The Best Pubs
in
Lichfield

Tucked away in the Staffordshire countryside, The Nelson Inn is a fantastic find for anyone craving a proper, family run country pub. With a great selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, plus a welcoming outdoor patio and a play area for the kids, it’s the perfect spot for groups of friends or a relaxed family meal. The menu is a real treat, featuring freshly prepared dishes using locally sourced ingredients, from a divine lamb shank to classic Sunday roasts that are full of old fashioned flavour. It’s a moderately priced gem where the friendly service and delicious food will have you planning your next visit before you’ve even left.

Nestled alongside the Coventry canal in the charming village of Huddlesford, The Plough is a wonderful country pub where you can truly Eat, Drink, and Relax. With a superb beer garden, a menu packed with fantastic home cooked food, and a fine selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, it’s the ideal spot for a leisurely family lunch or a lively get together with friends. The service is always friendly and the portions are generous, making it a dog friendly haven you’ll want to return to again and again.

On Beacon Street, The Feathers Inn is a legendary local that has been crowned the National Community And Entertainment Pub Of The Year for two consecutive years. This moderately priced gem serves up glorious homemade pub grub, from a divine Steak ’n’ Ale pie to a Feathers Feast Burger, all washed down with cask-marque approved real ales. With live music every Friday and Saturday, a Tuesday open mic night, and a human jukebox on Sundays, the entertainment is as top notch as the food. Whether you’re catching a band, watching the sports, or gathering a group in the outdoor seating, this is a proper, family friendly spot that makes every visit unforgettable.

Surrounded by the beautiful Staffordshire countryside, The Malt Shovel is a fantastic family run country pub that perfectly blends a traditional bar with a stylish modern restaurant. The bar area is wonderfully inviting with its open fireplaces and dart board, while the menu features freshly prepared, locally sourced dishes that are cooked to an exceptional standard. They serve a brilliant selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, and with live music, a spacious outdoor garden, and a dog friendly policy, it’s a superb spot for groups, sports fans, or a relaxing meal with the family.

Step into The Bell Inn, a proper traditional village pub where the beer flows and the welcome is as warm as the roaring fire. With a lovely large garden perfect for sunny afternoons, live music to keep the good times rolling, and a menu full of hearty, freshly made classics like a tender steak, this is the kind of place where everyone from families to dog walkers feels right at home. The friendly service and genuine community spirit make it an absolute gem for a relaxed drink or a satisfying meal with a group of mates.

At the canal side junction where narrow boats glide through the locks, The Swan is a proper local that gets everything right. This dog friendly haven welcomes your pup with open arms, while you enjoy a fantastic selection of real ales, wines, and cocktails in the warm, easygoing rooms filled with canal memorabilia. Sit outside with a cold beer and watch the boats pass by, or catch some live music with a group of mates. With its hearty, home cooked food and genuinely friendly service, this inexpensive gem is the perfect spot for a post walk treat or a relaxed evening out.

Perched at the top of the city on Greenhill, the Duke of York is a true gem and the oldest inn in the area, dating back to 1644. This charming Joule's Brewery taphouse is a haven for beer lovers, serving up their superb pale ales and seasonal brews alongside a fantastic selection of wines and cocktails. With its ancient oak beams, crackling real fires, and a gorgeous beer garden perfect for groups, it’s an incredibly welcoming spot that also hosts live music and welcomes your four legged friends. Don’t miss their show stopping bar snacks and taphouse tapas menu, which pair perfectly with a pint in this wonderfully historic setting.

A cracking local where the CAMRA approved ales flow freely and the Packington pork pies are legendary. This dog friendly pub is a proper hub for groups, whether you're catching live music, watching the match, or enjoying a cocktail on the outdoor seating. The vibe is lively and welcoming, with a great selection of beers, wines, and spirits that keeps everyone happy. It’s a brilliant spot for a fun night out with mates.

Right in the heart of the city, the Angel Inn is a brilliant Joules pub that nails the perfect mix of cosy charm and lively energy. They pour a grand selection of beers, including an incredible whiskey infused Baltic porter, alongside wines and cocktails, all at a reasonable price. With live music that gets the place bouncing, plenty of seating both indoors and out, and a warm welcome for dogs and groups, it’s no wonder everyone always seems so happy here. The tasty menu and genuinely fantastic service make this a top notch spot for a proper pint and a great time.

The Dog Inn is a fantastic local where the welcome is as warm as the roaring fire, making everyone from families to four legged friends feel right at home. They pour a great selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, and the outdoor seating is perfect for groups catching live music or watching the big game. The food is delicious and hearty, served by a team that goes above and beyond to create a genuinely kind and supportive space. It’s a moderately priced gem that’s earned a loyal following for its incredible service and community spirit.