Phoenix Club & Bar

You'll find the Phoenix tucked away on Priestpopple, that stretch of Hexham where things still feel genuinely lived-in rather than polished for visitors. It's the kind of place where regulars have their spots and the bar staff remember what you drink. There's a real community vibe here—folk pop in after work, catch up with mates, maybe throw some darts or catch the match on the telly. It's unpretentious in the best way, with decent-value drinks and no nonsense about it. The ratings speak for themselves; people genuinely rate what's happening here.