Take a look back at some historical Black Country boozers at the heart of their communities
There are hundreds of pubs in the region frequented by locals all over - and with good reason.
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Of the many boozers littered across the Black Country, most hold precious memories for residents who have - at some point or another - celebrated an event, milestone or moment on beer-soaked carpets.
Birthdays, Christmas, New Year, anniversaries and even funeral wakes are often favourites for those that want to celebrate, even in the case of celebrating somebody's life.
We could write thousands of articles on all of the moments shared by our readers in so many of our well-run drinking holes, but, for now, here's a nostalgic look back at five firm favourites within the communities in our close-knit region.
The Fox Inn, later known as the Wonderer, Molineux Street, Wolverhampton
Situated next to the Molineux's South Bank, The Wonderer was a fan-favourite for decades and often the drinking home of supporters across the city and further-a-field.
However, late into the 2000s it struggled to attract customers (outside of match days) and the football club themselves bought it with an aim to turn it into a car-park.
It was almost saved when 2,400 die-hard fans started a petition called 'Save The Wanderer' but as it was never presented to the Wolverhampton Council planning department it was demolished in 2014.
The Elephant and Castle, Cannock Road, Wolverhampton
