The Lamb Inn, Bicester

Feels like a pseudo Wetherspoon without the merits of said chain – so no surprise to find out it was an old Yates that has been decommissioned and is now a Stonegate pub. Internally it’s a large square room with some central zig zag booths. Pool table at the rear and Sky Sports on a drop-down TV. Two ales on, Doom Bar and St Austell Tribute. The latter was £1.25 and barely drinkable. Oddly, there were 6 ciders in the fridge. On Saturday afternoon there were only half a dozen people in the place and it wasn’t difficult to see why. Presumably more of an evening venue?

Large Stonegate pub featuring a large rectangular bar with part of the seating area located up a solitary step. Recently refurbished in a light semi-modern style with a mixture of table types. Also has a patio area out on the pavement. Two of three handpumps in operation, with Doom Bar and Tribute (only £2.50, but rather indifferent) on offer.

One of the best Yates i have been in had a good pint of Green King IPA WELL WORTH A CALL

Change of name

Stand outside and admire the carved exterior. As the premier hotel in Ludlow its always been pricey. The odd occassion I have visited the beer has never impressed. Give it a try,you can always say that you have had a drink here on its many appearances on TV. Ludlow is built on a steep hill and many of its buildings are ancient. Getting about and access by wheelchair can be difficult. The Feathers is probably the best for access .

Now renamed " Yates" at the end of Bicesters pedestrianised main street.Disabled parking bays across the road and wheelchair access is good. Not much special in the way of beer I think its all keg. During the day its a place for cheap meals and a bottle of wine often visited by crumblies like me.The night times can be a different matter. Admin note:- Renamed Yates's (23/09/09)