The Gate Inn, Evesham

A disaster zone. Some fool has painted it grey, put in grey fittings and added awful ice lights along with the crappest of modern music, it felt like having a beer in a young offender’s institution. A very This Country vibe off the locals. No ale so a half of keg Toofan bade me over.

Thought I would pop in here to tick off the set in Honeybourne. At first, unsure whether it was open. Seemed rather dark inside. Opened the door and confirmed with the barmaid that they were indeed a going concern - although I was to be their only punter. Only ale on was Hobgoblin. Tentatively took a half. It was OK. At least someone else came in