Dove Inn, Barnsley

Fairly recently refurbished roadside local close to Barnsley FC (part of Oakwell can be viewed from the outside decking area) and seemingly given a new lease of life according to the locals at the bar. The Dove has a couple of Old Mill brewery beers on the go (Bitter and Bullion) which both tasted excellent though a bit cold for my liking, served by a friendly down-to-earth landlady. There's a nice downstairs garden area and the inside of the pub is quite plushly furnished (for Barnsley) though there's a slight whiff of old smoke pre-ban. Beware the big dog roaming downstairs - he's perfectly friendly but looked quite a handful. Dartboard available and a TV. Best pub I visited on my day in Barnsley and a no-brainer if you're there for the footy.