The Bridge Tavern, Lichfield

Pleased to say it has been taken over by Black Country Ales. Hoping to reopen this Summer.

Stretching the micro-pub definition a bit perhaps (given that it was formerly a 'normal' pub in the past), but this two-room establishment definitely has that ethos. Plainly furnished and decorated, but counter-less and with the 'cellar' being visible in a rear cool room. Five real ales - including the regular Bridgestrike from Burton Bridge (£3.50) - and four ciders advertised on the chalkboard. Excellent, and handy for the station too.

What a great micropub this is not far from Lichfield City railway station. We had heard there was a beer festival, and found a list of 20 ales, 8 on stillage in the pub itself and 8 out in the yard area at the rear with 4 to go on. They also sell real cider gins and wines, and bar snacks, pork pies and cobs. There is no bar and they give table service. A very comfortable second room with tables and chairs plus seating in the rear yard area. First class drinking establishment. We enjoyed beers from Bath, Pershore, Flash House and Milestone breweries