Tivi Ale, Oldbury

If I had to guess what a Black Country version of a micropub would be like, this one fit fairly well into how I imagined it. It's a comfortable place in an old shop set amongst a parade of shops within a residential area. The interior is carpeted and a warm welcome was offered. Holden's Golden Glow is the regular beer here. Guests were Enville Ale, Timothy Taylor Landlord & Little Critters White Wolf.

More of a mini-pub than a micro one, with a reasonably sized bar, side room and front patio garden. However, the good-natured chatter and general atmosphere were exactly what you would expect. Smart semi-modern furniture and restrained decoration offset by warm lighting. Four real ales on handpump: TT Golden Best, Holden's Golden Glow (£3.00), 3D Good old Boy and Harvest Pale from Castle Rock.

A long overdue visit to this cracking little micro pub. 4 beers on - Holden's Golden Glow, Timothy Taylor Landlord, Thornbridge Jaipur and Stockport Brewing Company Cascade. We tried the Glow and the Cascade. Both were excellent. Friendly service. Lots of outside seating. Fresh cakes and afternoon tea available. Well worth a visit.

New micropub.