Coventry Real Ale Pubs (2 Viewers)

[1966_and_all-that]

Hi all, Blackpool fan in peace.

Saturday's game will be my first time at Coventry's ground. I never made it to Highfield Road either, which was a shame. However, me, wife and dog are making a long weekend of it, staying in a cottage for 4 nights at Cubbington. We are also trying to do all of England's cathedrals so Saturday morning will start off with a tour of both (if, indeed, the old cathedral can be toured). A friend and fellow seasider will join me at that point (down for one night) and we intend to take in several of your central real ale pubs.

The 2022 CAMRA guide contains 6 CV1 pubs:
Earl of Mercia
Gatehouse Tavern
Golden Cross
Old Windmill
Town Crier
Town Wall Tavern

Also 2 CV5 pubs:
City Arms, Earlsdon
Broomfield Tavern, Spon End

And Bryatt's Brewhouse Bar, Foleshill.

It would be helpful if any of you could advise which of these are doable by foot before the match; bearing in mind that my wife will then be driving us up to the ground from the centre, via the A444. Thanks in advance

Finally, I do hope you manage to get your ground back after all of the Wasps shenanigans.

 

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[fernandopartridge]

Byatt's is very close the Arena FYI

Coventry City centre is pretty compact so you could get around most of those, I personally wouldn't bother with Earl of Mercia, Flying Standard (both JDW) or the Town Crier (strange 80s built pub), the others are more interesting. You could do the Golden Cross (adjacent to the Cathedrals) and then walk across town to the Town Wall Tavern, Gatehouse and Old Windmill.

 

[steveo1987]

Hi 1966, I would highly recommend Byatts pre match, excellent choice of ales, Cider, Perry and lagers as well as a good bottled selection . We always use it as you can park for free and it's only a 15/20min walk . You will probably need to be in there for 2pm at the latest..cheers

Home - Byatts Brewery

www.byattsbrewery.co.uk

 

[Esoterica]

I played for the Broomfield Tavern as a teenager in the 90s. Still got my shirt!

 

[Brighton Sky Blue]

What a load of CRAP

 

[tskezz]

Pretty much what @fernandopartridge said Mercia & Crier are shite.

Townwall, Windmill and Gatehouse are all quality. Theres also Hops d'Amor which is just behind Townwall. Dhillons is sound over near the station side of town.

If you're driving Fargo Village has the twisted barrel brewery which is good.

 

[Chip Batch]

Definitely hops d’amor if you’re in town. They always have good stuff on keg and cask. Dhillons spire bar (for the location) and Twisted barrel for great beers brewed on site at Fargo if you’ve got chance to get up there. About a 15-20 minute walk from the town centre. Plenty of food choices up there too.

 

[AOM]

Broomfield and City Arms are a bit out of the way and you'd still need a 15ish minute taxi to the ground.
Byatts is really good - prefer their beer than Dhillons

The Greyhound Inn is another decent old pub, but in the opposite direction and about a 30 minute walk from the CBS Arena

 

[eastwoodsdustman]

The Golden Cross is just around the corner from the Cathedral in Hay Lane and the oldest in the City. It'd be rude not to go if you're that close.

 

[Gynnsthetonic]

The Greyhound, Sutton Stop, free parking and a 25 min walk to the ground along the canal

 

[Gynnsthetonic]

The Greyhound, Sutton Stop, free parking and a 25 min walk to the ground along the canal

 

[Nick]

The Greyhound, Sutton Stop, free parking and a 25 min walk to the ground along the canal

Yeah this is ideal. Can also stop at the Engine on the way down the canal.

 

[1966_and_all-that]

Broomfield and City Arms are a bit out of the way and you'd still need a 15ish minute taxi to the ground.
Byatts is really good - prefer their beer than Dhillons

The Greyhound Inn is another decent old pub, but in the opposite direction and about a 30 minute walk from the CBS Arena

Thanks,

Me and wife are planning to eat at the Greyhound after the match. It advertises itself as 'the most dog friendly pub in England.'

 

[AOM]

Thanks,

Me and wife are planning to eat at the Greyhound after the match. It advertises itself as 'the most dog friendly pub in England.'

Nice, food has been pretty good when I've eaten there before

 

[gary_ccfcforever]

Hops D'amour, Twisted Barrell and Beer Gonzo in Earlsdon are probably your Best spots in or near the City Centre. By the Ground you are looking at Byatts and Dhillons

 

[Johhny Blue]

I’ll throw in another vote for the greyhound.
It’ll be a great place to drown your sorrows after the game

 

[pusbccfc]

Enjoy your trip to Coventry and remember if you want a cathedral, we've got one to spare.

 

[Brylowes]

Reading this thread, really brings home just how sadly lacking central Coventry is when it comes to it’s hospitality & leisure offer.
For a city of it’s size it’s unbelievable really.

 

[Great_Expectations]

Hops is the only proper micropub in Coventry centre. Beer Gonzo and Twisted Barrel are a go to for craft drinkers too, albeit the menu in the former can be a little too sour or strong ABV focussed.

Dhillons at the Spire is ok, but slightly disappointing choice considering it’s a brewery! Byatts beer is a nicer and their tap is only about 15 minutes from the ground.

Surprised by the number of votes for the Greyhound. It’s been my pre-match routine since we moved to the Arena and I only ever see a handful of Cov fans, if that!

 

[GIMOC]

Hi 1966, I would highly recommend Byatts pre match, excellent choice of ales, Cider, Perry and lagers as well as a good bottled selection . We always use it as you can park for free and it's only a 15/20min walk . You will probably need to be in there for 2pm at the latest..cheers

Home - Byatts Brewery

www.byattsbrewery.co.uk

does it get busy before the game? never been before

 

[Gynnsthetonic]

Yeah this is ideal. Can also stop at the Engine on the way down the canal.

Good food too

 

[JAM See]

The Golden Cross is just around the corner from the Cathedral in Hay Lane and the oldest in the City. It'd be rude not to go if you're that close.

DO NOT, I repeat do not confuse the Golden Cross and the Coventry Cross.

Enjoy your stay in Coventry.

 

[Nick]

Where's byatts? Do they only open match days

 

[Bugsy]

Where's byatts? Do they only open match days

Lythalls Lane Industrial Estate,

Thursday	4–9pm
Friday	4–9pm
Saturday	12–9pm
Sunday	Closed
Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed

 

[Nick]

Ahhhh so up by the Cherry Tree!

 

[tskezz]

Admittedly I've only been a couple of times but aside from its outside seating bit I don't really get the love the the Greyhound. It was just okay I thought. Certainly wouldn't be going out there if it wasn't a beer garden weather.

 

[Gynnsthetonic]

Ahhhh so up by the Cherry Tree!

It's open on Tuesday and Wednesdays when City are at home 4pm-8pm

 

[Deleted member 5849]

Admittedly I've only been a couple of times but aside from its outside seating bit I don't really get the love the the Greyhound. It was just okay I thought. Certainly wouldn't be going out there if it wasn't a beer garden weather.

Nice pies

 

[Robinshio]

Admittedly I've only been a couple of times but aside from its outside seating bit I don't really get the love the the Greyhound. It was just okay I thought. Certainly wouldn't be going out there if it wasn't a beer garden weather.

agree - very much like a 70s pub with the same vibe and clientele (and carpets)

 

[Legia Sky Blue]

Admittedly I've only been a couple of times but aside from its outside seating bit I don't really get the love the the Greyhound. It was just okay I thought. Certainly wouldn't be going out there if it wasn't a beer garden weather.

I've been there in Winter when it had a roaring fire going, and it was a real chore leaving. If you like old style pubs with good ale and decent food then it should be your thing. If you're a lager drinker and like a boozer with one arm bandits, pool table, juke box and big screen TV then it won't be for you!

 

[Great_Expectations]

Admittedly I've only been a couple of times but aside from its outside seating bit I don't really get the love the the Greyhound. It was just okay I thought. Certainly wouldn't be going out there if it wasn't a beer garden weather.

Depends what you want pre match - it works for us as it’s quiet (we sometimes have kids/grandkids with us), food is always great, they have guest ales and it’s a decent walk down the tow path to the ground.

Very different pre-match routine and atmosphere to away days!

 

[Old Warwickshire lad]

agree - very much like a 70s pub with the same vibe and clientele (and carpets)

Did a nice draft bass back in the day. If I remember right. Telegraph did a piece on the landlord, shaming him for charging for water.
He then put a sign on the bar advertising, H2O £1 a pint.
He could be an awkward sod allegedly.

 

[1966_and_all-that]

Hi 1966, I would highly recommend Byatts pre match, excellent choice of ales, Cider, Perry and lagers as well as a good bottled selection . We always use it as you can park for free and it's only a 15/20min walk . You will probably need to be in there for 2pm at the latest..cheers

Home - Byatts Brewery

www.byattsbrewery.co.uk

Thanks everyone for your helpful advice. I think a couple in the Golden Cross, perhaps a swift one in the Town Wall then a lift up to Byatt's (Bryatts?) to finish and a walk to the ground.
Is Byatt's difficult with colours (shirt & scarf)? We're two 62 year olds with no inclination towards fisticuffs.

 

[lordy_87]

Thanks everyone for your helpful advice. I think a couple in the Golden Cross, perhaps a swift one in the Town Wall then a lift up to Byatt's (Bryatts?) to finish and a walk to the ground.
Is Byatt's difficult with colours (shirt & scarf)? We're two 62 year olds with no inclination towards fisticuffs.

I've been in byatts with away fans and never seen any trouble. It's not that kind of place , just don't act like a tit !

 

[tskezz]

I've been there in Winter when it had a roaring fire going, and it was a real chore leaving. If you like old style pubs with good ale and decent food then it should be your thing. If you're a lager drinker and like a boozer with one arm bandits, pool table, juke box and big screen TV then it won't be for you!

Hahaha one arm bandits. You should update your stereotypes