The Manor Arms, Walsall

This pub had a reputation for many years in local pub/beer circles as being one of the most unfriendly, unwelcoming pubs you are ever likely to visit. I was a victim of it myself a few years back. Following the review below and the plan to tick off all the West Midlands pubs iin the good beer guide I decided to revisit it. I'm glad to say that my visit today was a breath of fresh air. The welcome was fine & friendly. I hope this wasn't just a one off and the pub has changed. Its a lovely old building with a room by the 'bar' and a further bar and lounge & nice outside areas. Very old feel, its comfortable, and has the feel of an isolated canal pub, which it is. A Banks pub, it has three guests as well and the beer was very well kept. Pleasently surprised, though I visited at a quiet time & it would be good to see some more positive reviews of this personally as I hope its changed for the better.