The Roebuck Inn, Burton On Trent Town, Burton on Trent

I went to the Roebuck Inn for their live music on a Sunday, ever so slightly as I like to find a nice place to sit or stand without getting in the way. Which usually serves me fine, though at the Roebuck there was a large problem, no matter where you stand in this pokey, small pub you're always in the way, and always in a band position. Also, even though I got their slightly early, expected to see the band soundcheck to get a flavour for them, due to the locals wanting to watch the football the management didn't allow the band to set up til half an hour before go-time, which harmed the overall afternoon. The drinks were average at best, nothing you wouldn't expect to find in an average local. The location is nice as it's close to the train station and near the town centre The smoking area and outdoor seating was boxy and intimidating (barred gates, large covered walls) The staff were terrible. There was one member of staff who seemed to not care about the customers, about the entertainment the bar put on or anything like that, the only thing this woman seemed to do was scour for people to kick out and chat to the locals. Which strikes me as odd as a town centre pub, which is closest to the train station than any others, would often be one which allows all customers as opposed to treat them as outsiders. Would definitely suggest Burtons other pubs for every possible aspect, the entertainment is handled better at places such as the Wetmore Whistle, while the location is nice at the Roebuck, places like the Devonshire Arms and The PepperTree suffice just as well, and have a better atmosphere. For general drinking, be it alone, with friends, on a night out, or a quiet summer day, there's always much friendlier places. This pub has turned away myself and a number of people I know who have been to this bar. Definitely not a bar that looks as good as it's outdoor appearance!

I was shocked and appalled at the level of service at this establishment, I was treated rudely by bar staff, and my I.D scrutinised for minutes at a time despite being in my twenties and visiting with my parents for a nice Sunday drink (60 56 respectively)the atmosphere was oppressive, and the pub it's self is too small to swing a cat and choice of drinks are fine, but not what you'd expect from a town once famed as the brewing capital of the world. I'd suggest burtons The Albion Appleby Devonshire Arms Cottage brewery or the wheatmoore whistle over this pub easily

Now called the Cheshire Lounge

Typical friendly town boozer with live music on a Sunday evening. Serves Ind Coope's Burton Ale plus a couple of guests.