The Best Pubs in Wolverhampton

This is a true gem of a pub, a former national pub of the year that feels like a real treasure. The staff are incredibly friendly, and the selection of real ales, including Bostin Holdens and Bathams alongside guest beers, is absolutely brilliant. You can enjoy a proper conversation here without any hassle, and the wholesome food, cobs, and scratchings make it a perfect spot. With outdoor seating and a welcoming crowd of nice people, this might just be the best pub in Britain.

The Royal Oak is a traditional local pub popular during music events, offering great real ales. It features 'One More One' ale, which is brewed specifically for and only found here. Guests can also try the heritage cider available at the back of the bar. This pub is a true local gem with unique drinks you won't find anywhere else.

The Summer House is a true hidden gem offering a great array of cask ales and a sumptuous gin selection. The original chef has returned, serving specialty Nepalese homemade curry alongside a good range of Indian food with generous portions at reasonable prices. Guests can enjoy their drinks and meals while watching sports on TV, with Timothy Taylor Landlord ale on draught. The pub also features a crown green bowling green in the garden and a roaring fire in the winter.

Hail To The Ale is a traditional micropub, the first in the area, run by Morton Brewery. It offers real ales from just £3.70 a pint, real cider, fruit wine, and food like pork pies and jumbo sausage rolls all day. The pub proudly displays numerous CAMRA awards, including being named City Pub of the Year for multiple years and a Good Beer Guide listing from 2015 to 2027. It maintains a classic focus with no TV, background music, gaming machines, or lager, but welcomes well behaved dogs and offers a CAMRA discount and a loyalty app.

Step into The Beacon Hotel, a proper old world gem where the central bar with its low serving hatches immediately sets a convivial, no nonsense tone. This is a true haven for real ale lovers, celebrated for its brilliant home brewed beers and incredible value. You simply cannot visit without trying the legendary Sarah Hughes Ruby Mild, best enjoyed in the charming beer garden. It’s a cosy, characterful spot that feels refreshingly original and utterly welcoming.

The Newhampton Pub is a true gem, celebrated for its top quality ales on tap and hearty home cooking, especially its famous pies, chips, and chili. The real magic lies in its incredible garden, which boasts a crown green bowling green and a children's playground, making it a brilliant spot for everyone. From a cracking breakfast to superb burgers and a Black Country salad, every visit feels like the best pub trip you could ever have.

The Giffard Arms is a fantastic local spot that really comes alive on weekends, buzzing with energy from a great mix of people. The bar offers a solid selection of drinks, and the vibe is both relaxed and lively, perfect for a fun night out. Keep an eye out for the awesome throne inside, and if the weather is nice, you can enjoy the outdoor seating area too.

Step into The Posada, a true gem for anyone who loves a proper pint in a setting steeped in history. This traditional Victorian pub is one of the oldest in the city, recently refreshed to preserve its classic charm while offering a fantastic selection of real ales that draws in CAMRA members. Pull up a chair, enjoy the jukebox, and soak in the character of a place where the name itself means "The Crew" a perfect spot for good company and great beer.

The Lych Gate Tavern is a historic, timber framed pub owned by Black Country Ales, offering 13 pumps of great real ales. It features a log fire, traditional bar snacks like cobs and pork pies, and a function room with accommodation. This pub has earned the Wolverhampton CAMRA City Pub of the Year 2014 award and a spot in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2019. With wheelchair access, a garden area, and sky sports, it is a welcoming spot where children are allowed until 7pm.

The Combermere Arms is a charming, historic pub with a Grade II listed building and three cozy rooms featuring original sash windows and fireplaces. It is famous for its annual pie, sausage, and cheese tasting festivals, along with great real ales and delicious homecooked food. The pub also boasts a legendary tree growing inside the gents' toilet and a rear courtyard and beer garden for outdoor seating.