The Tenth Lock, Brierley Hill

As the name suggests, this canal-side Marston's pub is located beside a flight of locks (although it faces the road with no real view of the water). The staple-shaped interior has been opened out, although the branches at each end are slightly raised by varying degrees. The refurbished interior is rather bland, but there are also a few outdoor tables at the front and a split-level patio garden at the back. Food is offered from a standard menu, but £1.50 cobs can also be bought from behind the bar. Just Hobgoblin Gold available from the pair of handpumps, but on a Tuesday this cost £2.50 rather than the usual £3.40.

Largish pub right next to the canal (as the name suggests!). It is more aimed at the younger market but does do a real ale. Worth stopping for one.