The Deep End

You head down to Maritime Way and find yourself in The Student Hub—it's become one of those spots where actual locals congregate rather than just passing through. The Deep End doesn't try too hard, which is precisely why it works. The vibe is properly lively without feeling forced, the kind of place where you can have a laugh with mates over a pint or actually hear yourself talk if you're after something quieter earlier in the evening. It's done well with students, sure, but it's pulled in enough regulars to feel like a genuine neighbourhood bar rather than a throwaway term-time venue.