The Drunken Duck, Walsall

Basic, traditional pub with a partly opened-out 'L'-shaped layout featuring two bars (one with a pool table at one end and the other with an area that can probably be used as a stage at the back) and another small servery in between. Just Proper Job available from a trio of handpumps, but this was just £2.90 (and at least the place was open later on a Tuesday evening, unlike two other establishments I passed on my walk from Brownhills...).

A free standing pub, maybe 19th/early 20th century, with extension, well painted in black and white (now)and looking fresh. The inside was open plan, with a pool area, and a bar. The music wasnt overly loud and there was sports memorabilia on the walls. It was tidy and the service was functional. The beer was the usual, with Pedigree and Banks's MILD on handpull. There was a third pull, but the label was turned, so i assume it was used up. I wouldnt go out of my way to come here, but with the Boat over the road, it would get more use. I dont warm to the place once inside, as it feels a bit of a locals place, unlike the Boatmans Rest - i may warm more to it as i visit more