The Great Western in Bilston

I have arrived in Wolverhampton and my first stop was the Great Western. I have never been to this pub before, but many say it is the best pub in the city and I can see why. They have a nice selection of Black Country Ales, mostly Holden's because it is one of their pubs. However, I am started first with a Bathams Bitter, but had the Holden's Mild next, which I enjoyed more. Sadly, I don't think Bathams is as good as it used to be, and this was no fault of the Great Western. I make that comment even after recently drinking it at the brewery tap. The pub has good reasonably priced proper pub food. I went for the faggots, but couldn't decide on chips or mash, so I was grateful that I was allowed me to have half and half, knowing that in the past a different Black Country pub offered half rice and half chips with their curry. Black Country faggots are the real deal. You will never go back to frozen Brains faggots 😃 The pub is handy for the railway station and they have a large car park next door. They even have a screen in the corner of one room which shows the live train departure times, which must be useful for train traveller. There are several rooms, including a large conservatory at the back. The Great Western is very friendly and welcoming, including to dogs. My meal and pint was £14.75, both very enjoyable. Definitely recommended for both the excellent food, especially the proper Black Country faggots, and for a great selection of ales. The cobs also looked very nice, but having just eaten a meal I resisted.

Had a great time at GW on Saturday, unfortunately for me by the time I arrived Faggotts had sold out so I opted for two sides, both were excellent and very filling. Even though it was a busy Saturday afternoon the staff were all very friendly. It was my first time here and it definitely won't be the last, I highly recommend it to anyone in the area.

A must visit. Is this the best pub in Wolvo town centre, its certainly one of two and personal choice. This one has a more extensive line up of Holdens than others, glad to sèe and sample Mild and Old Ale both superbly kept. Didnt see Bathams on even though Real Ale Finder it was updated that day. I could happily walk in alone and not feel out of place, this will be a regular.

Decent pub near Wolverhampton station. Exactly what you want it to be, no pretence, just straight forward simplicity. I will happily return.

One of my must-visit real ale pubs whenever I visit Wolverhampton. Good range of Holdens & guest ales always in super condition (fast turnover). Bitter 3.80, Mild 3.60. Tasty pub grub at very reasonable prices. Always busy but plenty of staff to keep things running smoothly. Real fires are a bonus.