The Royal Oak, Frome

Currently in the Good Beer Guide, and with a beer offering of Abbot, Tribute and Proper Job. I'm not a fan of the last named, but the Tribute hit the spot for me after the disappointing beer at the Griffin 15 minutes before arriving here. I went for a pint, as I had not drunk all of my beer there, and I was so glad that this one was in Very Good condition and the least expensive beer of the day at just £4.20. This pub is all on its own after the nearby Ring O'Bells closed, but it looks like this one has gained enough customers to keep the beer ticking over nicely.

Facebook page of The Royal Oak - www.facebook.com

Facebook page of The Royal Oak - www.facebook.com

A pleasant and friendly town local, the only pub remaining in the NW residential area of Frome, this 1930s building sits in its own grounds on the main road through. It has a limited amount of parking at the front, while most of the original garden is now given over to parking at the rear. There is a small patio area and some wooden benches for al fresco drinking. The interior rooms have largely been conjoined, although the irregular shape means it doe feel a bit cosier than many similar pubs. There are gaming machines, a TV screen showing live football and a dartboard. The locals were welcoming and happy to chat. The barmaid was friendly and professional, making sure our beer was in good condition before allowing us to drink it. Three ales on, Tribute, Proper Job and Abbott. Also available were Guinness, Becks Vier, Stella, 1664, Cobra, Fosters and Heineken. Worth a visit if in the area, and it would be a good place to wait for your Indian takeaway from the neighbouring business.