The Dispensary

You'll spot the vintage pharmacy cabinets and medicine bottles the moment you walk through the door – this place wears its pharmaceutical past on its sleeve, and it works brilliantly. The old dispensary counters and wooden drawers create an atmosphere that's equal parts nostalgic and lived-in, while the crowd is a proper mix of city centre workers, students, and locals who've been coming here for years. The beer selection is solid without being showy, and the prices won't leave you reaching for painkillers. It's the kind of pub where conversations flow as easily as the pints, helped along by the genuinely welcoming staff who treat everyone like regulars. Whether you're ducking in for a quick one after work or settling in for the evening, it hits that sweet spot between character and comfort.