The Jam Lounge, Wakefield

not been in this pub for quite some time in fact it was 0`donoghues then,and at 8 pm on a sat night it was very quiet about 5 or 6 people i had pint of bob`s red lion white lion witch was not on form will be long time before i go again

Having been told beforehand that this was a 'rock pub' I was a little dubious about visiting but Aleandhearty had recommended it so gave it a go. Was pleased I did, there were a fair selection of unusual beers from independent breweries (5 in total, including East Coast – ex of Fernandes I believe) which were cheap and tasted good. Live music was advertised for the weekends though there was a complete lack of customers at 6:30pm on a weekday night – just me and the guide. The interior of the pub was fairly unremarkable though not unpleasant - perhaps could do with feeling a bit 'warmer' on a rainy day. The landlady was friendly and I could have happily stayed for a couple had I not had other places to go. Worthwhile for a beer visit when the music's on but really needs to advertise itself and get customers in for other times.

O’Donoghue’s is now under the ownership of Great Heck Brewery and change is already in the air. The pub has reverted back to its 19th century name The Bull & Fairhouse and the interior is to undergo some modification. A new bar is to be installed, the toilet block is to be moved to create a new quieter drinking area and a couple of previously covered windows are to be opened up again. There’s even talk of the ‘c’ word – carpet, in some areas! On the beer front, the pub will feature two Great Heck beers. ‘Golden Bull’ will be the house ale, plus a constantly changing second choice. Four other beers will be drawn from micros far and wide. (Some adventurous choices from my experiences so far). A couple of decent lagers and a respectable cider are also promised. In a nutshell, the idea is to enhance the character of the place, without completely changing it. Will do a full review when things are more settled.