The Soloman Cutler (Lloyds No. 1), Birmingham

This Lloyds No 1 is getting a bit shabby these days, it's much better viewed at night when the lights are dimmed. It has no distinguishing features really, it's just a large barn with some seating and a dance floor, although there is an upstairs bar with seating which is open at busy times. Three handpumps on the bar serving Pedigree, Abbot and Highgate Dark. I had a pint of the Highgate which was surprisingly good and was only £1.59. There are three quiz machines in here, one downstairs and two upstairs. I wouldn't want to be here for a session, but it's OK for one.

On very busy Broad St. Nicest JDW by miles in City. Two floored and you can watch traffic clogging along Broad Street. On the other side, you can see narrow boat navigate on canal. Thank God, unlike other JDWs, no chavs or drunks to contend with. Most customers are well suited business man/woman. Easy and quick service. Famous Birmingham ferris wheel is only one min away. There is another JDW down the road, Figure of Eight.

Huge Wetherspoons with large screen TV's. Lots of comfy seating. Service is brisk and friendly. Gets vey busy in the evening. One of the better in the chain