Old Fighting Cocks, Telford

Now the Rowton brewery tap so a number of their beers plus an Everards, not sure if there’s a tie up, and a range of other guests, all in sparkling condition. For cider and perry drinkers there are 3 pulls in the back bar dedicated to apples and pears. More room at the back than I remember and the gents is a work in progress.

Hop and Stagger have now left the Fighting Cocks , after a short closure it will reopen under the management of Rowton Brewery .

Loved this friendly pub and just wished we had more time to sample more of the ales on offer but sadly we were running out of time for our coach to leave for Coalbrookdale. With the 3 fine bars we called in, Oakengates is a beer festival. The Hop & Stagger selection available was varied in styles and strengths, and the Bridgnorth Porter was my ale of the day. Will certainly be back during the day so that I can spend time exploring these interesting pubs as well as enjoying what they serve.

Judging by the older reviews, this place has had as many owners as the Littlest Hobo over the last few years. It’s still an Everards Project William pub and the current brewery running the place are Hop & Stagger. 12 (I think) pumps with three H&S brews plus a fistful of well-sourced micros and left-field breweries. The rambling interior is a treat, with wood panelling and small rooms, along with a double bar. Also look out for the stained glass windows and the horse feeding hatch by the toilets. Apparently the pub has a ‘bring your own food’ policy and will provide cutlery and plates. At this point in my notes, my phone died so I can’t recall exactly what beer I had, but it was good… (visited June)

Nice friendly traditional pub on old high street. Good choice of ales that differ from the Station down the road, probably more space here to enjoy them. Vary nice stop off

Another winner from Project William,ales from Hop & Stagger will be showcased here together with guests on 12 handpumps.It's also a really interesting building ,so wander around to see the back snug,various small sections and some fine wood panelling.It's quiet and calm inside and refurbed in a very good way and I can see that together with the Station Inn,how CAMRA members rotate amongst these two in the Golden Triangle. Ale selection on my trip Everards Tiger(regular),Salopian Shropshire Gold,Beowulf Chase Pale,Mallinsons Hopburst,Hop & Stagger Golden Wander,Shropshire Pale Ale,Bridgenorth Porter and Triple Hop IPA (very good) This is another must visit,a joy for the real ale drinker.