Cask & Tap

Walk into Cask & Tap and you're stepping into the kind of place where the bar staff actually know their stuff—and more importantly, they're not snobby about it. Topping Street's been having a bit of a moment, and this spot slots in perfectly with its focus on rotating cask ales and a drinks menu that goes beyond the usual suspects. The space has that comfortable pub feel without trying too hard: wooden fixtures, decent lighting, room to actually move around. You'll find proper locals nursing pints alongside people who've clearly come specifically for the beer selection. It's the sort of pub where a Friday night feels buzzy but never chaotic, and a quiet Tuesday afternoon is genuinely pleasant.