Historic pubs · West Midlands
The Scales Public House
In or near Lichfield.
The Scales Public House in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.
Richard Law — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Lichfield City · 0.4 km
About
The Scales Public House is a historic pub in England West Midlands, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Stowe Pool and Walk Mill Clay Pit SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Scales Public House is located in Lichfield, Staffordshire, within the West Midlands. This establishment is situated near the Stowe Pool and Walk Mill Clay Pit, which is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Visitors can expect a typical pub atmosphere, serving drinks and light refreshments in a local setting. The surrounding area offers scenic views, reflecting the natural features of the SSSI designation.
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- Coordinates
- 52.6831, -1.8285
- County
- Staffordshire
- District
- Lichfield
- Parish
- Lichfield
- Postcode
- WS13 6LH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Lichfield
- Nearest railway station
- Lichfield City — 0.4 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26482913 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Scales Public House?
- The Scales Public House is in Staffordshire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode WS13 6LH), in the parish of Lichfield.
- What is The Scales Public House?
- The Scales Public House in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Scales Public House?
- The nearest railway station is Lichfield City, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode WS13 6LH.
- Is The Scales Public House a protected site?
- Yes — The Scales Public House is part of the Stowe Pool and Walk Mill Clay Pit SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to The Scales Public House?
- The nearest railway station is Lichfield City, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WS13 6LH.