The Albert, Blackpool

Inconspicuous little basement bar / micro-pub beneath a very ordinary looking hotel (indeed, I walked right past it first time...). Limited amount of mixed furniture - mostly padded red benches, chairs and stools - so plenty of room to stand (if you are so inclined), and decor that wouldn't look out of place in 100 of other Blackpool establishments. However, what makes it stand out is the emphasis on real ale, with Crankshaft Fishwicks, Bank Top Flat Cap (£3.20) and Snowhill Porter on handpump plus Beer Bros Gold on gravity along with a couple of ciders.