The Queens Arms, Bromyard

This old but relatively plain-looking building has been given a surprisingly modern makeover inside quite actually comes as a pleasant surprise because one might expect it to be a dingy local. Two traditional bars, separated by a central servery, and more seating out in the back yard (mostly under temporary cover). Wye Valley HPA and Hobson's Twisted Spire (£3.20, and in fine form) available from two of the five handpumps, and I get the impression that they were testing the market again having just emerged from the coronavirus lockdown, so there is probably a wider choice in normal times.

Open at last thanks to local Henry Topham. A complete refurbishment was long needed and has been carried out with sympathy to this old pub. Two bay widows lookout onto the High Street and New Road opposite.The centre placed old wooden door leads into the front bar. A horseshoe bar faces you on entry with access to the rear bar on the left. Plastered walls in white with grey painted beams give the bar a light and airy feel.The floor is wooden planked and the furniture simple, old style wooden chairs.Real ale is well catered for.Hobsons Twisted Spire and Best Bitter, Wye Valley Butty Bach, Celtic Gold. Robinsons Flagon Cider and Stowford Press for apple lovers. Keg beers and lagers round off a well stocked bar. Good Luck to Henry, a respected and well liked local man.