146 Oxford St, Bilston WV14 7DP

About This Pub

Ah, the Ale House – it's one of those unassuming spots that just draws you in with its charm. From what I've gathered from folks who've popped in, the staff really stand out; they're warm, chatty, and make every visit feel like catching up with old mates. The drinks selection is spot on too, with a good range of beers, ciders, and stouts at prices that feel fair and honest, paired with some tasty pub snacks to keep things going. There's a pool table and music on offer, which adds a fun layer, and it's brilliant for catching a gig if you're into that scene. On the brighter side, everything's kept impeccably clean, which is always a relief. But let's be straight – it does have its downsides; it's often on the quiet side, so if you're hoping for a lively crowd, you might find it a bit subdued. Plus, with only four days a week open, it's not the easiest to drop by spontaneously, and I've heard a few mentions of real ale not always being on tap, which could be a letdown for traditionalists. All in all, it's a solid choice for a relaxed pint and a natter, especially if you're in the Bilston area and fancy a no-fuss evening.

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • The staff are incredibly friendly and always up for a good chat, making you feel right at home as soon as you walk in
  • They've got a cracking selection of ciders, beers, and stouts, with prices that won't break the bank
  • It's a warm and cosy spot, perfect for a relaxed evening with a bit of music and a pool table to keep things entertaining
  • The place is spotlessly clean, right down to the toilets, which is always a nice touch
  • It's a great venue for gigs and bands, adding a bit of live excitement to the mix
Cons
  • It can feel a tad quiet at times, so if you're after a buzzing atmosphere, it might not hit the spot
  • They're only open four days a week, which means you'll have to plan your visits around that
  • On occasion, they might not have real ale available, which could disappoint the ale aficionados among us

Contact Information

146 Oxford St, Bilston WV14 7DP
+441902405522
Bar
Closed today

Opening Hours

Monday (Today)Closed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday17:00 - 22:00
Thursday17:00 - 22:00
Friday17:00 - 22:00
Saturday17:00 - 22:00
SundayClosed

Location

Recent Reviews

Selection of cider, beers and stout. Pub snacks, pool table, music an friendly bar staff.
CH
Christopher Haynes
Amazing staff clean great prices and clean toilets highly recommend will be back soon
RP
Rachel Penn
I enjoy it every time I come here (with my family) but it's not always very busy, staff are very friendly and they'll talk to anyone who comes here, great place for bands/gigs as well.
LC
Luke Cornforth
Friendly welcome on our first visit before a gig at Robin2, looks like a good music venue and could be good for a beer but sadly no real ale when we called in.
GC
Geiserich C
Really enjoy visiting this place. Generally quiet but very warm and cosy. Very friendly people who run it, they'll always have a good conversation with you as will the other regular patrons. Good beer and a great price. Typically enjoy a Friday or Saturday evening here. Music is on so there's a bit of atmosphere accompanied by multiple screens often playing the videos to the tracks. I've seen a few bands here too so there's a chance you could catch some live music (more commonly Saturday nights).
ST
Sam T

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