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🍻 Our Most-Loved Ales at The Old Cross Tavern
At The Old Cross Tavern, we’ve got eight handpulls that change more often than the British weather — but a few pints always seem to come back, and for good reason.
🏅 Timothy Taylor’s Landlord
Our one true permanent. A classic pale ale that’s balanced, biscuity, and crisp with just enough bite to keep you coming back. There’s a reason it’s a national favourite — and at the Old Cross, we make sure every pint hits the mark: cool, conditioned, and creamy.
🌊 Adnams Ghost Ship Session IPA
Probably our most dependable guest. Zesty, lightly tropical, and just hoppy enough to please both the IPA crowd and the session drinkers. It disappears faster than we can tap it — locals love it because it’s full-flavoured but still only 3.4%.
🍯 Brew York Keras
A newer regular that’s earned its stripes. It’s a modern, malt-forward ale with a smooth body and honeyed edge — proper comfort pint territory. One of those beers that makes you stay for “just one more.”
🌾 Lacons Norfolk Gem
An underrated beauty. Gently malty with a hint of caramel and that trademark Norfolk subtlety — easy-drinking, approachable, and brewed with pride not far from here. We pour this one often, and regulars spot it on the board straight away.
⚓ Adnams Lighthouse
Proof that a 3.4% beer can still have flavour. Clean, bright, and a perfect opener for a long afternoon. When this one’s on, you can almost guarantee it’ll be first to go.
🍫 And there’s always something dark on…
Whether it’s a smooth porter, a roasted stout, or a traditional mild, you’ll always find at least one dark beer on the bar.
They might not turn over as quickly as the pales, but they’ve got their loyal following — the drinkers who appreciate depth, warmth, and proper winter comfort all year round.
👨⚖️ The Verdict
We rotate hundreds of casks a year, but these few keep finding their way back.
Not because of contracts or deals — but because people ask for them by name.
Real ale is about trust, and these are the ones that earn it every time.
Curious what makes these pints taste so good? Here’s the difference between cask and keg →
