The Castle, Leicester

Interesting spot in the centre of the city, with this micro-pub created from a pair of old brick cottages on a block-paved street leading into the historic former castle grounds. Not a lot seating in the compact bar area or side room, so even a smallish group can fill the place. Landlord, Charnwood's Salvation (£6.00 with a packet of peanuts) and Titanic Plum Porter available on handpump, with a few craft keg beers too.