern, Weeping Cross, Stafford

The Co-op is to close its existing store in Bodmin Avenue and convert the former pub to a convenience store.

Changed status to closed

The old Horse & Jockey (19th cent) lived on the same site and was demolished in the 1980s and replaced with a new build, which rather looks like an old school building from the 1870s. The pub was later converted into a Taverner's Carvery. Ther eis a beer patio. The interior is open plan and all based on food. The decor colours are the currently vogue, salmony, beigey, whitey look, with some wood panel and with partitions and a few slightly higher levels. There is an eclectic collection of pictures on the walls and a few brass ornaments. The music was easy listening and at a decent level, the service fine and clientele mixed, including families. The beer; usual tap tosh, without a MILD. On handpull there was Marston's Pomp & Circumstance, Pedigree and a not too great Hobgoblin, that was a little cold and tasted just begining to turn. All in all i am not a fan of pubcos, but this wasnt too bad. The building, despite being modern itself gave a good feel that it wasnt a ubiquitous Ember Inn type thing. I just missed the carvery, but would go back and try this place. The second Tav place i had been. The Wych Elm in Burntwood had the same feel.

This is now closed. Becoming a church! Admin note:- Marked as closed (28/09/09)