The Star Inn, Glossop

I’ll pretty much agree with young Quinno about this pub, it appears to have an ever changing selection of casks from smaller breweries if Ossett can be called small, two of theirs on; one badged Ossett, the other as Rat. Two other brews on the six pulls, one from Kelham Island and another from Renegade from down south. A collection of clips behind the counter, above the counter and on a nearby wall shows a fair range, some more interesting than others. Beer quality was good although I wavered towards very good. A trio of kegs, all lager and a Guinness solo complete the line up. Possibly the closest pub to the rail station, Holt’s Norfolk Arms is about the same distance but down hill not up, it’s an old style two roomer but in line abreast configuration. The counter is a sharp left turn on entering with a cosy sitting area to the right in the round end and another sitting room is further along to the left. This has map decor, quarry tiles and the banquette seating prevalent throughout. Certainly a good last call, opening hours mean first call may not work out mid week.

Old skool pub with simple upgrades but naff grim grey/green paint in places. Rear room. No arguments on my Acorn Most IPA though, a very solid NBSS 4 and followed-up by Bass (3.5). I liked it but slight under-performance in the décor stakes - could be better. But as it stands, probably the best in town for casketeers. Odd, then, that it isn’t GBG listed.

Attractive Good Beer Guide pub right by the station, with an unusual curved corner design. Two main rooms, a wedge-shaped bar (with dark wood panelling on the walls to match the counter) and a smaller lounge beyond. With four of the six handpumps in use, I found Boltmaker, Abbeydale Absolution, Pictish Azacca and the local Kerala from Howard Town (£3.40). Well worth a visit.

An old stone pub very close to the railway station and on a busy street corner. It's been opened out, but still has a couple of distinct areas. Plenty old wood panelling and old pictures on the walls. There's a piano in one area, but whether or not it's still played at times I wouldn't know, I kind of hope so. Beware of the small step down to the toilets, two people missed it in the short time we were here and almost went flying. 6 handpumps on the bar and my pint of Abbeydale was in good nick. I'd happily call in here again next time I'm in Glossop.

This is an old town pub handily situated by the station. It has been opened out into one big room but retains different areas where separate bars would once have been. The bar counter is in the middle area. This has a wooden floor while the one to the left facing the bar has red and black tiling and the right side is carpeted. The bar has six hand pumps which had two ciders, Acorn Fiesta, Cotleigh Commando, Oakham Citra and a Howard Town beer that I couldn't read. I went for the Acorn Fiesta (£3.30) which was first class. I thought this was an excellent pub and would happily return.