The Windmill, York

A large and much modernised pub, divided up into numerous areas including some 'snug' sections, but all a bit heavy on the sports screens. Terrace at rear. Despite being a Greene King pub, it seems to have a healthy interest in cask ales, with a display of what's on and what is coming next. There seem to be two guest ale pumps alongside the GK regulars, which on this occasion were both serving Ainsty brews and very nice too. Actually not bad for a modern-type circuit/sports pub, but there are better offerings not far away.

Official site of The Windmill - windmill-inn-pub.co.uk

Official site of The Windmill - windmill-inn-pub.co.uk

Large, multi-room pub recently refurbished by Spirit in a reasonably attractive semi-modern style. Has a rear extension and a patio terrace at the back. Heavingly busy when we walked past earlier on a Saturday evening but rather quieter a bit later on. On the downside, several of the real ales - from a total of six handpumps - had finished, leaving a choice of Greene King IPA, York Guzzler and Leeds Pale (£2.90).

Greene King acquired the pub and have spent £200,000 on a refurbishment.