Women now go to pubs more than they used to,but usually don not like to go to a pub on their own. Children under 16are not usually allowed into pubs,although some pubs have a children's room or a garden where children can sit. Even though the law was changed so that alcohol can now be sold all day,many pubs still only pen at lunchtime and in the evening. Pubs often sell food or snacks as well as drinks. There is often a sing outside the pub showing the name with a picture.
Many pubs have two or more different bars.
The public bar is usually plainly furnished and often has a pool table and dartboard. It is the bar usually used by the local people.