The Best Pubs
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Tucked away on a mid-terrace street, the award-winning Big Six Inn is an absolute gem that’s been pulling pints since 1857. This dog-friendly, inexpensive haven serves up superb real ales, including their own Old Mill Bitter, alongside a friendly welcome that makes it perfect for a solo visit or a group of mates. You’ll find no TVs here—just great conversation, lovely wooden panels, and a sunny beer garden for warmer days. It’s a brilliant spot to pop into before a gig, and a powerful reason to keep supporting your local.

Perched on a hillside with sweeping views, The New Inn is a welcoming local that nails the balance between a cosy pub and a brilliant spot for a meal. Their fantastic selection of real ales and well kept beers pairs perfectly with home cooked food that has delighted visitors for years, from perfect fish and chips to standout beef cheeks. The large dog friendly outdoor seating area is ideal for sunny afternoons, while the warm interior makes it just as inviting for a relaxed group dinner or a quiet pint by the window.

Nestled in the hills, The Fifth Fiend Taphouse is a brilliantly revived local where craft beer lovers and dog owners feel right at home. Their ever rotating taps showcase their own Three Fiends brewery alongside guest beers, and the pop up kitchens serve everything from Neapolitan pizzas to chicken burgers that are as delicious as they are good value. The sunny rear beer garden is perfect for families and four legged friends, who even get free treats, while the small, snug interior stays warm and friendly even on busy afternoons. With live music and a welcoming crowd, this is a cracking spot for a relaxed Sunday or a lively Saturday session.

Head to The Sportsmans Inn for a cracking blend of a proper local pub and a fantastic dining spot, where the welcome is as warm as the roaring fire. They serve a superb selection of real ales, beers, wine, and cocktails, making it ideal whether you're catching the game, bringing the dog along, or celebrating with a big group. The food portions are generous and full of flavour, perfect for a relaxed meal in the bar or a more special occasion in the function room. It’s a wonderfully easy going place to enjoy great drinks, hearty food, and good company.

Drop into the Dusty Miller Inn for a cracking blend of traditional charm and contemporary comfort, where the drinks menu is as lively as the pub itself with real ales, wines, and cocktails flowing freely. The outdoor seating is a treat for sunny afternoons, while inside, the buzz of live music and big sports matches keeps things spirited, all made better by the fact your dog is welcome to join the fun. Whether you're tucking into hearty, home cooked food, quizzing with friends on a Thursday, or just settling in for a relaxed pint, this welcoming spot offers fantastic value and a proper sense of community.

Just off the main road, The Four Sons Inn is a cracking family run pub that’s been serving up warmth and great food since 2016. They pour a fine selection of local beers, wines, and cocktails, making it just as perfect for a lively sports match with mates as it is for a relaxed group dinner. The menu is packed with hearty pub classics, all freshly prepared, and their Sunday roast is an absolute treat you won’t want to miss. With outdoor seating and a genuinely friendly team, this is the kind of place where you’ll want to settle in for a leisurely pint or a proper meal.

Step into a true time capsule at The Three Pigeons Ale House, a stunning Grade II listed art deco pub that feels wonderfully unspoilt. With multiple rooms, a welcoming outdoor area, and a superb rotation of Ossett brewery ales and guest beers, it’s a haven for real ale lovers and their four legged friends alike. The pub is a lively spot for groups, especially after a match at the nearby stadium, and the knowledgeable host ensures every pint is poured with care. Whether you're grabbing a bite from the cold snacks or settling in for a chat surrounded by original fixtures, this charming gem is an absolute must visit.

At the crossroads of New Hey Road, The Sun Inn is a welcoming family run pub that serves up freshly prepared, home cooked food made with quality local ingredients alongside a cracking selection of beers, wines, and cocktails. The spacious outdoor seating area is perfect for sunny afternoons, while inside there's plenty of room for private parties and functions, plus live music and sports to keep things lively. Dogs are warmly welcomed, and the friendly team ensures every visit feels like a proper local experience. It’s a brilliant spot for a relaxed group meal, a quiet pint, or a lively evening out.

Set on a hillside with far reaching views, The Spring Rock Inn is a wonderfully characterful country pub where low beams and log fires create a proper old school feel. They pour a cracking selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, and the spacious outdoor seating is perfect for sunny afternoons with your dog by your side. The menu has earned genuine praise, with dishes like fish and chips and garlic prawn pil pil described as absolutely amazing, making it a brilliant choice for groups or a relaxed meal. It’s a welcoming spot that’s well worth the drive for great food, friendly service, and a pint with a view.

Hidden down a narrow alley, the Upper George is a proper traditional local that feels like stepping back in time, with dark wood panelling and rooms wrapped around a central bar. This CAMRA Good Beer Guide regular offers a superb selection of well kept cask ales, with a heavy focus on Yorkshire breweries, alongside a full range of beers, wines, and cocktails. The pub is a fantastic all rounder, with a separate pool room, plenty of TVs for live sports, live music on Saturday nights, and a dog friendly beer garden, making it an inexpensive and welcoming spot for groups or a quiet pint.