The Wig & Pen, Northampton

Official site of Wig & Pen - www.thewigandpennorthampton.com

Attractive old building with an extension to the rear, and rather larger than the narrow frontage would suggest. The low ceilinged are inside the door leads to a 'L'-shaped bar with more headroom further back. Traditional furniture and decor. Silent news on large TV screens, and background music at a sensible volume. Covered patio beer garden. Excellent choice from 11 beers and two ciders on handpump, and my pint of Langton Inclined Plane (£3.60 less 10% Camra discount) was in fine form. Well worth a visit.

Official site of Wig & Pen - www.thewigandpennorthampton.com

A really good looking pub. A narrow frontage leads to a much deeper than expected interior. There are lots of features including old beams, stained glass, a massive brick fireplace and an impressive clock. There's also a smart outside area. Cricket was being shown quietly in the pub. There are 13 handpumps, 3 had Greene King products on them, 3 had real ciders, one was off and the rest had a good selection of guest ales on them. My pint was in excellent condition and there's also a 10% CAMRA discount. One of my favourite pubs in Northampton.