North Pole Bar & Restaurant

Dating from 1849, the name originated with the Victorian obsession for polar exploration, and North Pole Road adjoins the pub. Recently refurbished to a high standard, the pub now also boasts seating for 100 people in the beer garden; plans are afoot to develop a boutique hotel behind the pub. It's a stylish venue, offering a complete night out under one roof. Refreshments range from international beers such as Staropramen and Peroni to cocktails, while award-winning cooking continues to attract both visitors and loyal locals. A fishy start to the Piano restaurant's seasonally changing menus may be smoked mackerel with new potatoes; smoked sea trout salad; or grilled king scallops. In spring expect to find saddle of Welsh lamb stuffed with spinach and wild garlic, while summer promises Barbary duck breast on caramelised onion and buttered pear. Desserts range from cranberry cheesecake to dark chocolate and blackberry pie.