Royal Oak, Lincoln

This pub looks very basic from the street, almost indistinguishable from the nearby terraced houses. However, the interior looks like it was refurbished in the 1950s and is rather larger than one might expect. Main bar with large TV screen. Side lounge with comfortable sofas. Back room with pool table. Three of six handpumps in operation, offering Abbott, Southwold and Batemans XB (£2.60).

Great little pub in lovely village. Staff friendly, good atmosphere local bands on saturdays. Pool and Darts.