The Peacock

Head to Kenton and you'll find The Peacock doing what a good pub should do — existing without apology. This is the kind of place where regulars have their spot at the bar, where you won't find craft cocktails or sourdough, but you will find cold lager, warm welcomes, and a room that feels lived-in rather than designed. It's the sort of local that makes you understand why people actually prefer their neighbourhood pub to the shiny new openings in the city centre. The vibe is relaxed, unpretentious, exactly what you need when you want to escape the fuss.