The Bell, Redditch

Busy community pub with a L-shaped bar and a wide opening through to a rear room, all refurbished in a light semi-modern style. Three real ales on handpump: the regular Wye Valley HPA and Purity Pure UBU plus a rotating guest (which was Marston's Lighter Nights, £4.35 on my visit).

nice , above average

Roadside eatery. You walk into a small bar area, some bench seating & sofas. The bar is half boards, half flag floor, there are curtains and wall paper in parts, its all kind of like someones lounge at home. There is a dart board in the corner, though I expect it gets little use. The rear is a long thin rectangle, light and airy with plenty of windows, all set out for dining. Its nice enough, sort of place you would come for food rather than a drink, though there are two real ales Banks bitter and Black Sheep, cold but ok.