The Park Gate Inn, Cannock

Newly reopened pub close by the Castle Ring hillfort on the southern edge of Cannock Chase. Slightly odd-looking arrangement of two buildings adjoined at right angles, with quite a basic bar in one and several different dining areas in the other. Also has a beer garden at the front, side or back, depending how you look at things, but this has the benefit of evening sunshine. Bass, Butty Bach (£3.70) and Proper Job available from three of the four handpumps in the bar (with three more on the other counter, not in use).

Found whilst walking the HOEW. Did a bit of research and found it was a hot bed of paranormal activity but I dont think Cannock Chase has a Sasquatch. Pub is an old farm house - again, modelled on "Country Dining". There were four real ales on - two from Sharps - Atlantic and you can guess. I went for a Lancaster Bomber - which was lively, prompted the bar man to head downstairs to check and ultimately bang average. Visit blogged at http://bit.ly/2upZyly