The Nursery Tavern, Chapel Fields, Coventry

Some good detail on this thriving local boozer below. It's easy to see why this place appeals with a good food offer, a decent range of beers and plenty of sport to watch on the telly. Long may it thrive as it's a comfortable and friendly place for a pint. Beers on were: Salopian Shropshire Gold, Ludlow Gold, Ringwood Fortyniner, Courage Best and Pride. Not a bad range for what is essentially a back street boozer if a little heavy on the nationals. The Fortyniner was excellent and slipped down. A very good local pub.

Backstreet pub housed in a long terrace so not easy to spot until you almost reach the place. Traditional layout comprising two small bar areas, one a cosy lounge with some old-fashioned memorabilia. Beer garden to rear. At least eight handpumps, offering Banks's Mild, Pride, Courage Best, Adnams Lighthouse, Pride of Pendle, Enville Ale, York Guzzler (£3.10) and old Rosie. Overall, well worth seeking out. (NB - Review dates from October 2011.)