Darth Canary1 92 Posted August 7, 2017 Where do we congregate generally for the villa game pre-match. I''ve not been before so looking for some advice Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TIL 1010 5,246 Posted August 7, 2017 The only away pub is The Witton Arms and it is an absolute dump. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
......and Smith must score. 1,588 Posted August 7, 2017 Plenty of decent pubs in the centre of Brum.As Tilly says the Witton Arms is a right hole. One time I went they had the b*oody cheek to charge us to get in.Avoid. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeanoBravoWSM 0 Posted August 8, 2017 Indeed witton arms. Usually a couple of quid to get in. Normally packed with away fans and sometimes has a marquee at the back with big screen hanging. Don''t avoid as if not been before will be an experience. Enjoy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DDD In The Fine City 1 Posted August 8, 2017 If you like your pubs to have school tables and chairs and piss stained carpets the Witton arms is for you, also check your change at the bar as every single member of the Midlands scum bar staff will pocket what they can, also id rather take a dump in an alley than use their toilets, shathole. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
......and Smith must score. 1,588 Posted August 8, 2017 [quote user="DDD In The Fine City"]If you like your pubs to have school tables and chairs and piss stained carpets the Witton arms is for you, also check your change at the bar as every single member of the Midlands scum bar staff will pocket what they can, also id rather take a dump in an alley than use their toilets, shathole.[/quote]If anyone''s angling for a divorce this is the ideal place for that candlelit anniversary dinner...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lessingham Canary 108 Posted August 8, 2017 And 3 wives later.... what exactly is wrong with the Witton arms ? surely you are only going for the beer [:D] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BroadstairsR 2,273 Posted August 8, 2017 The Barton Arms at Aston Cross is not far away.Probably not suitable for the football supporter''s occasion but well worth a quick visit as a tourist attraction.The outside of the pub is an architectural and historical masterpiece.The inside is equally magnificent with a splendid decor which includes ornamental woodwork and tiling and a very splendid and traditional bar setting. There are even privacy cubicles that many pubs had when this one was first built well over one hundred years ago. Most of the small corner pubs that served the factory workers who lived in terraced houses in the immediate vicinity of the ground have long since closed down, partly because of the fact that it now has a large Muslim community and also because a lot of the original inhabitants, many of whom were Irish, have moved out to more "affluent" areas like Erdington and Perry Barr. Interesting area. I stayed in Fredericks Road for a bit. Ozzy Osbourne, the most famous ex-resident apart from me, was born and raised nearby.Birmingham centre is not quite as short a hop as it is to St. Andrews from my memory but it is probably best for that pre-match booze up depending of course on your transport. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Woodman 92 Posted August 8, 2017 If you do go to the centre of Brum around Broad Street and the ICC, it''s currently a mass of roadworks and bollards, so give yourself enough time to get to the ground as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Felixfan 53 Posted August 8, 2017 Having frequented the Witton Arms for several years I did ask the bevy of gorilla type bouncers tongue in cheek if I could have a season ticket but they were not amused.Am I right in thinking it was increased to £2 last year? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
