The Bartons Arms, Birmingham

Fantastic Victorian establishment. Just check out those tiles and the wooden bar. It's hard to believe that the locals tried to burn this pub down during the 2011 riots, in an attempt to leur the police into an ambush where 11 shots were fired at them and the police helicopter. Some damage was done to the stained glass windows, the barmaid pointed out scars on the bar where stuff was thrown in but luckily the place survived with superficial damage. Superb range of Oakham brews as well as guests. certainly worth the ride out on the bus to sample, will certainly call again, don't let the horror story put you off.

Here's another 10 for the Bartons Arms, I heard so much about this pub and was not disappointed. Can't wait for another visit.