Mark Albrighton Posted February 26, 2017 VT Supporter Share Posted February 26, 2017 35 minutes ago, Xela said: Some decent looking boozers there pal. My parents have just come back from a week in Shropshire, they rented a cottage in Much Wenlock and loved it, and I think they had a day in Bridgnorth with a pub lunch, so may well have been at one of those venues. Yeah, there are a few more good pubs in Bridgnorth, plenty to choose from. Much Wenlock is a lovely little place, we went there last year (as part of getting the missus familiar with the area-she's from Bristol). Managed to nip in to The George and the Dragon for a bit of lunch and a (soft) drink, a proper cosy pub. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xela Posted February 26, 2017 Author Share Posted February 26, 2017 27 minutes ago, Shropshire Lad said: Yeah, there are a few more good pubs in Bridgnorth, plenty to choose from. Much Wenlock is a lovely little place, we went there last year (as part of getting the missus familiar with the area-she's from Bristol). Managed to nip in to The George and the Dragon for a bit of lunch and a (soft) drink, a proper cosy pub. My old man did mention that place, they were right by it. Also one called The Talbot? They really enjoyed it. They are looking to move out of Brum in the next few years and Shropshire is probably looking favourite now. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ingram85 Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 **** love Bridgnorth. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wainy316 Posted February 27, 2017 Share Posted February 27, 2017 Apparently the Aston Social is going up for auction today. We're going to have no match day ;pubs left soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PieFacE Posted February 27, 2017 VT Supporter Share Posted February 27, 2017 1 hour ago, Wainy316 said: Apparently the Aston Social is going up for auction today. We're going to have no match day ;pubs left soon. Yup. might not have a pub to go into tomorrow Was a bit shocked when told this on Saturday. Been drinking in there for years. They still have loads of signs up saying the place isn't closing down there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dAVe80 Posted February 27, 2017 Share Posted February 27, 2017 1 hour ago, Wainy316 said: Apparently the Aston Social is going up for auction today. We're going to have no match day ;pubs left soon. It's an absolute wasteland round VP these days. Back in the day, I'd flit between 4 or 5 different pubs on a match day, now if you want to drink near the ground, it's Aston Social, or Aston Tavern the one end, or the Witton Arms the other. Otherwise you're looking at a bit of a trek. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wainy316 Posted February 27, 2017 Share Posted February 27, 2017 Tavern is going to be rammed as it will be bearing all the traffic from both the Social and the Addies. Going to be city centre drinking in future I reckon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dAVe80 Posted February 27, 2017 Share Posted February 27, 2017 35 minutes ago, Wainy316 said: Tavern is going to be rammed as it will be bearing all the traffic from both the Social and the Addies. Going to be city centre drinking in future I reckon. Yeah, I was down for the Ipswich game, went in the Tavern, and getting served was a bit of an ordeal. Plus £3 to get in, and not shy of £4 a pint. Bit of a rip off. I used to drink in my local pre match also, many moons ago. It was alright, but I always felt like it wasn't a match day, as you didn't get the buzz of being among the faithful, and having a bit of a sing. I think drinking in Town would be a similar experience, plus living in Erdington (as I did), I never really had to go through town to get to Aston / Witton. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wainy316 Posted February 27, 2017 Share Posted February 27, 2017 1 hour ago, dAVe80 said: Plus £3 to get in, Negated somewhat by the pork baguette included in the entrance fee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xela Posted February 27, 2017 Author Share Posted February 27, 2017 7 hours ago, dAVe80 said: It's an absolute wasteland round VP these days. Back in the day, I'd flit between 4 or 5 different pubs on a match day, now if you want to drink near the ground, it's Aston Social, or Aston Tavern the one end, or the Witton Arms the other. Otherwise you're looking at a bit of a trek. They just don't get any traffic during non match days. Down to the changing demographic of the area, where public houses are not part of the culture. Does the Holte pub open anymore? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xela Posted February 27, 2017 Author Share Posted February 27, 2017 5 hours ago, Wainy316 said: Tavern is going to be rammed as it will be bearing all the traffic from both the Social and the Addies. Going to be city centre drinking in future I reckon. Isn't that a bit of a gastro pub? Never been in myself but remember seeing pics of it and it looked pretty plush for an Aston boozer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dAVe80 Posted February 27, 2017 Share Posted February 27, 2017 1 hour ago, Xela said: They just don't get any traffic during non match days. Down to the changing demographic of the area, where public houses are not part of the culture. Oh totally. It will be interesting to see if anything ever comes from the talk of Dr Tone, regenerating the area around VP, but maybe that's for another thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeyp102 Posted February 27, 2017 Share Posted February 27, 2017 There is still sacred heart near the ground as well, although it is always packed after a game. Few years ago used to love the Aston Hotel after a game, you'd be in there a couple of hours, but with everyone partying and dancing on tables it would feel like it was the army hours of the morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeyp102 Posted February 27, 2017 Share Posted February 27, 2017 Going to the Hen and Chickens constitution hill Saturday for the tandoori mix grill. Anyone been? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mottaloo Posted February 27, 2017 Share Posted February 27, 2017 17 minutes ago, mikeyp102 said: Going to the Hen and Chickens constitution hill Saturday for the tandoori mix grill. Anyone been? @Xela....one for you to answer I believe ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xela Posted March 1, 2017 Author Share Posted March 1, 2017 On 2/27/2017 at 20:22, mikeyp102 said: Going to the Hen and Chickens constitution hill Saturday for the tandoori mix grill. Anyone been? Been a couple of times and food excellent. Very small place though so may be best to reserve a table if you are going at peak sport watching hours. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xela Posted March 1, 2017 Author Share Posted March 1, 2017 If it's full then there is The Barrel Bar & Grill around corner on Summer Lane 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidcow Posted March 1, 2017 VT Supporter Share Posted March 1, 2017 Maybe someone on facetwit can poke Dr Tony and express people's concerns. If you play the part of football culture card (which it is) he might see a way to invest in something. Hate that Bluescum have loads of bars to choose from yet we have such slim pickings even though I rarely drink before or after a game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeyp102 Posted March 1, 2017 Share Posted March 1, 2017 2 hours ago, Xela said: Been a couple of times and food excellent. Very small place though so may be best to reserve a table if you are going at peak sport watching hours. Yeah heard it's small. Should be there by 2pm so hoping not too busy at that time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVFCDAN Posted March 1, 2017 Share Posted March 1, 2017 I can also vouch for the Hen and Chickens, the mix grill is excellent. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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