The Castle Inn

You'll find yourself drawn into The Castle Inn's warm, no-nonsense interior where locals genuinely seem to know the bar staff's names. It's the kind of place where you can nurse a pint and actually hear yourself think, or gather with mates without any fuss about reservations. The West Street location puts you within easy reach of the town centre and castle grounds, making it perfect for a pre-walk drink or a proper evening out. They take their beer selection seriously—expect proper cask ales—and the food sticks to what pubs should be doing: solid, unpretentious cooking that doesn't apologise for itself.