Beer

Burslem based brewery Titanic, have brewed a special one off beer to celebrate the appearance of Staffordshire Landlady Karen Malkin on The Weakest Link. Karen Malkin of the Marquis of Granby, Ipstones, is to appear on BBC One's The Weakest Link on Monday, 24 May. The pub regularly features guest ales brewed by Titanic from nearby Stoke-on-Trent, and the brewery has arranged for a special supply of one off brew Karen's Ale to be served at the Church Lane pub on the day of the screening.

Since opening, The Famous Lion has become a favourable addition to Stoke City Centre’s sparse pub scene. It is a fine example of a modern pub and a sharp contrast to The Wheatsheaf Wetherspoon across the road.

Upon mentioning I was popping to the Last Orders, I was met with a furrowed brow. A reputation preceded it as a soulless pub with no ale. Upon approach, my expectations rose as I observed that its designation had transformed since my last visit, the month previous. Last Orders had indeed been served, and the pub has reverted to its former guise as The Talbot, a pub with a reputation as a lively music venue. Indeed, the situation has improved, although not significantly so.

Lovers of good beer can now join a special club launched by the award winning Titanic Brewery. The Titanic Brewery Club is setting sail as the Stoke-on-Trent based brewery celebrates its 25th anniversary. Managing Director Keith Bott said, 'Titanic Brewery has always been committed to engaging with our customers and our new club is designed to develop that relationship even further. Our philosophy is to provide local drinkers with what they want – good beer brewed locally.

By Pits n Pots Reporter A much-loved town-centre nightspot is to reopen its doors to revellers next week. The Full Moon, in Newcastle, is due to welcome back customers to the venue on Friday, October 30, when an entertainment-packed opening weekend will begin. The pub was a favourite spot for music fans and was on the circuit of bars associated with the ‘indie’ crowd and has been much-missed for its late-night antics. But licenseee, our very own Matt Taylor, is vowing to bring the pu

By Pits'n'Pots Reporter. There is now only three days to go until Stoke-on-Trent’s newest festival is born on the fourth of July. Piccadilly Circus is due to take place from 12-10pm on Saturday, which organisers hope will be red-hot with rays, as well as with talent due on stage. The event will get off the ground in Piccadilly, Hanley, and is being planned by landlord Matt Taylor, of the Unicorn Inn, along with music reviewers Stoke Sounds and local teacher, Sarah Smith, who works at

By Mark Brereton If you’re a graphic designer or typographic geek and quite partial to the odd beer then I’d seriously suggest a visit to the Coachmakers Arms pub in Hanley. It has a vast collection of beer mats from local and UK breweries. All of which can be viewed on the walls of the pub. The design and typography spread many generations, brands, identities and tastes. There’s a great selection of heavies, lights, bolds, and darks.