The Jiggers Whistle Micro Pub
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About The Jiggers Whistle Micro Pub
The Jiggers Whistle Micro Pub pours its drinks from a small single room on High Street in Brownhills, Walsall, serving beer it does not brew on site. Real ales rotate through the taps and come by the pint, while the cider list runs wide, including still fruit ciders in flavours such as pineapple and piña colada, and the bar stocks other drinks beyond beer and cider. Lighting stays low, with lamps and background music kept quiet enough to hold a conversation. Dogs come inside with their owners, and children are welcome too. A step-free entrance lets visitors with mobility needs get in without a kerb or stair, and takeaway is available for anyone wanting a drink to carry off. Booking ahead is advised. The pub opens most days of the week and closes on Tuesdays, drawing a regular local crowd along with customers travelling in from nearby towns.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · On-site parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention real ales on offer, cider selection, pineapple cider, dogs and kids welcome and cosy micro pub feel.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention real ales on offer, cider selection, pineapple cider, dogs and kids welcome and cosy micro pub feel.
Customer Review Summary
The beer draws the most consistent praise, with regulars saying they have never had a bad pint and one describing family travelling in from Halesowen just for one. Close behind sits the cider range, named specifically in the still pineapple and pina colada, which one visitor called gorgeous. The welcome from the owners comes up repeatedly, described as warm and friendly whether it is a first visit or a hundredth, and several mention the locals folding newcomers in, with more than one expressly recommending a visit. Others note warm lamps and lighting they found relaxing and cosy, and background music pitched low enough to actually hear the person opposite. One reviewer strikes a different note, describing irregular opening hours that leave it unclear when the pub will be open, and a rule against standing at the bar that they found awkward when busy and firmly enforced. Dogs and children are welcomed throughout, one party noting their own rather vocal dogs were still made welcome.
Customer Review Summary
The beer draws the most consistent praise, with regulars saying they have never had a bad pint and one describing family travelling in from Halesowen just for one. Close behind sits the cider range, named specifically in the still pineapple and pina colada, which one visitor called gorgeous. The welcome from the owners comes up repeatedly, described as warm and friendly whether it is a first visit or a hundredth, and several mention the locals folding newcomers in, with more than one expressly recommending a visit. Others note warm lamps and lighting they found relaxing and cosy, and background music pitched low enough to actually hear the person opposite. One reviewer strikes a different note, describing irregular opening hours that leave it unclear when the pub will be open, and a rule against standing at the bar that they found awkward when busy and firmly enforced. Dogs and children are welcomed throughout, one party noting their own rather vocal dogs were still made welcome.
Featured reviews
- Robert Bull
“This really is a lovely place to have a chat over a few real ales, which are excellent! We have been using Jiggers for well over a year now and we love going in there. Colin and Theresa are really welcoming as are the locals too. We often take friends and family in there as it's such a great little place. Great beers and excellent choice of Ciders .”
- Dean Webb
“Diamond in Brownhills here,fine ales and good company, this is where it's at.🍺👍🏻great company local community and all me mate's are there.”
- Dai Llafyn
“Great place - many fine beers quaffed. First time there with some friends from work and were welcomed with open arms. Highly recommended!”
- Bradley Baker
“Absolutely amazing micro pub, lovely owners, and great selection of beer and cider”
- Jozefine Cox
“Great atmosphere in here. T and Colin are really warm, friendly & welcoming whether its your first time or you're a regular, feels like your part of the family with a fantastic selection of ciders, beers & other drinks.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Has bar games
- Has great beer selection
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Dogs allowed
- Offers takeaway
Show more amenities
- Serves dine-in
- Good for kids
- Has bar games
- Casual
- Serves beer
- Has free water refills
- Offerings· 3
- Serves alcohol
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Atmosphere· 1
- Cosy
- Crowd· 3
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safe space
- Accessibility· 1
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Dining options· 1
- Has seating
- Highlights· 1
- Has great beer selection
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Parking· 1
- On-site parking
Location
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The Jiggers Whistle Micro Pub This shop | The Fingerpost pub. | The Farmers Boy | Wheatsheaf | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.8(152) | 4.3(595) | 4.4(211) | 4.3(1,104) | |
| Price | £10–20 | £10–20 | £10–20 | £10–20 |
| Distance | — | 1.6 mi | 2.7 mi | 3.2 mi |
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