Toby Carvery Stonebridge, Coventry

Surprisingly difficult to reach on foot, this once landmark pub / restaurant has the older-style 'purple peril' treatment (indeed, the outside is in a right state if you look closely). However, the interior looks tidy enough, with the usual anonymous furniture and decor. Thankfully, it does do real ale, albeit just Doom Bar (£4.10) from a bank of three handpumps.

Official site of Toby Carvery Stonebridge - www.tobycarvery.co.uk

Official site of Toby Carvery Stonebridge - www.tobycarvery.co.uk

Large roadside inn situated on the major road island where the main A45 Birmingham to Coventry road crosses the A452 Brownhills to Leamington Spa. It is a Toby Inn and half of the pub is given over to the cavery. It is exactly what you would expect, well presented, lots of wood and open plan with some small divisions between oblong tables. Everything about it is average, to catch any passing traffic, or people from the local area who know exactly what they want & like the layout of a Toby. Average beer, food, clientelle, seating, lighting. Small outside area if you like the sound of traffic or want a smoke. Word to some it up? Safe