Hail to the Ale micropub: homepage

updated 14th September 2020

please note the following changes due to coronavirus pandemic:

1. Some of the seating and room layout pictures will have changed, they will return to normal eventually!
2. Reduced capacity with social distancing rules: inside 22 outside 18.
3. We have an online booking system for the inside tables click here for details
4. Contactless payment is preferred but we also accept cash.
5. We offer and encourage takeout options.
6. We reserve the right to refuse admission if at capacity.
7. Seated customers only, no standing apart from smoking area.
8. Outside tables can not be reserved, first come first served sorry!
9. On entering you will be asked to read our guidance, sanitise your hands, and submit contact details for NHS Test & Trace.

CLICK HERE FOR FULL CUSTOMER GUIDANCE

click here for current NHS advice

PLEASE NOTE:

Due to the size and layout of Hail to the Ale,
the seating arrangements are only suitable for up
to four households under the current guidelines.

Frequently asked questions

Hail to the Ale Micropub was opened by Morton Brewery on Thursday 5th September 2013.
Morton Brewery is the only microbrewery in Wolverhampton brewing on a regular basis, and Hail to the Ale is the only permanent outlet for the brewery beers. There should always be at least two to three on dispense.

We were the first Micropub to open in the West Midlands and the 32nd to open in the UK.
The premises last use was a furniture shop, but is mostly remembered as a Post Office.
The Micropub has two interior drinking zones split over two levels: the entrance leads to a lounge, then the bar area is on the higher level at the rear.
We also have an outside drinking facility, the 'Doris Cooper memorial beer garden' was officially opened on 20th April 2016.

The decor and style is old fashioned cosy with a nostalgic feel.
There is plenty of character from the beer and brewery related pictures and various items of interesting bric-a-brac.

We are proud to be a 'traditional' style Micropub, based on the original concept outlined by Martyn Hillier.
With this in mind we trade on limited hours, only sell 4 - 6 Real ales (craft beers), 2 - 4 Scrumpy Ciders, 10 Fruit Wines, a small selection of Soft Drinks, and tasty snack foods.

To stay within our theme, we do not offer any 'modern' products or facilities such as keg beers, cocktails, sparkling wines, internet, etc. nor do we have piped music, gaming machines, sky/bt tv, or hot food.
Full disabled access is in place, and a unisex full disabled toilet is available with baby change facilities.
We have off road parking for up to four vehicles, children (under 16) are allowed on the premises until 8pm, and well behaved dogs are welcome.