The Old Harkers Arms, Chester

This is a Brunning and Price pub so you know what to expect , a large open plan pub serving a decent selection of mostly local ales a bit pricier than other pubs in the area but worth it for the quality both of the beer and service , this one is no exeption and is as good as the rest of the chain , well worth a visit

Another brick warehouse conversion, with green paintwork, on the canal, with the upper floor being a restaurant. This one has a central entrance and large windows. The interior is open plan, L-shaped around a central bar. The decor is of red and white painted brick, with wood floor. Decoration is supplied by an eclectic mix of pictures, including; maps, cartoons, prints, photos of old Chester and other ephemera, such as a bookcase (and books - though sadly not JR Hartley's Fly Fishing). The tables, offering a nice view of the canal, had those candle things on, perhaps to help the reading should the light fail. Service was fine and the clientele mixed and it was fairly busy, as it usually is. It is expensive here, so be warned. Beer; tap stuff, with several real ales; Harvey's Sussex Bitter, Ossett Light Ale, the fabulous Titanic Stout, Flowers Original, Old Bear Brewery's Goldilocks, Weetford's Cheshire Cat and Brunning & Price Bitter. Not cheap, but worth it - unlike the Mill, always a good pint - go!

Great real ale pub on the banks of the canal.Large L shaped bar with a side drinking/eating area.Up to 12 real ales on.This pub (along with The Mill Hotel) are a must for the real ale drinker.