The Lion Bar & Club

You'll find yourself on Birchills Street heading towards a place that's been pulling in locals for years—the kind of bar where regulars know the staff by name and newcomers quickly feel at home. The Lion's got that sweet spot between relaxed neighbourhood bar and proper night out, with a decent selection of drinks that won't break the bank (expect around £4-6 a pint) and the kind of atmosphere that gets progressively livelier as the night goes on. Whether you're catching live music, settling in for a club night, or just after somewhere unpretentious to meet mates, this spot delivers without trying too hard.