The Horse & Jockey, Maney, Sutton Coldfield

Ember Inns pub with a really good selection of real ales, nicely kept, friendly staff and clientele! Would make it worthwhile coming back to Sutton Coldfield!

An impressive detached corner Ember Inns pub and eatery with patio area. This early 20th century looking building is in undressed brick, white render and black beam and white board in part mock Jacobean style. As it is an Ember Inn the inside is formulaic, it is an open plan area, partitioned-up. It has sofas, comfy chairs and high stools and is set-up really for the dining experience, which of course, I didn’t take part in, so I can’t comment on that. The walls are the familiar, reds, whites, creams, browns, with some patterned wallpaper and a white ceiling. The vases are out as usual, with some mirrors and some old photos of the area, as well as of their food. Chopped wood is also placed next to the open hearth gas fires. The service was functional, probably because it was so busy as it was quiz night. I managed to watch a little footy on the TV to distract me long enough to finish my drink before getting out, as the music round on the quiz got very loud. Beer; tap stuff, with Rev James, Brew XI, Purity Ubu and a reasonable Timothy Taylor Golden Best on handpull Great place for those that like safe chain-owned places; I just find them dull.

An Ember Inn owned stands on busy road that connects between Sutton and Birmingham. One of better pubs in Sutton, nice decors and quite homely. I sat down front of huge log fire and TV above me. It was very quiet because I went in just as door opened. Not good for people with weak legs, countless steps to toilets. I had bottle of Brothers Toffee Cider which is outstanding. Didn't stay here long.

The Horse & Jockey official page, contains menu and real ale details - www.emberinns.co.uk

The Horse & Jockey official page, contains menu and real ale details - www.emberinns.co.uk