Lakeland Gate Brewers Fayre

You're after a spot where the kids can run about without anyone giving you the stare, or somewhere to sink a pint and not overthink dinner. Lakeland Gate ticks both boxes efficiently. It's the kind of place that doesn't pretend to be anything it isn't—straightforward food, straightforward drinks, straightforward good time. The menu leans into comfort: burgers, steaks, pies, the sort of thing that pairs nicely with a craft beer or a standard lager. Location-wise, you're on Walkmill Crescent, which means it's accessible without being bang in the middle of town faffing about for parking. Families clearly rate it highly, which says something about the portions and the general vibe of not being precious.