Black Swan, Leek

Obviously an old building, but the exterior has recently been repainted to give a more modern appearance. The main bar, lounges on either side of the entrance and elevated seating areas opposite the counter and in the rear extension have all been refurbished in a semi-traditional style. Also has a patio beer garden at the back. With two of the four handpumps in use, I found Bombardier and Pedigree (surprisingly just £2.30).

A fairly standard pub. 3 areas to sit in with the main larger room as you enter. To either side are 2 small areas. To the rear is a beer garden. Not the greatest selection of beers from the 3 handpumps on the bar with rather dull Marston's staples on.

This is a traditional pub which obviously dates back many years, its genuine beams held together in places with robust-looking bolts. There are several hand pumps scattered about the substantial bar, with three beers on: Marstons Burton Bitter (on three pumps) selling at £2.30 a pint, plus two from Wychwood, Hobgoblin and Rascal. I had the Burton, which was in good condition but fairly bland. This was a pleasant pub and I got a friendly welcome form the landlord, so it would be one to include on any Leek crawl.